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Essentials, Elements, and Errors in Contract Law
As a small business owner, you are constantly faced with contracts. You may have contracts with customers, vendors, employees, contractors, and other individuals or businesses. Small or new businesses may be more susceptible to mistakes when it comes to the numerous types and complex legal terms of contracts. The Law Office of EC Lewis PC can help create contracts, clarify existing or new contracts and agreements, and provide protection before or after you enter into any binding contract. This post will cover contracts that are essential to the success of your small business, the elements of a solid contract, and the most common errors made in business contracts.
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10 Ways to De-Stress Your Business Tax Time
As a small business owner, tax time can be very stressful, especially if you wait until the last minute to try to organize a year’s worth of paperwork. In order to ease the stress and avoid potential trouble with the Colorado Department of Revenue or Internal Revenue Service (IRS), start thinking about tax time as all year round. There are steps you can take throughout the year to make a big difference in your total income and tax liability when it comes time to file.
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Join Elizabeth Lewis at a Free Seminar on Legal Issues at Denver Startup Week!
Denver Startup Week (DSW) celebrates entrepreneurial energy, innovation, and connection. Each day offers premium sessions in tech, design, DIY-making, marketing, and leadership, presented by experts and distinguished guests from the local community.
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What’s in a Name for Your Home Business?
Your home-based business may be something you have been dreaming about for a long time, or it may be the result of a lay-off or need to supplement your existing income. This post will cover three often overlooked areas of home business planning.
Choosing a Name
Choosing a Structure
Choosing an Address
How To Stay Software Compliant And Avoid Big Trouble
Not thinking about software licensing can lead to legal trouble, like the $3 million penalty the City of Denver recently paid to Oracle.
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Niche Retail in Denver – The Key to Your Small Retail Store Success?
Consumers have been spending more money online while moving away from traditional brick and mortar businesses. What was once considered a niche market on a product has become over-saturated. Despite this, you know Denver is the place for your retail store. A small business attorney can help you find the right location for your product as well as guide you toward the right channels for doing business.
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Millennials, E-Commerce, and Denver Real Estate
Denver has been consistently ranked as one of the best cities to live in by U.S. News and World Report. Denver was also first in 2015 and 2016 for best places for business according to Forbes. These accolades are in addition to the state’s impressive roster of colleges and universities, not to mention its luscious landscape and booming retail scene. This all translates into a desirable place to live, which affects your business decisions.
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Accessing Your Colorado Tax Record with Revenue Online
An excellent resource for individuals operating small businesses in the state of Colorado is called Revenu Online – a website managed by the taxation division of the Colorado Department of Revenue. Since this year’s first quarter tax filings are in the rear view mirror, this is a good time to think about looking ahead and making access to our Colorado tax records easier using Revenue Online.
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Employee References – How to Tell the Truth and Avoid a Lawsuit
As a small business owner, you are likely the boss and human resources (HR) department all in one. This means the unfortunate task of firing an employee is yours. Once the dreadful termination is done, you are relieved and ready to move forward. Then, a month later, you get a call from a prospective employer asking for a reference for the employee you fired. Before you panic, decline, or say too much, know your rights.
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The Five C’s of Software Licensing
Software licensing can be a daunting combination where the perplexing realm of technology meets legal jargon. As a small business owner, it is essential to understand the importance of software licensing in order to protect your business’s brand or product and to avoid illegally using one that belongs to someone else.
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Preparing for Business Taxes from Day One
Whether your business is big or small, you have 20 employees or one, you are required to pay the right taxes at the right time. Understanding your tax obligations are an important part of your business formation. How you are structured and whom you employ will impact your taxes, and any mistakes or omissions will not go unnoticed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR). A small business attorney can help you prevent liability issues, maximize your deductions, and represent you in the event of an audit or penalty. This post will cover five things every small business owner should know about business tax.
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