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Choosing the Right Entity for Your Florida Business
When you are forming your Florida business, you have to choose what type of entity works best for your individual needs. Since everyone’s needs differ, there is no definitive answer that will serve everyone. Factors that influence decision making usually involve topics like personal liability and taxes. Choosing the right business entity can feel… Read More »
4 reasons your business should require noncompete agreements
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in business formation and planning on Wednesday, January 9, 2019. Understandably, many employers are hesitant to require employees to sign noncompete agreements. Some employers think that noncompete agreements are unnecessary in their market and will waste the business’s time and money to create…. Read More »
SEC to review rules for proxy process at public forum
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. on Saturday, November 17, 2018. The Security and Exchange Commission frequently handles issues that stir up controversy between investors and companies. Of these issues, one of the most contentious is corporate democracy. Later this month, the SEC will hold a roundtable to review its… Read More »
Different business structures have different tax requirements
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in business formation and planning on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Taxes are a part of life for Florida residents and the same holds true for business entities that operate in the state. Just as individuals may be taxed on their earnings, many businesses… Read More »
Tesla CEO charged with making false statements about funding
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in regulatory compliance on Monday, October 15, 2018. Businesses small and large are required to follow certain rules. The world of regulatory compliance and securities law can be complex, but at its heart readers of this blog should know that the rules in… Read More »
Do I need a business partnership agreement in a merger?
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. Merging companies takes a lot of work to be successful and meet certain regulations, but many times the importance of a business partnership agreement is forgotten. When two entities become one, there are differing cultures and processes that can… Read More »
Why are securities subject to strict governmental regulation?
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in regulatory compliance on Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Past posts on this Florida securities and business law blog have discussed what a security is and what it offers to individuals who purchase them. A security is an investment tool that allows a person… Read More »
What is the purpose of the Securities Act of 1933?
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in securities registration filings on Thursday, September 6, 2018. It is likely that some of the readers of this Florida securities and business law blog purchased something without having all of the information about the item. In some cases, the purchase may be… Read More »
What is a private placement offering?
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in private placements of securities on Wednesday, August 29, 2018. A private placement offering of securities is a non-public offering of a company’s equity ownership interests. The ownership interests can consist of common stock, preferred stock, membership interests, options, warrants and convertible debentures…. Read More »
Selecting a legal structure is an important step
On behalf of Law Office of Clifford J. Hunt, P.A. posted in business formation and planning on Thursday, August 16, 2018. Different businesses may be organized in different ways and how business owners elect to structure their enterprises can have major impacts on how those entities sell shares, establish internal leadership and pay taxes…. Read More »