Mital Makadia

Even if they're not malicious in intent, buyers can potentially impede the founder from achieving the earnout — with no recourse. Here's how to protect yourself.

There are a number of reasons that a co-founder may want to part ways with another co-founder. There are also legal considerations to keep in mind when co-founders separate.

Mergers and acquisitions are complex and a majority of them fail. Here's what a successful M&A deal looks like; some of the reasons that deals fall apart; why founders should be careful when speaking to potential buyers; and why they should be careful about sharing information before the deal goes through.

These are the six important questions to ask a startup attorney before you hire them — and the reasons why you need to ask these questions specifically.

There's a new requirement for many U.S.-based businesses that went into effect starting earlier this year. These are the things you need to know about the Corporate Transparency Act.

As a business owner or HR manager, you will inevitably have to terminate employees. Keeping these considerations in mind can help to protect you and your company in the long run.

More than 5 million new U.S. businesses were started in the U.S. last year — and startup founders need to be wary of the legal obstacles that could derail their success.

It's important for employers to understand what these types of restrictive agreements mean for employees and employers alike; and what the recourse is if and when one is breached.

Congratulations! You landed the job after a grueling interview process. Typically, a new job is a cause for celebration. But, it can also be stressful considering salary, benefits and more.

By following these best practices, parties can increase the likelihood of reaching a successful M&A deal that benefits all stakeholders.

No matter the industry, negotiating is crucial to finding the fairest deal possible.

Whether you're a new startup or a seasoned business owner, it's important to know the legalities of labor laws, especially when offering unpaid internships.

Patents not only offer an extra layer of innovation protection, but they are also a great way to protect your business's intellectual property.

Protecting trade secrets is a vital part of business safety. Follow this advice to protect and save your business.

Whether you are a startup or a large, established company, if you are developing creative work, copyright protection can be an important part of your overall IP strategy.

Don't overlook the importance of trademarks, as they are paramount in protecting your brand.

Whether you're protecting your product or protecting your company from infringing on someone else's, you must factor precautions into any product strategy.

Here's how to identify and negotiate a structure that is in your best interest.

Learn how to strengthen your BATNA for term sheet negotiations and more.

A startup law attorney explains how to manage unvested shares, and addresses the difference between stock and stock options.

One lawyer explains when and how to formalize equity splits between founders.

As a startup attorney with 15 years of experience, I see startup and founder dispute scenarios on a daily basis.