Even the best business ideas will be limited in their reach if there is not adequate financing. In New Jersey, every business must have some form of capital to either get off the ground or to grow once it is in operation. This is a frequent obstacle that prevents...
Effective And Efficient Attorneys For Your Personal And Professional Needs
The attorneys at Ritigstein Law, are knowledgeable advisors who help clients achieve their goals in estate planning, probate, business law and litigation.
small business law
Tips for business succession planning
Business founders and owners are like the rest of us and do not work forever. Businesses, especially smaller businesses, should plan and prepare for future leadership. Succession planning is important to assure that the business evolves, stays relevant and...
Small businesses need a continuity plan
According to researchers, 90% of small businesses that undergo a disaster and do not reopen within five days go out of business forever within one year. Natural disasters, health emergencies and cybersecurity threats to small businesses underline the need for...
Six issues to consider before signing a franchise agreement
Buying into a franchise can be a great way to satisfy your entrepreneurial streak. It can give you the well-established brand that you need to make a splash in the community while also providing you with the training, resources and equipment that you need to set...
What to do if you can’t pay your business income tax
As a small business owner in New Jersey, you know the importance of paying your business income taxes on time. However, running a business is unpredictable and various things can happen that make you unable to pay your taxes. What happens if you don’t pay your...
Navigating tough economic times in your small business
The economic upheavals of the past few years have left many New Jersey small business owners struggling and worried about the future of their business. As a small business owner, you must try to find a balance between keeping your business afloat, while not...
Using a trust in business succession planning
Working for one’s family may seem like an easy career to maintain; however, even small family-owned business can face the same complex matters that major corporations do. The longevity of a business is continually monitored, and if a business in New Jersey or...
Why having non-compete agreements is important for businesses
Many businesses in New Jersey provide similar services or products as other businesses. Due to this they compete with each other for clients and customers. There are differences between companies who compete with each other though and those differences are what set...
When should I get a patent to protect my business in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, people who have created a product or formulated an idea will want to benefit from it financially. This is true regardless of whether they began their work to build a business, benefit others or both. That will include understanding the various legal...
“Return-to-work” bonus aims to boost employment
The economic turmoil of the past 18 months has been hard on New Jersey's small businesses. With things now starting to return to something closer to normal, many of these businesses have struggled to return to the level of service their customers expect. One reason...