Business Law Basics: A Legal Handbook for Online Entrepreneurs and Startup Businesses
By James Hart
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Business Law Basics is an entry-level legal handbook for online entrepreneurs and startup businesses. Written by intellectual property and trademark lawyer James Hart, “BLB” begins with the stories of Fred and Sally, two e-commerce entrepreneurs with entrepreneurial dreams to break free from their 9-5 jobs. Fred’s story ends in bankruptcy and illustrates many of the mistakes that the author has seen all too often from his entrepreneurial clients, while Sally creates a lasting and successful business by following good advice and covering all her legal bases along the way.
From there, Business Law Basics walks you through an extensive discussion of various legal entities, giving the pros and cons of each. You will learn how a properly structured legal entity, can protect you legally and save you money at the same time. So if you want to know more about sole proprietorships, partnerships, S and C-corporations and Limited Liability Companies (LLC’s), this is a tremendous resource.
Finally, you will find a value-packed list of the 10 most common mistakes made by entrepreneurs on a daily basis. From failing to plan, to naming issues, to not having contracts in place, this list has it all.
So whether you are just starting out with your online business, or you are a seasoned entrepreneurial veteran, this legal handbook will have something in it that you can put to use in your own business today.
James Hart
James Hart is a former business executive and CEO of the award-winning literary magazine, DoubleTake. His collection of poems, Milding, was published in 2004. For several years, he was a board member of the National Council on Alcoholism, and, in 2005, he cofounded OUT for Work, a career-fair development program for the LGBT community in New York City. Jim lives in New York City and is currently active in the LGBT and recovery communities there.
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Business Law Basics - James Hart
Business Law Basics: A Legal Handbook for Online Entrepreneurs and Startup Businesses
Get Informed, Protect Your Butt, and Build an Incredible Business
By James W. Hart
Copyright © 2016 James Hart
Published by James W. Hart at Smashwords
The right of James Hart to be identified as the author of the Work has been asserted by him in accordance with the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act of 1988.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or otherwise, with the express written permission of the author.
Dedication
This book is dedicated to my family, who love and support me through all my crazy endeavors (including writing my books!) So to my loving wife Donna, and my wonderful children, Charlie, Sophie (Po
) and Henry, I love you so much for all you have done for me.
I also write this book in loving memory of my amazing mother and my guardian angel:
Martha Burns Hart
Legal Disclaimers
The information contained in this book is for informational purposes only. This book is not legal advice and should not take the place of hiring a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction. Laws vary state by state, so it is important to reach out to a lawyer licensed in your state for advice unique to your personal situation. Your purchase of this book does not establish an attorney-client relationship with the author or his law firm.
In addition, the information provided in this book should not be considered a substitute for obtaining legal advice from a qualified attorney. You should not act upon any information contained in this book without first seeking qualified professional counsel on your specific matter.
Readers of this book are advised to conduct their own due diligence when making legal decisions regarding their business. Laws frequently change, and the information and tactics contained in this book should be verified by an independent advisor or attorney of your choice.
The hiring of an attorney is an important decision that should not be based solely upon website communications or advertisements or books.
Table of Contents
Copyright
Dedication
Legal Disclaimer
A Special Invitation
A Note to the Reader
Introduction
Who is this Book Written For?
A Tale of Two Entrepreneurs
Part One: Your Legal Foundation
First and Foremost: The Basics
Introducing the Four Horseman
Baby Steps... A Sole Proprietorship
Teaming Up: Is a Partnership Right for You?
Corporations Aren't So Scary... Or are They?
The New Kid on the Block: LLC's
How to Make Sense of Your Options
Part Two: The Top 10 Legal Mistakes Made By Entrepreneurs
Big Picture: Failing to Plan Like a Pro
You Named Your Baby What???
Business 101: Don't Shit where You Eat
Buy Low, Sell High
Grab as Much Real Estate as You Can
If You Don't Write it Down, It Never Happened
I Can Keep a Secret, Can You?
Don't Fumble the Ball!
Didn't Your Mommy Teach You Not to Lie?
Suits are a Great Investment (Not that I'm Biased)
Part Three: Final Thoughts
More Crap You Need to Worry About
Thank You
About the Author
A Special Invitation
This book contains a lot of great information for entrepreneurs that are just starting out in business. But it is just the beginning.
If you are looking for an even deeper dive into the legal issues that you may face as an entrepreneur, you will want to sign up to receive a free copy of my companion book,