If you have ever clicked “Accept” for terms and conditions associated with a software application, then you have seen a SAAS (Software as a Service) contract. [1] This type of contract is a contract between a software developer and its user. While a SAAS agreement includes many of the same provisions and stipulations as a regular contract, it also has many criteria unique to technology-driven applications. So Read More
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Employee Handbooks, Part 2: What to Include?
February 20, 2018 by
Employee Handbooks,Last month, we discussed the role that Employee Handbooks play in an organization, the direct influence they have on company culture, and why every company should have one. Unfortunately, it’s not enough to just HAVE a handbook, you also have to make sure that it contains all of the right information and outlines your policies effectively as it could be used in unemployment hearings, or even Read More
Law Firm Data Security: Experts on How to Protect Legal Clients’ Confidential Data
February 18, 2018 by
Nate Lord wrote an article for the Digital Guardian, citing Jane Muir as an expert in Law Firm Data Security.[1] "For companies that provide services to clients, data security is always an important part of business. With lawyers and law firms, however, who are constantly entrusted with highly sensitive information about their clients as a course of business, the need for effective data security is of even more Read More
Employee Handbooks, Part 1: 6 Reasons Why Your Company Needs One?
January 20, 2018 by
An employee handbook is a valuable resource. Every company is subject to local, state and national employment laws, but these regulations typically set minimum expectations. A handbook assists with informing employees about what is necessary for their success. For the employer, a handbook enables the employer to set expectations, decreases the frequency of misunderstandings, and defines standards for professional Read More
How to Handle Partner Disputes Without Litigation
December 20, 2017 by
Partner Disputes Without Litigation, Collaborating with a partner is a popular and effective route to take when starting a business. The partners may have complimentary strengths that will enhance the business’s potential for success, and they may be personal friends and family, which can make the startup process exciting and fun. However, when a personal relationship exists, there may be little or no discussion of Read More
