Happy 4th of July 2020
On this Independence Day, let us all aspire to those principles that make our nation great—freedom, liberty, and justice for all. We wish you a safe and happy holiday with loved ones. ...
Forgiveness of Payroll Protection Program (PPP) Loans
The Requirements for Forgiveness | Steps You Must Take If you own or operate a small business that's been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) offers assistance to help you get through the lean times and move ...
Funding Still Available for Businesses under CARES Act
Second Round of Funding Provides More Assistance After the initial funding for the Payroll Protection Program under the CARES Act ran out in just 14 days, Congress authorized an additional $370 billion dollars to the program. Officials say the funds ...
The CARES Act and Your Business
Let MCIS Law Help You Navigate the Stimulus Package and Protect Your Business The COVID-19 pandemic has had and will continue to have a devastating impact on the American economy. Even if your business is an essential one, and has not been ...
Shareholder Agreements—An Introduction
The Purpose of a Shareholder Agreement | The Important Provisions of a Shareholder Agreement When you're setting up a new business enterprise, it can be easy, in the excitement of the moment, to assume that you'll always get along with everyone ...
Typical Provisions in an Employment Contract
Common Provisions Included in Employment Contracts Terms of an Employment Agreement Establish Rights and Responsibilities Whether you're an employer or employee, there are advantages to putting the terms of an employment relationship in writing. ...
Intellectual Property and Your Startup Business
Understanding the Different Types of Intellectual Property In the 21st-century business world, a company's intellectual property can often be more valuable than real property, equipment and other assets. One of the keys to maximizing your likelihood ...
The Value of Well-drafted Bylaws for Your Startup Business
Creating a Structure to Effectively Manage Your Company In an earlier blog, we identified the key documents to put in place when launching a new business enterprise. Among the most important is a set of bylaws. If you've been involved in any type of ...
Happy New Year 2020
To a joyful present and a well-remembered past. Best wishes for happy holidays and a magnificent new year. ...
Protecting Your Intellectual Property When Starting a Business
Getting Full Benefit from Patents, Trademarks, Copyrights, and Trade Secrets In almost any business venture, whether you're providing a product or service, intellectual property rights can be extremely important to your success. You may have a ...
