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Starting a new business partnership, corporation or Limited Liability Company (LLC) is an exciting endeavor; however, it is important to be prepared for all situations, including a potential business dispute. Here, the business law attorneys at Snee, Lutche, Helmlinger & Spielberger discuss how to resolve and prevent conflicts between business partners. Have a Written Agreement In Place The best thing…
The Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) has updated its Business Entity Search to include three options: “Business Name” is the name of your business, including any registered trade names. “Department ID” is the 9-character identification number used by SDAT that begins with a letter, followed by 8 numbers. “Employer Identification Number” (EIN), also known…
On December 14, 2017, the State Department of Assessments and Taxation (SDAT) posted a release regarding changes to the annual business filing process. The current Form 1 will be separated into an Annual Report and a Personal Property Tax Return. The reason for this change is because a majority of Maryland entities do not have personal property and will not…
An employment contract protects the interests of both the employer and employee, while stipulating the working responsibilities and overall environment the employee should expect. Here, the business law attorneys at Snee, Lutche, Helmlinger & Spielberger explain the basic components of employment contracts. Stipulate the Responsibilities of The Position One of the most important parts of any employment contract is a…
Although many believe that a non-profit is exempt as soon as it is established, this is not the case. A non-profit must file for tax-exempt status, with the IRS. Here, the business and non-profit law attorneys at Snee, Lutche, Helmlinger & Spielberger explain how a non-profit may file for tax-exempt status. Tax-exempt status refers to the privilege some non-profits receive,…
Having a viable business plan is a valuable first step to establishing your own business, but afterward, finding the capital to bring it to fruition is critical. Here, the business advisors at Snee, Lutche, Helmlinger & Spielberger detail ways to finance your business plan. Equity Financing Equity financing is when an investor provides equity for you to build your business.…
A successful board is one of the biggest keys to a nonprofit businesses’ success. Here, the business law attorneys at SLH discuss ways to choose the best board for your nonprofit. Consider the Size and Diversity of Your Board There are many factors that one should consider when choosing a successful nonprofit board. Due to the nature of nonprofits, there…
Discrimination and sexual harassment are serious workplace concerns, and can have major legal implications if not handled in a proper and timely manner. Here, the legal professionals at SLH detail methods to handle these types of complaints. What is the Legal Definition of Sexual Harassment and Discrimination? Sexual harassment is considered any unwelcome sexual advance or conduct on the job…
Hiring independent contractors has become necessary for many companies and prominent within entire industries. But, many contractors are actually treated like employees, for which there is a large difference under the law. Here, the employment law attorneys at SLH provide considerations for hiring an independent contractor. There are distinct differences between employees and independent contractors. Classifying one as the other…