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Hanna Hasl-Kelchner, The No Nonsense Lawyer, reveals the legal side of business and offers practical advice for avoiding lawsuits and transforming potential legal problems into opportunities that build stronger business relationships, improve your business’ competitive advantage, and save you money.
Latest Posts

Three legal traps every small business can avoid
July 03, 2009, 7:49 AM
Small business owners are rightfully concerned with cutting costs on a day-to-day basis, but few think about protecting themselves against one of the most dangerous threats to their budgets as well as their companies as a whole -- a legal ...

Distracted driving and business legal liability
July 02, 2009, 8:45 PM
Driving while texting or e-mailing is more than an nuisance, it's an accident waiting to happen and a potential legal liability if not managed properly.

When international eccentricities turn a U.S. contract inside out
July 01, 2009, 11:10 AM
It can be challenging to reach an agreement that everyone understands and a document that reflects a true meeting of the minds. When agreements are international, the cultural differences add another layer of complexity that makes the job even harder.

Take the bite out of lopsided contracts
June 25, 2009, 8:10 PM
I don’t know whether it’s the phase of the moon we’re in, or what, but lately I’ve seen a lot of outrageously lopsided contracts. Maybe you have too. One of the big hidden costs associated with contracts relates to indemnity ...

And the band played on . . .
June 24, 2009, 11:35 AM
When an agreement terminates, the party is over. Right? Well, yes and no.

Discovering litigation discovery
June 22, 2009, 11:40 AM
People unfamiliar with litigation in the United States often underestimate the depth and breadth of the litigation discovery process. Some people are shocked to learn that even documents stored at home or personal diaries are subject to discovery if their ...

The overlooked business sin
June 19, 2009, 5:40 AM
I chuckled to myself when I read about the seven deadly business-killing sins that entrepreneurs should avoid. It’s not because they weren’t spot on, but because of what was missing.

Trademark strategy (part 2 of 2 – the synching process)
June 18, 2009, 5:25 PM
The purpose of trademarks in the business setting is to protect your company and your brand names as well as facilitate your marketing efforts. Once you synchronize your trademarks with your brands and your marketing plans you’ll be able to ...

Trademark strategy (part 1 of 2 – back to basics)
June 17, 2009, 11:55 AM
Your business probably has a well defined budget process and no doubt a sales and marketing plan. But when was the last time you took stock of your trademark portfolio?

Patent power (part 2 of 2)
June 12, 2009, 11:55 AM
To unleash the power of patents requires aligning your patent strategy with your core business objectives. It requires recognizing the opportunity and executing it strategically. That may sound like common sense, but that doesn’t mean that everyone does it.



Latest Comments in Business Law posts

Hanna- Thanks for reminding readers of the importance of employment policies written in plain English. Clear communication, without too much jargon and fine print, will go a long way towards compliance. If a manager doesn't understand the policy employees won't either!
By: Rebecca Mazin on 7/3/09 at 10:52 AM
Three legal traps every small business can avoid
I was unfamiliar with this law. Thanks for the very interesting and educational post.
By: Rich L. on 5/27/09 at 12:13 PM
International Business: Three Potential FCPA Traps
There is nothing called a free lunch is this world. If things needed to be resolved then initiative needs a support to be sorted out.

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Every dark night is followed by a bright sunny day. So, patience and attention is required and things will be fruitful in near future.

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