Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business

Theall-in-one business law book Whetheryou're just starting a small business, or your business is already up andrunning, legal questions come up on an almost daily basis. Ignoring them canthreaten your enterprise--but hiring a lawyer to help with routine issues candevastate the bottom line. TheLegal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business hashelped more than a quarter million entrepreneurs and business owners master thebasics, including how to: raisestart-up money decidebetween an LLC or other business structure saveon business taxes getlicenses and permits choosethe right insurance negotiatecontracts and leases avoidproblems if you're buying a franchise hireand manage employees and independent contractors attractand keep customers (and get paid on time), and limityour liability and protect your personal assets. Whetheryou're a sole proprietor or an LLC or corporation, a one-person businessoperating out of your home, or a larger compa