Many people choose to start running their business by just starting to do their thing. If it is by themselves, they are a sole proprietor. Lots of hairdressers do that. Get a chair, some scissors, and a whole lot of skill, and ta-da! A business! Some join with one or two others to start, and … Read more
You can tell by the rise of generative AI that it has generated a lot of interesting operational and legal questions. To piggyback off my colleague, Fatimeh (see her posts here and here), I wanted to look in on a specific legal dispute involving AI and copyright. Back in 2023, The New York Times (NYT) … Read more
A lot of the businesses we work with are experimenting with AI tools – drafting content, summarizing data, even building internal workflows. And understandably so: these tools are accessible, affordable, and increasingly powerful. But we’re also seeing a familiar pattern emerge. AI is easy to use, and just as easy to misuse. If you’re a … Read more
If your startup began life as an LLC, you’re not alone. A lot of founders are told that starting as an LLC is “easier” or “cheaper.” That might be true on paper, but if you’re planning to raise venture capital (even eventually) it’s usually better to start as a C-Corporation. Here’s one reason why: converting … Read more
You’ve probably heard the steps in the “Scientific Method.” There are lots of versions of it, but it boils down to this: We hear it in business, too. And, I love it. I apply this all over life. New recipes, new driving routes, all sorts of things. It is not unusual to hear me grumble … Read more
I’ve been thinking about the clash between generative AI and copyright law, particularly in light of OpenAI’s claim that restricting access to copyrighted material could end the AI race altogether. It’s a provocative statement. But it’s also a false binary. Because we’ve been here before – at the edge of a new medium, a new … Read more
After a 4-week hiatus, I am back again with what are likely to be the final updates on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for a while (famous last words). For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to our firm’s series about the Corporate Transparency Act and Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting. Please follow … Read more
If you’ve followed me on LinkedIn, you’ve probably seen me mention this before—but it’s worth repeating. Ownership changes can trigger serious reporting obligations with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), and missing a deadline here can cause real headaches. What Should Be Done For anyone listed on your federal permit—typically individuals with … Read more
We are seeing more and more scams related to trademarks. They are getting increasingly sophisticated. Please, please, please do not pay for anything over the phone. The USPTO never asks for money over the phone. The website is www.uspto.gov. It is the United States Patent and Trademark Office (“USPTO”). Some of the scams say things … Read more
Good form allows movement to be powerful and efficient. But form is just a shape, and the shape we take depends on what we need to do. I think about this when I train. A lifter grips the bar with rigid structure to generate force. A dancer extends through the fingertips, creating length and fluidity. … Read more