Every Texas business must take essential steps to protect and enforce its intellectual property rights, with trademarks and service marks being among the most critical. These marks represent your company’s brand and reputation to the world. The Austin intellectual property lawyers at Structure Law Group are here to ensure your…
Are you looking to start a new business in San Jose or Silicon Valley? If so, congratulations! Among your many decisions will be choosing a business legal entity. A sole proprietorship is the easiest structure to get up and running quickly. But there are certain legal steps you will need…
Texas entrepreneurs often embody a ‘do-it-yourself’ (DIY) ethos. In a typical startup, a compact team of committed individuals assumes various roles across the organization. This approach can be instrumental in driving a company towards success. However, applying a DIY mindset indiscriminately, especially in specialized domains like legal affairs, can be…
At first glance, starting a business might seem straightforward– simply completing an application and remitting a fee to the California Secretary of State to incorporate. However, the reality is that starting a business entails a lot more complexity, particularly when it comes to legal matters. The process extends well beyond…
Numerous entrepreneurs in Texas believe they have ideas capable of evolving into billion-dollar startups. However, transforming these ideas into viable businesses involves careful planning. Several key steps must be taken before these startups can officially launch or become attractive to potential venture capital investors. This process ensures that the foundational…
It is common for startup founders to forgo cash-based compensation and accept only equity in exchange for their services to their startups. Most startup founders assume wage and hour laws are inapplicable to them because they are the owners of their business. However, founders, much like non-owner employees, cannot, under…
Texas entrepreneurs often embody a ‘do-it-yourself’ (DIY) ethos. In a typical startup, a compact team of committed individuals assumes various roles across the organization. While this approach can be instrumental in driving a company towards success, applying a DIY mindset indiscriminately can be detrimental and lead to significant costs for…
Although platforms like Slack and Teams have become indispensable tools for modern collaboration, their widespread adoption raises crucial legal and compliance challenges for organizations. These platforms store a vast amount of user data, including messages, files and even employee metadata. They are subject to stringent data privacy regulations like the…
When it comes to forming a new startup, a California limited liability company (LLC) offers a number of advantages. As the name suggests, an LLC protects the personal assets of individual members from business creditors. And since the LLC is a “pass through” entity, any profits are taxed on the…
Many startups in the San Jose area look to Delaware when establishing their corporate structure. You have probably heard that many top companies are incorporated in Delaware. Delaware is a popular state to form a corporation. But what are the advantages to a Silicon Valley company operating in Delaware? And…