Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Good Habits Every Business Owner Should Have
Starting and operating a business may seem like the ultimate goal for many people, but is not for the faint of heart. It requires good habits and a lot of work. If you’re lazy or don’t have the right mindset, then the processing of growing your business won’t be an easy one. If you… Read More »
What Will Happen To Commercial Real Estate As The Economy Improves?
When the coronavirus hit the United States in early 2020, many businesses were affected. Hotels, retail spaces, and offices shut down as the virus forced Americans to quarantine in their homes. Companies were unable to make money and as a result, they stopped paying the rent on these buildings. More than a year later,… Read More »
What To Discuss With A Lawyer Before Starting A Business
Are you ready to quit the 9-5 and start your own business? Most likely, no. A business startup is more than just quitting your job and selling a product you created. There is a lot more involved. You need to know about liability, business structure, employee rights, copyright law, contracts, and much more. It’s… Read More »
Actor Donald Glover Sued By Florida Rapper For Copyright Infringement
It’s true that a lot of music sounds alike. It’s not uncommon for modern songs to have elements of previous ones. However, if you copy specific elements without permission from the original creator, then you can be sued for copyright infringement. A rapper from Florida is claiming that a song from Childish Gambino, the… Read More »
When A Non-Compete Agreement Extends Beyond Death
Not many things last beyond death. Marriage and alimony do not survive death, and neither should a legal agreement. However, that has happened in an incident involving a non-compete agreement. In a case in Alabama, the court ruled that the surviving parties to a non-compete agreement still had to make payments even though the… Read More »
How To Choose A Business Model For Your Startup
As an entrepreneur, one of the most important parts of your business startup is the business model. This refers to how a company makes money. This is different from the revenue model, which only takes into account customer transactions. A business model is broader and incorporates employees, locations, marketing, and suppliers. However, coming up… Read More »
COVID Pandemic Leads To New Commercial Real Estate Trend
It has been over a year now since the coronavirus made its way to the United States. This virus caused a global pandemic, forcing lockdowns, masks, and even business shutdowns. Many business owners were able to avoid bankruptcy and closures by changing their course. They offered different ways of shopping, curbside pickups, and takeout… Read More »
Florida Man, Several Others File Copyright Infringement Lawsuit For Song
There are a lot of songs that sound alike, and that’s to be expected. After all, there are an estimated 97 million songs in the whole world. There are only so many different note patterns, beats and riffs. It’s possible for someone to write a song that they believe is unique, only to find… Read More »
Asking The Right Questions When Buying A Business
Last year was a rough time for businesses. The pandemic and subsequent quarantines caused businesses to lose a lot of money. Many even went bankrupt and were forced to shut down. Now, things are starting to look up. Florida and many other parts of the country are starting to reopen. Therefore, if you’ve been… Read More »
Alleged Discrimination Among Small Business Contracts
Unfortunately, discrimination can be found in pretty much every area of life. From areas such as employment to housing to relationships, businesses and individuals tend to discriminate against people based on factors such as their age, gender, race and disability. This also happens when business owners try to procure small business contracts. The government… Read More »