Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business

The all-in-one business law book

When you run a small business, legal questions crop up almost on a daily basis. Ignoring them can threaten your enterprise—but hiring a lawyer to help with routine issues can devastate the bottom line.

Fortunately, you have a better alternative. Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business clearly explains the how to:

• raise start-up money
• pick the right business structure
• get licenses and permits
• negotiate a favorable lease
• protect yourself with the right insurance
• create binding contracts
• hire, fire, and manage employees
• cope with financial problems
• protect your personal assets
• save on business taxes

The 14th edition is completely updated with the latest business tax rules and numbers, including options for deducting expenses for the business use of your home.