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.
Category Archives: Business Law
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.
Employers: Using Restrictive Covenants to Help Protect Business Interests
Business owners or employers may have questions about whether restrictive covenants, such as a covenant not to compete or a covenant not to solicit clients, can be enforced under Georgia law. In today's post and video, attorney Joel Beck shares some thoughts about these covenants as a way to help protect business interests.
Can a covenant not to compete or not to solicit be enforced? Is it any good in Georgia?
Your employer wants you to sign a covenant not to compete or not to solicit clients. Or, maybe you've already signed one and need to know it is is valid. Attorney Joel Beck discusses these contracts as they relate to an employee in today's blog post and video.