Employment Law Update: Federal Ban on Non-Compete Agreements
Under the FTC’s ban, employers will be prohibited from having workers sign non-compete agreements, among others.
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Jan 31
Legal Considerations for Your Budding Floral Business
Roses are red, Violets are blue, Trellis Legal can help florists be protected too! Okay, cheesy, we know. But ‘tis the season, right? In...
Dec 31
Trademarks v. Copyright: Key Tools for Your Small Business
Trademarks and copyrights are often confused for one another but are very different legal tools with distinct purposes. It is important...
Oct 31, 2023
Practicing Safe DIY
Our mission at Trellis is to provide access to small business legal assistance at various levels of support, including free. That’s why...
Sep 30, 2023
Federal Company Owner Reporting Rule Beginning in 2024
New federal reporting requirements for many non-public (including small) businesses will go into effect on January 1, 2024, requiring...
Jul 31, 2023
Back to School with the Trellis Resource Library!
Something about that back-to-school time makes us want to get organized. Wait, is it almost that time already? Maybe we buy a new pack of...
Jun 30, 2023
Client vs. Independent Contractor vs. Subcontractor Contract– Which One Do I Need?
At Trellis, we absolutely love contracts. What’s not to love? They protect your work (and assets/money), help relationships run better,...
May 31, 2023
A Business By Any Other Name
Did you know that Nike was originally called Blue Ribbon Sports? Or that Google was originally named Backrub? Seriously – Backrub it,...
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May 1, 2023
May the [Work]Force be with You: Key Terms and Benefits of an Employee Handbook
Employee handbooks aren’t just some Jedi-in-the-sky idea from a galaxy far far away. Employee handbooks are an important part of having a...
Mar 31, 2023
Considerations Before Buying or Selling a Biz
Businesses are bought and sold every day for so many reasons. From a retiring owner selling to a long-time employee or a passionate pro...
Feb 1, 2023
How Can a Transactional Business Lawyer Help My Company?
A Few Things You Might Not Know We Can Do Fortunately, most of a small business’ daily operations don’t involve calling your lawyer. It...
Dec 31, 2022
5 New Year’s Resolutions To Make for Your Small Business in 2023
We’ve had some good new year’s resolutions over the years (some more successful than others). So we know that making resolutions can be...
Oct 31, 2022
5 Clauses You’ll Be Thankful To Have in Your Contract
When you’re agreeing to buy goods or perform services, it is important to have a solid written contract that accounts for everyone’s...
Sep 30, 2022
There’s Nothing Scary About Working With a Good Lawyer
Maybe you’re haunted by a legal question, or just want the assurance that you’re appropriately protecting your business. Maybe you’re...
Jul 31, 2022
Introducing: Branching Out, New Dynamic, Community Events Hosted by Trellis Legal
Branching Out Events We say it all the time. There isn’t anything quite as energetic, imaginative, or unique as the Pittsburgh business...
Apr 30, 2022
The Biggest Bang for Your Buck – Making the Most of Your Lawyer Experience
We all know the cliche – the suited-up, mean-muggin’ lawyer who uses complicated language, costs more than you can afford, and can be...
Feb 28, 2022
Wedding Bells & Legal Dwells
Going to the Chapel and We’re Gonna Get … Legal Protection! It can take quite a team to pull off a wedding. Venues, flowers, music,...
Dec 31, 2021
Achieving New Year’s Resolutions for Your Business
Create realistic New Year's resolutions for your business, follow through, and achieve them! Here are the tools to make it happen.
Nov 30, 2021
This Little Vendor Went to Market; Special Considerations For Your Holiday (or Anytime!) Booth
Before setting up your holiday market booth, make sure you are legally legit with an entity, permits, employees, and IP considerations.
Jul 31, 2021
What’s In a DBA?
A DBA is a fictitious business name that is sometimes used by sole proprietors, partnerships, LLCs, and corporations for branding purposes.
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