Practical legal insights for business owners, entrepreneurs, and executives.
Practical legal guidance for business owners and executives from attorney Michael A. Zara.
Contracts are the legal foundation of every business relationship. Learn which agreements every business needs, what key clauses protect you, and how to avoid the costly mistakes that end up in court....
Read ArticleAn employee handbook is one of your most important legal documents. Learn what policies every employer must include, how to avoid common drafting mistakes, and when to work with an employment attorney....
Read ArticleThinking about franchising your business? Federal and state law impose strict FDD disclosure and registration requirements before you can sell a single franchise. Here is what every prospective franchisor needs to know....
Read ArticleTrade secrets are often a business's most valuable asset and the easiest to lose. Learn how to legally protect confidential information, customer lists, formulas, and processes before a breach occurs....
Read ArticleStrong corporate governance is not just for public companies. Learn how growing businesses use boards, bylaws, and governance structures to reduce risk, attract outside capital, and protect owners from disputes and liability....
Read ArticleMisclassifying workers as independent contractors is one of the costliest employment law mistakes a business can make. Learn the legal tests, consequences, and how to structure compliant contractor relationships....
Read ArticleBuying or selling a business? Learn how M&A deals are structured, what due diligence requires, and how to protect yourself through the entire transaction process....
Read ArticleLeasing or buying commercial property? Learn the key lease terms to negotiate, due diligence steps, and how to structure ownership to protect your business....
Read ArticleLearn how to choose the right business entity in 2026. Compare LLCs, S-Corps, C-Corps, and partnerships with guidance from a business attorney....
Read ArticleAvoid costly contract mistakes. Learn the 5 most common contract errors small businesses make and how a business attorney can help you avoid them....
Read ArticleEssential guide to buying a franchise. Learn what to look for in the FDD, franchise agreement, and due diligence process before investing....
Read ArticleNon-compete agreement guide for business owners. State-by-state enforceability, drafting best practices, and alternatives to non-competes in 2026....
Read ArticleGuide to intellectual property protection for startups. Compare trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and copyrights. Learn which IP protections your st...
Read ArticleHow to find and choose the right business attorney. Key factors including experience, communication, specialization, fees, and client approach....
Read Article7 proven strategies to protect your business from lawsuits. Entity structure, contracts, insurance, employment compliance, and more from a business at...
Read ArticleEssential contract clauses every business owner must understand. Indemnification, limitation of liability, termination, non-compete, and dispute resol...
Read ArticleCorporate governance best practices for growing businesses. Board formation, bylaws, corporate minutes, shareholder agreements, and compliance program...
Read ArticleComplete guide to business succession planning. Exit strategies, buy-sell agreements, family business transitions, ESOP planning, and valuation consid...
Read ArticleSchedule a confidential consultation with attorney Michael A. Zara to discuss your business legal needs.