The cloud is a beautiful abstraction for data stored out of sight that obscures the reality of rows and racks of servers in huge data facilities all over the world. Putting your data in the cloud mean...
Ransomware: What is it and what does it do?
Today’s cybercriminal has come up with a creative away to steal your information and get your money – ransomware. While there are many different types of ransomware, they all operate by preventing...
Negotiating Tax Incentives for Business Investment
Considering locating a new business in Minnesota or making a significant investment in expanding your infrastructure or equipment? If you’re going to be adding to a local area’s tax rolls through ...
Business Arbitration
Many businesses now choose to resolve disputes using a blended technique known as mediation-arbitration rather than the traditional court system. Mediation-Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute...
Interested in Selling Your Business?
For business owners, one option to exiting involves selling. Often, this comes up when you’re considering retirement or someone has approached you and put an offer for the business on the table. If ...
Check Your Restrictive Covenants Before You Buy
Restrictive and protective covenants cover both restrictions on your use of the property as well as imposing obligations on owners. Common Restrictions Restrictive covenants limit by contract your fre...
Common Shareholder Rights
For businesses formed as a corporation, there are one or more shareholders who own stock in the company. These shareholders all share a basic set of rights. These rights are governed by the laws of th...
Succession Planning for Businesses
Small businesses that are successful quickly reach the point where it is wise to begin considering succession planning. A succession plan involves preparing for others to accept leadership roles, even...
What is a Non-Disparagement Clause?
There are many different situations where you might find a non-disparagement clause in an agreement, from litigation settlement to a contract to work with someone who is notoriously difficult. This cl...
Do you want a copyright, trademark, or patent?
Intellectual property law protects your brilliant ideas and creations from other people who would seek to profit from your work. However, there are different rules and requirements for different types...