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    • Matthew A. Bisbee
    • Stephen P. Ellingson
    • Min Ji Goo
    • Lawrence M. Guslani
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Can two companies have the same name?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Apr 11, 2023 | Business Formation

You and a business partner decide to start your own company. Before you make this news public, you spend a lot of time branding. You come up with a company name. You draft a vision statement. You decide on the color scheme that you want to use and a slogan for the...

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What is an IP infringement?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Jan 12, 2023 | Intellectual Property Law

An intellectual property (IP) is anything that is created with human intellect. In other words, a painting, song, book, logo or design are all forms of intellectual property. All of what you read online, watch on TV or purchase at a store is considered a form of IP....

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Do employees have IP on their personal computers?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Oct 5, 2022 | Intellectual Property Law

Things can get very complicated for your business if your employees use their personal computers at work. In fact, some companies prohibit this and maintain that all work has to be done on company machines. There are a few reasons for this, and it’s important to...

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What is appellate law?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Aug 11, 2022 | Litigation

If you have a case to appeal, did you know that your original attorney might not take it on? While many attorneys may entertain the idea of handling an appeal, most won’t automatically do so for you. Instead, you may want to look into hiring a separate appellate...

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REJECTED: How can California employers protect their intellectual property?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Aug 8, 2022 | Intellectual Property Law

California employment laws put a lot of emphasis on protecting the rights of individual employees. There are more laws that restrict employers and protect employees in California than at the federal level.  Some of these unique rules will put employers at risk. For...

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What formation options should I consider for my new business?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Apr 15, 2022 | Business Formation

As you prepare for establishing your new business, it is essential to consider the formation of your business and what type of entity your new company will become. The process of learning about the different types of entities can be overwhelming. Choosing the right...

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Which regulations apply to my business based on number of employees?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Mar 11, 2022 | Business Formation

Perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of running a small or medium-sized business is making sure that you are in compliance with all of the many federal regulations that apply in your industry. As your business grows and you hire on more employees, some new...

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What is self-insured retention?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Feb 23, 2022 | Insurance Law

At first blush, self-insured retention (SIR) policies may look like insurance policies with a large deductible. A business agrees to maintain its own insurance up to a certain limit. If the costs of a claim exceed that limit, they may trigger an insurance company’s...

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2 things businesses can learn from the Washington Football Team’s trademark woes

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Jul 27, 2021 | Intellectual Property Law

There are few things more important to the success of a business than intellectual property. A business needs to do everything possible to obtain and protect its trademarks and copyrights. For many businesses, trademarks are among the most important types of...

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Is self-insurance right for your business?

On Behalf of Hayes Scott Bonino Ellingson & Guslani, LLP | Jul 6, 2021 | Insurance Law

Managing risk is a constant source of concern for business owners and key decision-makers within companies, but the price of insurance premiums has many looking for more cost-effective options. Self-insurance is one such option that more and more businesses are...

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