How to Open a Food Cart in Portland
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

How to Open a Food Cart in Portland

Have you been wanting to start a food cart in Multnomah County? This blog will walk you through all the things you should consider and how to get started.

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LGBTQIA+ Community: How to prepare for estate, health, and financial planning during uncertain legal times
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

LGBTQIA+ Community: How to prepare for estate, health, and financial planning during uncertain legal times

In the wake of the recent supreme court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, anxiety over the uncertainty of other actions they may take, has been prominent. Among the queer community, there is concern whether other federal laws will soon be overturned. While we are depressed about writing a blog post like this, we want you to feel informed on how you can proactively protect you and your family.

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Confused about business designations? LLC vs. S-Corp
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

Confused about business designations? LLC vs. S-Corp

One of the biggest misconceptions our clients have when formalizing their business is that these two things are either/or. An LLC and an S Corp are two different things. One is a legal entity type and the other is a tax election.

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What Are Non-Competes and Why Are They in the News in 2021?
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

What Are Non-Competes and Why Are They in the News in 2021?

A non-compete is the same thing as a noncompetition agreement, just another way of saying it. The challenge with noncompetes is they not only affect the employee during their work with the employer but after; in which case they may want to open up their own business but may be restrained from doing so.

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Scam/Spam or Real Mail?
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

Scam/Spam or Real Mail?

Keep reading for resources and information to help tell the difference between real mail from the Oregon Secretary of State, and random trash mail that is trying to take your money.

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Prop 22 and What It Means for California App Based Drivers
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

Prop 22 and What It Means for California App Based Drivers

When California's AB-5 passed it required most gig workers (independent contractors) be reclassified as employees under a more stringent test. You see, misclassification of a worker as an independent contractor by a business when they really should be classified as an employee, carries with it stiff penalties per violation under the law.

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Protect Your Brand Name
Michael Jonas Michael Jonas

Protect Your Brand Name

When should you decide to file an application with the USPTO to protect your tradename, logo or slogan?

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