Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business

Small business owners are regularly confronted by a bewildering array of legal questions and problems. Ignoring them can lead to disaster -- but with lawyers typically charging $200-$300 an hour, calling one to answer routine legal questions can be a fast track to the poorhouse.

Fortunately, you have a better alternative. Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business clearly explains the practical and legal information you need to:

• raise start-up money
• choose between a sole proprietorship, partnership or LLC
• get licenses and permits
• buy or sell a business or franchise
• negotiate a favorable lease
• insure your business
• hire independent contractors safely
• understand small business tax rules
• pick and protect a good name
• resolve legal disputes
• adopt the best customer policies
• enter into strong contracts
• cope with financial problems

The 12th edition is thoroughly updated for 2011, including the latest regulations, tax numbers, and business realities in a changing economy. Plus, you'll get the lowdown on the 2010 health care tax credit incentivizing small businesses to pay for group medical insurance for employees, and much more.