Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business, 15th Edition

The all-in-one business law book!

Whether you’re just starting a small business, or your business is already up and running, legal questions crop up on an almost daily basis. Ignoring them can threaten your enterprise - but hiring a lawyer to help with routine issues can devastate the bottom line.

The Legal Guide for Starting & Running a Small Business has helped more than a quarter million entrepreneurs and business owners master the basics, including how to:

raise start-up money
decide between an LLC or other business structure
save on business taxes
get licenses and permits
choose the right insurance
negotiate contracts and leases
avoid problems if you’re buying a franchise
hire and manage employees and independent contractors
attract and keep customers (and get paid on time), and
limit your liability and protect your personal assets.

The 15th edition is completely updated with the latest legal information and tax rules for small businesses. Whether you’re a sole proprietor or an LLC or corporation, or a one-person business operating out of your home, or a company with a large staff leasing space, this book will help you start and run a successful business.