Choosing the legal structure of your company is a crucial step in beginning a business. Your business structure impacts numerous areas of your business. Risk, taxation, and complexity are three of the important factors to consider as you choose the business structure for your company. Even if you consulted a South Carolina business organization lawyer […]
Continue reading…Six Steps You Need to Take to Get Your Business GDPR Compliant
Do you have an office or other operation in the European Union? Does your business sell products or services in the European Union? If you monitor, collect, or maintain personal data within the European Union, you need to ensure that your company complies fully with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for […]
Continue reading…Protecting Your Trade Secrets – Seven Strategies to Implement Now
Protection of your trade secrets is essential for the success of your business. It is imperative that you take steps to protect your trade secrets now and in the future. The first step is meeting with our South Carolina business attorney to discuss strategies and develop a comprehensive Trade Secret Protection Plan. However, if you […]
Continue reading…Five Things You Should Know About Veteran-Owned Small Business Certification
When a disabled veteran opens a small business, he or she can apply for a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) certification to conduct business with the VA. The U.S. Small Business Administration and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs have special programs designed for SDVOSBs that include sole source, set-aside, and subcontracting opportunities. These […]
Continue reading…7 Things You Should Know About the South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act
The South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act was signed into law by Gov. Henry McMaster on May 17, 2018. Although existing federal and state laws prohibit employers from discriminating based on pregnancy, these laws do not necessarily protect employees by requiring employers to make reasonable accommodations for pregnancy-related issues. The new law seeks to expand the […]
Continue reading…Should Your Business Accept Bitcoin?
In 2009 when Bitcoin was first invented and introduced, very few people knew about it or understood it. However, Bitcoin has increased in popularity over the past few years with more and more companies agreeing to accept the digital currency as one of their forms of payment. However, should your business begin accepting Bitcoin […]
Continue reading…7 Things to Watch Out for in SC Commercial Loans
You may need a commercial loan to provide funds for operating costs for your company, a construction project, or capital expenditures. Commercial loans include real estate loans and business loans secured by personal property. If you are a lender or a borrower in a commercial loan transaction, you need experienced South Carolina banking lawyers […]
Continue reading…Understanding Breach of Duty Claims and Defenses
There are many reasons why a person or company may file a breach of duty claim. A breach of duty can occur for a variety of reasons related to several different areas of law, including personal injury claims, medical malpractice, probate law, and business law. The breach occurs when a company or a person owes […]
Continue reading…Eight Business Compliance Issues Your Company May Face
Operating a successful business can be extremely satisfying. However, it can be overwhelming, especially when you consider the federal, state, and local laws and regulations that your business must comply with each day. The federal fines, lawsuits, criminal penalties, and other damages that can result when a company experiences compliance issues can be costly. […]
Continue reading…Does Your Company Need to Comply With GDPR?
If you assume that you do not need to comply with a regulation passed by the European Union (EU), you are wrong. Companies in the United States, including South Carolina, may be required to comply with the data privacy measures of the GDPR or face substantial fines. If you are unsure whether you need […]
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