Business Law & Business Litigation

For those unfamiliar with Chat GPT, it’s essentially an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that was created by a company called Open AI. It has received much attention as of late for its keen ability to generate all types of content and documents, from content for social media to memos to email content. You just ask the chatbot a question or enter in some search terms, and you have the...

In the world of business, disputes are an inevitable part of the landscape. Whether you’re a small startup or a large corporation, conflicts can arise from various aspects of business operations. Understanding the common types of business disputes and the legal principles surrounding them is essential for business owners, entrepreneurs, and legal professionals alike. In the following,...

Washington state law defines trade secrets as information that is both not generally known to the public and provides a competitive advantage to a business. This information can include such things as formulas, patterns, designs, compilations of data, customer lists, or any other information that is kept confidential and is important to a business. Trade secrets can be critical to the success...

A Limited Liability Company, or “LLC,” is a specific type of Washington business entity. The main benefits of an LLC are that it provides business owners with liability protection, a flexible management structure, and certain tax advantages. While most LLCs enjoy longevity and success, some become difficult to manage and questions abound on how to remove a member from the entity. Let’s take a...

A non-compete clause is a common clause that you will see in a Washington employment agreement. The provision essentially prevents a former employee from working for another company in certain situations. Including a non-compete clause in your employment contract can work to effectively keep your competitors at bay. What is a Non-Compete Provision? A non-compete clause basically prevents a...

The term “indemnity” often arises in the context of business contracts. In particular, it helps explain how one party to a contract will get compensated following a financial loss because of another party’s conduct. But please keep in mind that the particular way an indemnity provision will work often depends on the specific language used in an agreement. What Does “Indemnity” Mean? Let’s...

If you want to dissolve your Washington Corporation or limited liability company (LLC), you’ll want to make sure you follow all the necessary steps. A failure to do so can result in the accrual of annual report fees and late fees. Not to mention, you might continue to receive phone calls and emails from people who believe you’re still in business. Simply follow the steps below and contact the...

A limited liability company is a specific type of business entity or structure. It’s often referred to as an “LLC.” The main benefits of the entity are that it provides business owners with liability protection, a flexible management structure, and certain tax advantages. What are the Key Features of an LLC? There are three important aspects to a limited liability company. The first is that it...

A sole proprietorship is a type of business structure where a person, referred to as a sole proprietor, is the sole owner of the business. While the sole proprietorship may have a business name, there is usually no legal distinction between the sole proprietor and his/her business. There are definitely several advantages associated with this type of business arrangement, but there are also...

The Independent Contractor Protection Ordinance (ICPO) is a new Seattle ordinance that is set to go into effect on September 1, 2022. The new law is designed to protect independent contractors in terms of both payment and information surrounding their conditions of work. Since our firm has already screened several calls regarding the ICPO, we provide the following details. Definition of...