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The Gig Economy and Law: What Every Freelancer Should Know

May 02, 2024 02:05 pm by LawInc Staff

The rise of online platforms and flexible contract opportunities has led to over 57 million Americans currently embracing “gig economy” work. While exciting, the world of freelancing also carries unique...

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Los Angeles Business Formation: Your Legal Guide from Hollywood to Silicon Beach

April 30, 2024 12:04 pm by LawInc Staff

Booming innovation and entrepreneurship have shifted Los Angeles’s economic epicenter from Hollywood to the technology hub of Silicon Beach. Translating creative visions to viable ventures here however requires factoring unique...

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Incorporating Your Business the Right Way: The Entrepreneur's Handbook

December 29, 2023 12:12 pm by LawInc Staff

Taking an entrepreneurial leap to launch a startup comes with exhilaration, risk and pressing questions around structuring your company optimally for growth. As you move to formalize operations rather than...

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Starting a Business: 5 Legal Hacks Every Entrepreneur Needs

December 26, 2023 08:12 am by LawInc Staff

Launching a startup transforms imaginative visions into concrete enterprises generating value. But amidst exciting ideation, product development and fundraising initiatives, legal considerations often get overlooked by enthusiastic founders. Navigating business structure...

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Airbnb Tax Loophole: Short-Term Rental Hack

December 25, 2023 11:12 am by LawInc Staff

Generating rental income often requires navigating tricky tax obligations around property assets and profits declared. However, many investors remain unaware of a handy tax loophole letting short-term rental hosts like...

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LLC Formation: Understanding the Legal Benefits for Small Businesses

December 23, 2023 07:12 am by Zach Javdan

Forming a limited liability company (LLC) brings valuable protections and tax advantages prized by entrepreneurs and small business owners nationwide. Unlike sole proprietorships exposing personal assets to company debts and...

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From Brand to Bland: The Unseen Battle Against Trademark Genericide

December 14, 2023 12:12 pm by Zach Javdan

Understanding the Phenomenon of Genericide When does a trademark stop being a trademark? The curious phenomenon known as “genericide” showcases the occasionally fleeting nature of trademark protection. Genericide occurs when a...

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New California Laws 2024: New Year, New Rules

December 11, 2023 10:12 am by LawInc Staff

California recently enacted a series of laws taking effect in 2024 that promise to broadly shape conditions across the state. Ranging from business regulations to personal liberties, the legislation crosses...

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Launching a Startup in California: A Legal Roadmap

December 09, 2023 02:12 pm by LawInc Staff

With California being home to Silicon Valley and a hub of innovation, it attracts countless entrepreneurs looking to build disruptive startups every year. However, navigating the legal landscape can be...

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Cybertruck and S Corporations: An Electric Combo for Business Taxes

December 08, 2023 02:12 pm by Zach Javdan

When it comes to electric pickups, Tesla’s long-teased Cybertruck has revved up a lot of chatter. Its recent customer deliveries and angular styling definitely turn heads. But beyond the hype...