by Stephen Stern | Jan 30, 2014 | Blog, Business Start-Ups
Starting The Start-Up: Keys to Success: * Create a comprehensive business plan to include the vision and strategy of the founders and major investors. * Create a an agreement between and among the founders regarding: ownership interest, buyouts or transfers of stock...
by Stephen Stern | May 3, 2013 | Blog, Business Start-Ups
There are few words, such as “my lawyer” or “contractual obligation” that substantially increase heart rates, blood pressure and anxiety levels. This is particularly true for those engaged in the entertainment business, which is replete with war stories from bands...
by Stephen Stern | Jul 8, 2012 | Blog, Business Start-Ups
The question is often asked whether someone can trademark or copyright an idea. The simple answer is “NO” to either intellectual property area. Trademarks are created to protect the name or brand of a product or service, whereas copyrights are created to...
