At Lawgood, we’re a big advocate for plain English contracts, because it aligns with our mission to make legal more accessible. This blog post covers what they are and why you should consider switching over to them for your business.
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An exciting step for any business is renting that first office, store, restaurant, or other space. Here are some tips before you start negotiating that lease agreement with the landlord.
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NDAs are typical contracts in the business world. However, they are not all the same. It’s important that you not only understand what’s in the NDA, but that you are comfortable with what it’s asking you to do. Don’t let the fact that they are so common make you think they are not to be taken seriously – many lawsuits come out of NDAs!
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In California, there’s a new law relating to “independent contractors” and “employees”. It’s important for both businesses who hire and workers who get hired in the Golden State to understand how to classify in order to avoid penalties.
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Nearly every website has one even though it’s not legally required. Here are some FAQs about terms of use (aka, terms of service, TOU, TOS) and the reasons why it’s good business practice to have one on your website to protect yourself and your business.
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We got together with our friends over at Freelance Collections to help you figure out your next best move when a customer or client refuses to pay. Check out our easy-to-follow flowchart diagram that requires no guessing.
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Issues of non-payments and late payments are incredibly common and a big deal. Here are a few simple changes you can make in your contract to make sure you get paid (and on time!).
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Unpaid internships are legal but can be tricky. The laws are pretty strict about unpaid interns. Here is what you need to know for your contracts with unpaid interns.
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When you get a contract to review and need changes made, there are several ways you can let the other side know. The way you ask for changes is often a part of negotiation strategy.
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