Wednesday, June 25, 2014 from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. Vann Attorneys & Carolinas IT Webinar: Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – Security, Management, and Legal Concerns We will discuss an overview of topics and issues to consider with “Bringing Your Own Device to Work”. What are the implications, how should management handle this request and what are the 5 top …
Wednesday, June 18, 2014 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Vann Attorneys Webinar: Credit Management 101: The Practical Steps of Effective & Efficient Management of Accounts Receivables Understanding the basics of business credit is important to strengthen your overall knowledge and business credit for all companies. We will discuss the foundations of business credit with topics such as reviewing contract terms and conditions, …
You may have heard of the idea of “Bring Your Own Device to Work” (BYOD) and wondered what it means, or, you may have not thought too much about it. As is always the case as it seems, almost any activity which employees engage, could have an impact on the employer. Thus, employers need to be aware of this idea …
Most of us are accustomed to treating bank checks – whether we call them cashier’s checks or certified checks – as substantially different from personal checks. And in many respects, they are different – when someone has gone to the trouble to get a check from their bank, you can usually be pretty confident that the check will be honored. …
If you’ve ever signed a settlement agreement resolving some dispute, chances are pretty good it contained a confidentiality provision. In many cases, one side or both wish to keep the terms of a settlement to themselves – whether to avoid disclosure of amounts paid to settle or for some other reason. In our experience, these provisions are often paid lip …
Tuesday, May 13, 2014 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Vann Attorneys Webinar: Handling Money of Others – Sales Tax, Escheat Property & Cashing Checks We will discuss three topics that are always of high interest among our clients: sales tax, escheat property, and cashing the checks of customers. What’s the proper way of handling funds of customers that have not been returned …
Knowing the “why” we do what we do is important for many reasons. The “why” helps set the stage for how we accept responsibility and how we proceed with accomplishing our work. Our office was formed in September 1993 as a solo practice with one attorney and one administrative assistant/paralegal. When we started the office, our letterhead and logo included …
Tuesday, January 14, 2014 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Vann Attorneys Webinar: Checklist for Business Success in 2014 Are you prepared for business success in 2014? We will discuss required filings with the Secretary of State, corporate minutes and bylaw regulations, sales tax issues, escheat requirements, and wrap up with a review of accounts receivable. Submit your questions in advance by …
Businesses spend substantial resources on developing a brand, establishing goodwill with their customers and the general public and differentiating themselves from competitors. A successful business therefore has a strong incentive to protect its identity. That identity may be a name, a logo or some other unique phrase or mark. In many situations, it is not only helpful- it’s vital- that …
A growing number of businesses are using online banking and mobile banking is gaining in popularity. However, most business owners are not aware that, unlike consumer accounts, business bank accounts are afforded little to no legislatively mandated fraud liability protection. Although, some banks offer zero liability fraud protection for their business customers, that protection is not mandatory and may be …
One would be hard-pressed to overstate the importance of a name in the business world. The name of a business is its identity. Many names become so valued, or are so valued by the owner, that they are trademarked so nobody else can benefit from the name. In my profession, getting the names of the parties to a lawsuit correct …
Many people in America dream of owning their own business. Every day, people quit their jobs and risk everything so they can have the freedom and control to make their own way in the business world. Many who become entrepreneurs certainly have the business knowledge and experience to be successful. Unfortunately, even great entrepreneurs fail to consider the legal aspects …
The North Carolina Court of Appeals recently issued a decision regarding piercing the corporate veil, which reiterated that under North Carolina’s “instrumentality rule” an owner of a corporation or limited liability company can be held liable for the debts of the company, even if he or she is found not to have engaged in any wrongdoing individually. In Estate of …
Renewing a Judgment for Money in North CarolinaBy James R. VannAttorney at LawSuppose your business was awarded a substantial money judgment eight years ago and it has never been collected or only a portion was collected. You know that your judgment is valid for ten years from the date it was awarded by the Court, and you do not want …
While talking with business clients about customer payments, there is a common thread beginning to appear. Customers are taking longer to pay their accounts. These are not the financially risky or new customers. These are the financially strong long term customers. Many companies are starting to stretch out their payment terms with their suppliers. Many times, the customers are adding …
Whether you are starting a business, buying or selling a business, entering into a partnership or planning your exit strategy, you need a clear vision for what you want to accomplish. A vision in this sense is the end sum of your goals and overall purpose. Once you have defined your vision, the planning can begin. The vision you have …
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. Vann & Sheridan Webinar: Non Compete & Non Disclosure Agreements in North Carolina Presenters: James Vann Complimentary for Clients & Guests Webinar ID: 145-953-539
There was a recent story in the News & Observer entitled “When a business owner wants out” detailing the exit plan of the current owner of Great Outdoor Provision Co. The current owner, Tom Valone, is fortunate to have created and thought through an exit strategy for the business which he created. Like many business owners, Mr. Valone has owned …
Creating your new business, formalizing a new business idea, or simply marketing your existing business can become even more complex given the use of the internet, blogs and social marketing. Prior to the internet, what name to use for your company was not as complex. Today, many business owners must consider the name of the business, whether the domain name …
The turn from one year to another is a good time to reflect both personally and professionally, even from a legal perspective. There are a number of areas for both where a little thought can make a big difference. On a personal level, the new year is a perfect time to examine your estate planning and to make any changes …
