Hey there, brand builders and business bosses! Today, we’re diving into the wild world of trademarks. Now, I know what you’re thinking – “But Jess, trademarks sound about as exciting as watching grass grow.” Well, buckle up, because I’m about to make this topic more entertaining than a Netflix binge-watch. What is a trademark? First things...Read More

Hey there, fellow readers! As May unfolds its vibrant hues and warmer days, there’s a quieter, yet profoundly impactful event that deserves our attention: Lupus Awareness Month. As the Marketing Assistant here at Portalatin Law Firm, I’ve taken it upon myself to delve into the depths of this often-misunderstood condition and shed light on its...Read More

¿Estás considerando comprar un negocio existente? Es posible que hayas estado considerando comprar un negocio y ahora estés listo para dar el paso. Comprar un negocio existente tiene beneficios, como tener una base de clientes existente, una marca conocida, redes de proveedores establecidas, un equipo de empleados, licencias comerciales y activos. Sin embargo, la compra...Read More

Many business owners have found themselves on the receiving end of a seemingly official document: Form 4022. This form demands completion of Mandatory Beneficial Ownership Reporting and requires a payment of $117 to be sent to the purported “US Business Regulations Dept.” Alarmingly, some of these forms even mimic IRS documents, adding an extra layer...Read More

There’s a new federal law called the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) that requires small businesses across the country to file reports disclosing their ownership structure and leadership. Failure to comply could result in major fines or even jail time for business owners.Read More

What’s Happening?! It’s time for BUREAU OF ECONOMIC ANALYSIS’ (BEA) benchmark survey of foreign direct investment in the United States (BE-12 Survey). The BE-12 is the most comprehensive survey on financial and operating data of U.S. affiliates of foreign multinational enterprises. This is conducted every five years and is MANDATORY for U.S. Affiliates having at...Read More

Divorces can be nasty affairs. So often, divorcing couples go to war against one another regarding child custody, alimony, and dividing marital property. If you operate a Limited Liability Company (LLC), you may be concerned about how your divorce will impact your business. A Miami divorce attorney can help you navigate the murky waters of...Read More

The new year is right around the corner! This year has been a year that has presented us with many challenges, and for many, has changed the way we do business today and going forward. As we approach the end of the year, it is a good time to consider having a contract lawyer in Miami,...Read More

Are you considering buying an existent business? You may have been considering purchasing a business and now are ready to make the move. There are benefits in buying an existing business, such as having an existing customer base, familiar brand, established vendor networks, team of employees, business licenses, and assets. Purchasing an established business, however,...Read More

You may not be aware, but trademark infringement is on the rise. A staggering 85% of brands experienced some form of trademark infringement within the last year. This is according to a recent report from CompuMark, which revealed this statistic has increased compared to 81% in 2018 and 74% in 2017. There are various forms...Read More