Emergency rules and legislation relating to the COVID-19 have impacted small businesses in Georgia. Today's blog post discusses several recent changes.
Category Archives: Business Law
Buying or Selling a Business in Georgia? You MUST know exactly what you are buying or selling!
If you're going to buy or sell a business, it is critical to know exactly what it is that you are buying or selling. In today's short video, attorney Joel Beck provides an overview on the difference between an asset only deal and a stock deal.
Covenants Not to Compete and Not to Solicit Can be Enforced in Georgia
Joel Beck discusses a recent Court of Appeals of Georgia opinion that affirmed an injunction against a former employee of a business to prevent violations of a covenant not to compete and a covenant not to solicit. As discussed in this video and post, restrictive covenants in Georgia, if done correctly, can be enforced by the Georgia courts.
Georgia Records Restriction: Sealing Non-Conviction Criminal Records
Those with criminal charges against them in Georgia, that concluded without a restriction, may wish to seek to have the criminal history record information about the matter restricted, and the court file sealed, where possible under Georgia law, so that information about the matter does not prevent them from gaining employment, interfere with their business, or otherwise impact their livelihood.
Going Into Business With a Partner: Planning for An Owner’s Death
When two people go into business together, unless they do some good, detailed planning on the front end, some key issues are often not addressed. One of those is this: what happens when one of the owners dies? Does the deceased owner’s stock or ownership interest in the company get passed on to his or […]
Going Into Business With a Partner: Planning for the Business Divorce
When people contact us wanting to form a new company, and explain that they want to go into business with someone else.I usually jokingly tell them that’s not a good idea, and then explain that if they don’t do some good planning on the front-end, they’ll likely endure a lot of headaches, stress, and much […]
Going Into Business with a Partner: Planning for the Disagreements
We get calls frequently from people that want to go into business together. Perhaps it is two friends, or two people that worked together and thought they could strike off on their own and be successful if they joined forces. There is nothing wrong with going into business with someone else, but if you fail […]
Can I make all my staff Independent Contractors and Issue them a Form 1099?
Some business owners want to make all their staff independent contractors and issue them a Form 1099. Attorney Joel Beck explains that such an action may lead to trouble.
What is an Operating Agreement for a LLC?
Common questions about LLCs include these: What is the Operating Agreement? What does the Operating Agreement do? Georgia business lawyer Joel Beck answers those questions in today's short post and video.
What is a Registered Agent for a LLC or corporation in Georgia?
Attorney Joel Beck explains what a Registered Agent is and does for a Georgia LLC or corporation and why they are required under Georgia law.