Introduction Copyright law is a cornerstone of intellectual property law, shaping the way creators protect and monetize their works. With each passing year, new technologies, case law, and new laws and regulations bring about changes in copyright regulation. Over the past year, technology has pl...
{4 minutes to read} The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is the federal law that went into effect on January 1, 2024, requiring virtually every small business in the United States to file certain information with a government agency, FinCEN. In this article, I explain when, as a company owner, ...
{3 minutes to read} Are you wondering if your business is required to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) that went into effect on January 1, 2024? This is one part of a series of videos I'm recording to explain the various components of the Corporate Transparency Act. In this vide...
{4 minutes to read} This is Part 2 of my Corporate Transparency Act series. In Part 1, I explained that the Corporate Transparency Act requires Reporting Companies to submit information to FinCEN about Beneficial Owners of the company and Company Applicants. In Part 2, I'm going to explain what...
{4 minutes to read} Are you a business owner wondering whether, now that January 1, 2024, has come and gone, you will have to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act? My name is Katherine Taylor, and I'm the lawyer for business owners. In this video, I'm going to let you know the three groups ...
Many neighborhoods or communities in Maryland have associations that help with things like overseeing common areas, enforcing rules or policies, or addressing various issues related to shared ownership or living. These community associations have their own rules and laws by which they must abide....
Commercial contract law in Maryland governs the formation, performance, and enforcement of contracts between businesses. A contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties that creates an obligation to do or refrain from doing a particular thing. If not undertaken, drafted, rev...
Intellectual property is critical in today's competitive market, and yet advancements in this digital age make it easier than ever to violate intellectual property rights. That's especially true for anything you write or produce. Whether as an individual or an entity – your written creations risk...
Legal problems in Maryland lead to setbacks, and the threat of litigation only worsens the situation. Litigation is costly and time-consuming, leaving the outcome of the case entirely in the hands of a judge or jury. Fortunately, litigation can be avoided when negotiations are conducted – particu...
Intellectual property is critical in today's competitive market, and yet advancements in this digital age make it easier than ever to violate intellectual property rights. That's especially true for anything you write or produce. Whether as an individual or an entity – your written creations risk...
{2 minutes to read} Are you a business owner wondering how to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act come January 1, 2024? If so, I'm going to provide you with a couple of updates recently issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the government agency charged with enforc...
{2 minutes to read} Are you a future business owner or even a current business owner looking to purchase a franchise? I'm Katherine Taylor, the lawyer for business owners, and I recommend three items that you should initially look for when you start down the road to eventually purchasing a franc...
Mergers and acquisitions in Maryland can be an important strategy to fulfill a number of company goals. You could be a small company or a large one, and a merger or acquisition can still benefit you. On the other hand, mistakes during a merger or acquisition are often made, and these can lead to ...
{3 minutes to read} Have you just registered an entity, whether it's an LLC or a corporation, with your state Secretary of State? And are you wondering what you should do next? I'm Katherine Taylor, the lawyer for business owners and in this video, I will explain several things that you must do ...
{3.5 minutes to read} As a business owner, have you heard of the Corporate Transparency Act? And are you wondering if it applies to you and your business? This article will briefly explain the Act and why you need to know about it. Spoiler alert: if you own a small business, get ready to comply...
Businesses are involved in any number of things that can lead to any number of disputes within a business and between businesses. You can proactively work to minimize and avoid many common disputes but thorough planning is not always enough to evade disputes altogether. When a business dispute in...
{2 minutes to read} Are you an owner of a business registered as an entity in Maryland or registered in Maryland to do business in Maryland? If so, here is an important tip — check the status of your annual report filings, so you don't get dinged by the State Department of Assessments and Taxati...
Have a great business idea in Maryland that you need to put into action? Over the last few decades, startups have taken over, and some of the best are not limited to tech startups. They are in every industry, from health (e.g., Devoted Health) to consumer and retail (e.g., Juul Labs), e-commerce ...
Starting or growing a business in Maryland takes financial resources that many businesses simply do not have on hand, so they have to consider other options. Finding the right way to finance the business is critical. Likewise, avoiding mistakes will help prevent delays. At Taylor Legal, our ...
{3 minutes to read} In a previous video, I explained what a capital contribution is. I also get the question — How much should my capital contribution be? In this article, I'm going to give you some tips to help you answer that question for yourself. A capital contribution is a financial inves...
Many different situations can lead to a business sale or purchase. A company's owner or partner may want to transfer ownership through a business succession plan. An entrepreneur may want to purchase a business that is already in full operation rather than start their own business from the ground...
Have an idea for a business? Where do you start transforming that idea into a business? Determining business formation is one of the first and most important steps to starting a business in Maryland. It can make a difference in terms of taxes, liability, profitability, growth, and more. Getting...
KATHERINE L. TAYLOR, ATTORNEY AND CPA 5850 Waterloo Rd Suite 140 Columbia, MD21045 443-420-4075 443-420-4075 (fax)
If you are purchasing a parcel of land or have concerns about the legal boundaries of a parcel you already own, a survey performed by a licensed surveyor provides far more security regarding the accuracy of the boundaries of the land than a plat drawing or map. A land survey is performed by a tr...
KATHERINE L. TAYLOR, ATTORNEY AND CPA 5850 Waterloo Rd Suite 140 Columbia, MD21045 443-420-4075 443-420-4075 (fax)