June 2, 2010

New business startup: establishing your business structure

by Tracey A. Salinski As a prospective business owner, you will be faced with many important decisions, including what business structure will best suit the needs of your new venture.  Understanding the various types of legal structures which are available and the selection of the appropriate structure are critical steps in establishing your new business.  [...]

October 19, 2009

Arnstein & Lehr LLP Fall 2009 Update Newsletter

Firm hosts third annual Woman of Vision Luncheon | Florida Supreme Court throws out ‘false light’ invasion of privacy cause of action | Firm co-sponsors event on water technology in Israel | Arnstein & Lehr co-hosts Corporate Leadership dinner Arnstein & Lehr LLP Fall 2009 Update Newsletter

May 28, 2009

Steven Malitz’s article regarding crafting a strong sales contract published in destinationCRM.com

Chicago Partner Steven N. Malitz‘s article entitled, “Crafting a Strong Sales Contract,” appeared in the May 20, 2009 edition of destinationCRM.com, which is produced by the editors of CRM Magazine.  The article discusses key provisions of a well written sales contract and underscores the importance of including these important elements in all sales contracts. Click [...]

March 3, 2009

Non Competition Agreements Must Be Narrowly Tailored to be Enforceable

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses Non Competition Agreements. Non Competition Agreements Must Be Narrowly Tailored to be Enforceable Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal non competition agre non compete

Can You Stop Your Top Sales Person From Competing Against You?

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses how to stop your top sales person from competing against your business. Can You Stop Your Top Sales Person From Competing Against You? Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal non competition liti non competition agre

Make Sure That You Do Not Inadvertently Void Employment Agreements

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses how to not accidentally void an employment agreement. Make Sure That You Do Not Inadvertently Void Employment Agreements Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal employment ageements business law

Do You Have a Trade Secret?

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses how to determine if you have a “trade secret.” Do You Have a Trade Secret? Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal protecting secrets trade secret

Protecting Your Customer List

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses how to protect your customer list. Protecting Your Customer List Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal customer list protec business law

Protect Your Confidential Information and Maintain Your Competitive Advantage

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses how to protect your business’ confidential information. Protect Your Confidential Information and Maintain Your Competitive Advantage Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal protecting secrets confidentiality agre

When is the Employer Liable for Acts of the Employee?

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses when the acts of an employee become the liability of the employer. When is the Employer Liable for Acts of the Employee? Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal employer liability business law

When Does Competition Cross the Line?

In this article, Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses when competition crosses the line. When Does Competition Cross the Line Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal competition employment law

Best Practices In Documenting Employee Discipline

Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton discusses the best practices in documenting employee discipline. Best Practices in Documenting Employee Discipline Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal best pracitce employee discipline

How Do I Keep My Employee From Competing Against Me?

Arnstein & Lehr Partner Thadford Felton, discusses how to keep your employee from competing against your business. How Do I Keep My Employee From Competing Against Me? Publish at Scribd or explore others: Employment Business & Legal trade secret non competition agre

February 27, 2009

Tax Alert | American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009

February 27, 2009 The American Recovery and Reinvestment Tax Act of 2009 (enacted on February 17) contains several provisions to help stimulate the economy.  Below is a brief summary of some of the key provisions in the Act outlining how each may impact you and/or your organization. Business Tax Incentives and Credits Several key tax provisions impacting middle-market businesses include: (1) a [...]