You have built your company over the years into a thriving, successful business. However, you are ready to sell your privately-owned business, but you want to get top dollar for the company. A South Carolina business attorney can help you take the necessary steps to ensure that you receive the best value for your business. […]
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Five Tips to Protect Your Trade Secrets from Exiting Employees
Every business has trade secrets. Your business has sensitive information that requires protection to maintain privacy and confidentiality. Your secrets or proprietary information has economic value for your business. Failing to work with a South Carolina business lawyer to take steps to protect trade secrets from being disclosed or used by exiting employees could result […]
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Businesses Adopting Biometric Authentication Strategies
Security is a top concern for all business owners. Issues related to protecting trade secrets, confidential information, company information, and customer data continue to be problematic, especially as hackers learn new ways to defeat security measures. In addition to utilizing enhanced security techniques, such as two-factor authentication (2FA), some companies are exploring biometric authentication technology […]
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7 Most Common Start-Up Questions (and Answers)
Do you have an idea for a business? If so, you may be on the verge of beginning a new start-up. If this is your first time creating a business, you probably have several questions about operating a start-up. A South Carolina business attorney can answer your questions about start-ups and guide you through the […]
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Intro to Private Equity Funds
Institutional investors and high-income and net worth individuals searching for investment opportunities may want to consider private equity funds. Insurance companies and pension plans often invest a portion of their large portfolios in them. For that reason, you may already have investments in a private equity fund even though you are not aware of the […]
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Can Initial Coin Offerings Be Regulated as Securities?
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) continues to warn investors of the risks of Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs). On its website, the SEC encourages investors, securities lawyers, accountants, and other professionals to read the Investigative Report issued by the SEC in 2017 concluding that some tokens are securities. If you are unfamiliar with ICOs and […]
Continue reading…Mergers and Acquisitions 101
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are very specific types of business law. M&As transactions may include small family-owned companies or small partnerships to large corporations. No matter what size business you may own, a South Carolina mergers and acquisitions lawyer can be very helpful before, during, and after a merger or acquisition. Below are five common […]
Continue reading…Common Issues in Derivative Lawsuits
When you invest your money in a company, you expect a positive return on your investment. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. A corporation may suffer harm for a variety of reasons, which can cause a shareholder’s investment to become risky. South Carolina and federal laws give shareholders certain rights they can exercise to […]
Continue reading…What is Piercing the Corporate Veil?
One of the main reasons why many individuals choose to incorporate or to form an LLC is to limit their personal liability for business debts and obligations. However, there are cases in which a party may pursue an owner’s personal assets and income for company debt. A South Carolina corporate attorney can help ensure that […]
Continue reading…Social Media and Hiring Practices – Five Things to Watch Out For
Almost everyone has a social media presence, including your potential new hires. Many employers research an applicant’s social media accounts as part of the screening and interview process. However, including social media in the screening and background process can have risks. If an employer is not careful, the employer could violate an applicant’s legal rights […]
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