Sidestepping Legal Landmines: Top Employment Law Mistakes To Avoid
Do you have employees? Are you hoping to hire employees? Join us to learn important information about how to avoid legal challenges when hiring. Even well-intentioned small businesses can stumble into costly legal trouble. This session will spotlight the most common – and avoidable – employment law missteps, from hiring practices to terminations. Learn how […]
Don’t Get Burned with a Contract
Protect yourself and your business! This interactive session breaks down the essentials of contracts—what to look for, what to avoid, and how to protect your interests. Learn how to confidently review, negotiate, and sign agreements without costly mistakes. Join Janet Johnson, WBDC Business Advisor and our special guest Joshua Hecht, Attorney from Caplan & Hecht, […]
Trademark Basics for Startups – Protecting Your Brand (eLearning)
Trademarks and intellectual property may not be the first thing on your mind when starting a business. However, ensuring the authenticity and uniqueness of your company’s trademark, brand name, and logo is vital in today’s competitive market. US trademark law offers legal protection against infringement, safeguarding your brand’s identity and reputation. By understanding the basics […]
Legal Basics of Real Estate Leasing (eLearning)
Learn the key legal basics of real estate leasing to protect your business and make informed decisions. Attorney Joshua Hecht will cover the following topics: Important Lease Provisions Location Length of Lease Rent Amount Subleasing Termination Competition Access to property Approvals Run time: 52 minutes eLearning:This session is part of WBDC’s Library, providing you easy […]
Intellectual Property for Small Businesses (eLearning)
Understanding intellectual property (IP) is an important skill for anyone starting or growing a business. Your business name, products, services, and other technical and creative works are usually protected by one or more forms of IP: patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. Join Attorney Michael Blake who will discuss IPprotection forthe various parts of your […]
Avoiding the 10 Most Common Legal Mistakes (eLearning)
In this class, entrepreneurs will learn how to avoid common legal pitfalls when running a business. We’ll cover important topics like partnership agreements, protecting your ideas and inventions, and how to work with contractors. By understanding these common missteps, you’ll gain practical advice to steer clear of costly legal problems and ensure your business stays […]
How CT’s New Cyber Law Affects Your Business (eLearning)
The new law affectsindividual or sole proprietorships, partnerships, firms, corporations, trusts, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, joint stock companies, and joint ventures. This webinar is especially relevant for businesses that collect sensitive and personal information from their employees and clients. Run time: – 52 minutes eLearning:This session is part of WBDC’s Library, providing you […]
5 Areas of Labor and Employment Law You Should Know (eLearning)
Are you up on the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws?Join us as we chat with Employment and Labor Attorney, Jennie Woltz to discuss the 5 areas of labor and employment law that you need to know about. Child Care Providers, please note:this program is designed for centers with 3 employees or more. Run […]