Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business

Whether you’re just starting a small business, or your business is already up and running, legal questions crop up on an almost daily basis. Ignoring them can threaten your enterprise―but hiring a lawyer to help with routine issues can devastate the bottom line. The Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business has helped more than a quarter million entrepreneurs and business owners master the basics, including how to: • raise start-up money • decide between an LLC or other business structure • save on business taxes • get licenses and permits • choose the right insurance • negotiate contracts and leases • avoid problems if you’re buying a franchise • hire and manage employees and independent contractors • attract and keep customers (and get paid on time), and • limit your liability and protect your personal assets. The 15th edition is completely updated with the latest legal information and tax rules for small businesses. Whether you’re a sole proprietor or an LLC or corporation, or a one-person business operating out of your home, or a company with a large staff leasing space, this book will help you start and run a successful business.