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11 guides about legal & compliance for business owners.

Legal & Compliance·advanced·11 min read

Environmental Regulations Affecting Small Business

Learn which federal and state environmental regulations apply to your small business, how to comply with waste disposal and emissions rules, and how to avoid costly penalties.

By Doug Ebenal·Nov 29, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·11 min read

ADA and Accessibility Compliance for Small Business

Understand your obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, including physical accessibility requirements and digital accessibility standards for your website.

By Josh Caruso·Nov 28, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·10 min read

Dispute Resolution: Mediation, Arbitration, and When to Sue

Understand your options for resolving business disputes, from informal negotiation to formal litigation, and learn which approach fits different situations.

By Doug Ebenal·Nov 27, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·11 min read

Commercial Lease Review: What to Negotiate Before Signing

Know what to look for and negotiate in a commercial lease before you commit. This guide covers key lease terms, hidden costs, and negotiation strategies for small business tenants.

By Josh Caruso·Nov 26, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·11 min read

Independent Contractor vs. Employee: Classification Rules and Risks

Understand the legal tests for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors, the consequences of misclassification, and how to structure compliant working relationships.

By Doug Ebenal·Nov 25, 2025
Legal & Compliance·advanced·13 min read

Data Privacy: GDPR, CCPA, and Small Business Obligations

Learn what GDPR, CCPA, and other data privacy laws require of small businesses, and how to implement practical data protection measures without breaking the bank.

By Josh Caruso·Nov 24, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·12 min read

Regulatory Compliance: Federal, State, and Industry-Specific

Navigate the complex web of federal, state, and industry-specific regulations that small businesses must comply with to avoid penalties and operate legally.

By Doug Ebenal·Nov 22, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·11 min read

Terms of Service and Privacy Policies: What You Need Online

Understand why your business website needs terms of service and a privacy policy, what each document should contain, and how to stay compliant with current regulations.

By Josh Caruso·Nov 21, 2025
Legal & Compliance·intermediate·12 min read

Intellectual Property: Trademarks, Copyrights, and Patents

Understand the three main types of intellectual property protection available to small businesses and how to use them to safeguard your brand, content, and inventions.

By Doug Ebenal·Nov 20, 2025
Legal & Compliance·beginner·11 min read

Contract Essentials: What Every Business Agreement Needs

Learn the key elements every business contract must include, common pitfalls to avoid, and when you need a lawyer to review your agreements.

By Josh Caruso·Nov 19, 2025
Legal & Compliance·beginner·10 min read

Business Licenses and Permits: What You Need Before You Operate

A practical guide to identifying and obtaining the federal, state, and local licenses and permits your small business needs to operate legally.

By Doug Ebenal·Nov 18, 2025

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