Equity financing is a pivotal stage for startups seeking to scale operations and gain market traction. Understanding the terms that venture capital investor will request in connection with an equity investment, typically first encountered within a term sheet, is crucial for entrepreneurs to make informed decisions and protect their interests. The National Venture Capital Association […]
As an employer in Massachusetts, it’s important to understand the Massachusetts wage law and hour laws. Massachusetts has strict regulations governing the payment of wages and ensuring compliance with the Massachusetts Wage Act, including wage act claims related to unpaid compensation and commissions. Timely Payment of Wages Under Wage Law Under the Massachusetts Wage Law (“Wage […]
Tell Us About Your Journey My journey actually starts growing up in an immigrant family. Both my parents moved to the US from Germany to a country where they didn’t know anybody. They didn’t speak the language, and they had enough money for a plane ticket back if things didn’t work out. Fortunately, through a […]
A Parental Leave policy is a necessity for Massachusetts employers. The Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFML) became effective in January 2021 and provides for 12 weeks of family leave to bond with a child within the first 12 months following the child’s birth, adoption, or foster care placement.[1] When drafting parental leave […]
There are many reasons an organization may consider implementing a code of conduct in the workplace. Some companies are subject to regulations that make it a requirement, but good codes of conduct are more than just a compliance tool; they can also be a cornerstone of a positive and productive workplace culture. For organizations of […]
Limited liability companies have become an increasingly common form of business organization, primarily because of ease of management. They are also easy to form: most states do not even require a written operating agreement. Many entrepreneurs may find that they are just too busy to hash out an operating agreement – or are tempted to […]
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and ever-evolving cyber threats, safeguarding sensitive data, and responding effectively to cyberattacks have become critical priorities for businesses of all sizes. Gesmer Updegrove, a premier law firm for technology companies and rapidly growing businesses, recognizes the importance of cybersecurity and data breach response strategies in today’s business […]
For founders embarking on their new journey, navigating the legal landscape can be a daunting task. Having the right legal counsel can make a significant difference in the success and sustainability of the venture. Here are some key considerations that startups should keep in mind when hiring an attorney. Key Considerations When Hiring An Attorney […]
Tell Us About Your Journey My journey, let’s see, I grew up with two brothers and my father was in the high-tech business, had a successful company. I’ve always been around that. While I was in high school, I appreciated the value of working. I got my first job when I got my license. Worked […]
Interview with Jay Cahill, President and Founder Tell Us About Your Journey My journey really started when I was nine years old. In between baseball practices and baseball games, my parents shipped me off to computer camp at Digital Equipment Corporation, where I got my first taste of programming. Commodore 64, box of floppy drives […]
Protection of trademark rights in the United States is only given to those products and services that are considered legal at the federal or state level. While individual states are allowing broader protection of cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) products, protection at the federal level remains limited. The 2018 Farm Bill allowed for some goods containing […]
My name is Steve Walsh and I’m the founder of a company called Hands On Angel, which is an early-stage ecosystem centered around early-stage founders. I help them do three things. I help them accelerate capital, revenue, and growth. Tell Us About Your Journey So it’s been a long one. My journey started over 25 […]
On September 11, 2023, a district court judge in the Eastern District of Washington entered an order dismissing a lawsuit brought by a conservative advocacy group, which challenged Starbucks’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies. The advocacy group owns 56 shares of Starbucks stock and brought the lawsuit as a shareholder derivative action — a […]
Interview with David Rubinstein, President of Opti Tell Us About Your Journey It’s been a great journey. My career, I was probably one of the early founders of a high tech company or a startup back in 1985. And it’s been riding the technology transformation waves ever since. Early parts of my career was all […]
Interview with Eric Graham, CEO of CrowdComfort Tell Us About Your Journey I’ve been an entrepreneur at heart my entire life. Prior to CrowdComfort, I’d been in the building energy technology space. So having spent about a decade in building energy technologies, I thought the idea for CrowdComfort of tapping into people and smartphones to […]