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Understanding the Terms of a Non-Compete Agreement in Illinois
October 7, 2020
As a business owner or an employee, it is important to understand the contracts you are signing, whether you are a new employee accepting a job or ...
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Stock Sale Versus Asset Sale in a Business Acquisition
September 24, 2020
If you are considering selling your company, it is important to understand the few ways that this can occur. Maybe you wish to fully sell or ...
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What Are the 3 Stages of Purchasing a Business in Illinois?
September 8, 2020
Many business professionals dream of owning a business, but they may not want to start from scratch. While entrepreneurialism is a common way to own ...
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4 Practical Considerations for Buying a Business in Illinois
August 20, 2020
Illinois businessmen and businesswomen who would like to own their own business have two options: start your own business or buy someone else’s. There is a certain sense ...
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What Is the Difference Between a Corporation and an LLC?
August 11, 2020
Anyone who is starting a business will need to select a business entity or model with which they will follow. A corporation and limited liability company (LLC) ...
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Why Is It Important to Have an Operating Agreement for an LLC?
July 29, 2020
Many small business owners opt to have a limited liability company (LLC) business structure. This provides the owner, or multiple owners known as “members”, with ...
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Why LLCs Are a Great Option for Illinois Small Businesses
July 13, 2020
If you have a self-made, self-owned business, the connection that you have with your work is likely more than just business. Small business owners typically view ...
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LLC vs Corporations
June 8, 2020
Anyone who is starting a business will need to select a business entity or model with which they will follow. A corporation and limited liability ...
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How to Start a Business
March 26, 2020
(This post is part of a series on starting a business. This page will continue to add links as we I add more content.) COVID-19 ...
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Contracts During the Covid-19 Pandemic
March 25, 2020
Covid-19 and the SARS-CoV-2 virus have not only wreaked havoc on people’s health, but also on businesses. One common question during this difficult time is ...
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Do Not Strip the Rights of Children with Disabilities During Covid-19 Crisis
March 22, 2020
Dear family, friends, colleagues, and anyone who reads this. I need your help. The Covid-19 Crisis is a difficult time for all of us. We ...
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Are Contracts Legally Binding?
February 19, 2020
As a contract lawyer, many clients ask me if their contracts are legally binding. By definition, if an agreement meets the requirements of a contract, ...
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