Small Business
The 5 Unexpected Legal Issues in Business that You Need to Avoid
Learn the 5 major legal issues that consistently face entrepreneurs who are trying to start their own business and how LegalShield can help!
Taking Control: How to Resolve a Business Dispute
A dispute with a customer, partner, employee or contractor could be devastating to your business. Learn how to resolve a business dispute from LegalShield.
Employee Management - Managing a Small Business Successfully
This checklist will help business owners maintain excellent employee relationships and learn employee management in their small business.
Is Your Intellectual Property Safe?
The best way to protect your innovations and creations is through effective enforcement of intellectual property law. LegalShield can help!
Don’t Get Stuck in a Bad Contract
You should have an attorney review your business contracts before you sign. This checklist covers some of the basic business contract principles.
Understanding Small Business Liability Insurance
Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance protects your company if the actions of you or your employee cause personal injury or property damage.
Freelance Writing as Career: What to Know
Becoming a freelance writer comes with many considerations regarding taxes and salary. Here are tips from LegalShield on what to know before you start.
Small Business Owner’s Guide to Debt Collection
Most small business owners don't have the resources to deal with prolonged debt collection efforts. As a LegalShield member, you have dedicated legal support.
8 Legal Tips to Help Prevent Credit Card Chargeback
If your business needs help dealing with a fraudulent chargeback, call your LegalShield lawyer. Read our tips on preventing credit card chargeback.
6 Legal Tips to Launch Your Business Now
If you're starting a new business, these tips may help you avoid common startup challenges.
Why You Need a Independent Contractor Agreement
You should have a written independent contractor agreement to clearly define your professional relationship, whether you are one or intend to utilize one.
9 Reasons You Need an Independent Contractor Agreement
An independent contractor agreement may help clear up confusion and define responsibilities. Learn how your LegalShield law firm can help review the terms.
8 Critical Steps for Small Business Debt Collection
Debt collection is a challenge small businesses often face. LegalShield provides you access to a LegalShield provider law firm to help with collection efforts.
Employee or Independent Contractor?
Distinctions between independent contractors & employees may not always be clear cut. LegalShield can help!
Why Courtroom Etiquette Matters
Failing to follow proper courtroom etiquette could potentially have a negative impact on the outcome of your legal case. Check out these courtroom tips!
Risk Management: Do Not Leave Your Business’s Survival to Chance
Many businesses that fail don't adequately manage risk. Check out these tips that will help you identify, analyze and plan to eliminate or manage risks.
Are You Ready to Start a Small Business?
You're hoping to start a business. Before diving in, read this handy article that lays out your different options as a new business owner.
A Brief Tax Primer for Freelancers: Part 2
Calling all freelancers: Here is part 2 of our guide to help you do your taxes. You don't have to dread tax season anymore.
9 Cyber Security Mistakes You Cannot Afford to Make
Cyberattacks often target small businesses. You have a duty to your business & clients to understand the threats & find ways to reduce & manage risk.