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Understanding Claims-Made vs. Occurrence-Based Insurance Policies: What Business Owners Need to Know
However, many business owners find themselves confused when selecting between claims-made vs. occurrence-based insurance policies.
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 148 min read
FTC Bans Non-Compete Clauses in Major Shift for U.S. Employment Law
In a landmark 3-2 vote on Thursday, the Federal Trade Commission moved to ban the use of non-compete clauses in employment contracts.
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 24, 20244 min read
Mastering the Art of Time Management: A Fresh Perspective for Small Business Owners
Time is the most precious resource for small business owners. Unlike money, time is finite and cannot be replenished.
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 10, 20246 min read
The Crucial Role of Due Diligence in Business Purchases
Due diligence is an investigation or audit of a potential investment or product to confirm all facts, such as reviewing financial records
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 12, 20246 min read
Why Do We Wait? The Science of Procrastination
Explore the science of procrastination in this insightful article, offering strategies for overcoming it to boost productivity in 2024
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 2, 202414 min read
Fair Use for YouTube Creators
This blog post aims to demystify Fair Use for YouTube creators. One area that often leads to confusion and, unfortunately, copyright strikes
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Oct 16, 20234 min read
Ghostbusting Legal Frights: Limiting Liability in Small Business
In this post, I will attempt to draw parallels between the fearless ghost-fighting quartet and the proactive measures you can take
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Oct 11, 20234 min read
Ferris Bueller's Day Off: The Legalities of Employee Leave Policies
While Ferris's antics are entertaining, they also bring up an interesting topic that many employers and employees grapple with.
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Sep 27, 20234 min read
Does An Employer Have to Allow Service Dogs?
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers are required to permit service animals to accompany their owners in the workplace
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 13, 20235 min read
Mental Toughness for Entrepreneurs
Mental toughness is one of the essential attributes that business owners must possess.
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Apr 12, 20235 min read
Small Business and Employee Handbooks
As a small business owner, hiring employees is a significant milestone in the growth of your business. Whether you are hiring your first...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 22, 20235 min read
Employees Need to Watch What They Say on Social Media
Social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. With billions of people using social media platforms every day, it has...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 17, 20235 min read
Risk Management For Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, you face many challenges on a daily basis. One of the biggest risks you face is the possibility of being sued...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 13, 20234 min read
Limited Liability Company Basics
If you're thinking of starting a business, you might have come across the term "LLC." LLC stands for Limited Liability Company, which is...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Mar 8, 20233 min read
Understanding a Defendant's Duty to Mitigate Damages
In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff seeks to recover damages from the defendant for harm caused by the defendant's actions. However, to...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Feb 27, 20234 min read
How Companies Abuse the DMCA to Silence Critics
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) was designed to help protect copyright owners from piracy, but it has been used by companies...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 27, 20235 min read
The Benefits of Trademarking Your Business
Let’s review what trademarking entails and why it is important for the success of your business.
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 19, 20237 min read
The 10,000-Hour Rule: Success is Earned
Malcolm Gladwell’s book Outliers: The Story of Success explores the idea of what makes people successful. It analyzes the factors that...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 5, 20234 min read
The Benefits of Office Desk and Digital File Organization
Organizing your space, whether physical or digital, can make a world of difference in the long run. With National Clean off Your Desk Day...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jan 3, 20235 min read
Account Stated Claims | Getting Paid |Small Business Law
Small businesses often find themselves in situations where clients owe money for goods or services that were provided. Many times, the...
Peter Lamont, Esq.
Jul 27, 20225 min read
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