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Why You Should Have Terms of Use For Your Website
The terms of use function like a contract between you, the owner of the website, and each person who uses your website. By establishing the rules of your website, you protect yourself from the consequences of bad behavior by others.
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9 Contracts Your Business Should (But May Not) Have
Dealing with contracts probably isn’t your favorite part of running your business. It’s plenty tedious, and there’s nothing glamorous about it. It can—to use a tired metaphor—feel kind of like flossing your teeth.
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7 Common Negotiating Mistakes
Contract negotiation, like public speaking, can be an acutely stressful experience. That’s why it’s helpful to be aware of some common mistakes that are made in negotiating contracts before you start.
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Update: Changes Proposed To H-1B Visa Program
Changes to the H-1B visa lottery system have been proposed by The Trump administration, a move that could benefit tech companies in Seattle and elsewhere in the U.S.
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How To Pick The Right Type Of Trademark Application
You’re ready to file an application to register your trademark. So you go to the USPTO’s application page, only to learn for the first time there are three different types of online applications you can submit. Find out which one is right for your application.
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How To Register A Trademark [Step-by-Step]
If you have a trademark you want to protect, it’s time to register your trademark. This post will walk through the steps of how to apply for federal registration of your trademark.
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How To Form A Washington Corporation [Step-by-Step]
The corporation is an entity that’s most often chosen by companies that are or plan to become a public company, and that want to have limited liability for owners/management and a predictable legal structure.
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Washington Small Business Guide [Resource + Legal Tips]
I recently stumbled across a guide for opening a small business in Washington. For the Seattle small business owner just getting started, it’s a great resource, but I thought it could benefit from a bit of legal commentary.
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Trademark Search & Clearance
The first step toward protecting your business mark is to search for others who may be using a mark and assess whether you’ll likely be able to register your mark.
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Who Owns An Employee's Inventions In Washington?
Who owns the intellectual property rights of an invention made during employment in Washington? Discover how employment agreements, assignment agreements, and exceptions such as work made for hire determine the fate of valuable IP rights.
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Non-Compete Agreements In Washington State
Employee non-compete agreements are as prevalent as they are controversial, particularly in tech hubs like Seattle.
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Plans To Change H-1B Lottery Could Benefit Seattle Tech Companies
The Trump administration reportedly plans to increase the number of highly educated foreign workers who receive H-1B visas, a move that is likely to benefit tech companies in Seattle and elsewhere in the U.S.
