Common Legal Pitfalls to Avoid

There are many ways in which a business’s prospects can be harmed in the early stages of a company’s development, and the last thing a start-up wants is to be on the cusp of receiving financing only to learn that a potential investor has uncovered a legal “gotcha” in the course of its due diligence. [...]

How to Get More Bang for Your Buck: Stock Options and Restricted Stock

Equity incentives, which include stock options, help cash-starved start-up companies compensate employees, consultants and other service providers without breaking the bank. Even if you don’t plan to hire employees early-on, adopting an equity incentive plan is beneficial because you can also grant equity as compensation for the work of consultants and other service providers. Start-up [...]