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Each month, California business attorney Kristen Hayes addresses a question relating to business law. Her video responses are published below. If you’d like to ask a question, or if you’d like further information, contact us today!

What is the difference between an S-Corporation and a C-Corporation?	I’ve seen lots of DIY legal contract services online. What are the disadvantages?
I am founding a business and I will be the only employee. Is a sole proprietorship my only option?	One of my employees was just injured on the job. What should I do?
I believe a former employee has stolen my intellectual property. Can I send them a “Cease and Desist” letter while I decide what action to take?	My company is very small. Do I really need an employee handbook?
My business is facing litigation but I really want to keep this issue out of court. What are my options?	In what situations are non-disclosure agreements necessary? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes explains that non-disclosure agreements are critical in order to protect business assets.
What are the most important elements of a non-disclosure agreement? California business attorney Kristen Hayes discusses important components of an NDA.	What are the advantages of an LLC versus a corporation? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes highlights advantages to structuring a business as an LLC.
What are common mistakes to watch out for while creating contracts for my business? California business attorney Kristen Hayes discusses a number of common mistakes regarding business contracts.	I want to start a business. What are the advantages of structuring my business as a corporation? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes highlights the advantages of a corporate business structure.
I want to sell my business and I have found a buyer. What’s the next step from a legal standpoint? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes discusses the process of selling a business.	I am thinking about terminating an employee. How can I protect myself legally? California business attorney Kristen Hayes explains that careful documentation is very important in the event of employee termination.
What are some of the important elements in a contract with vendors? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes highlights three important terms which must be defined.	How can intellectual property law protect my technology business? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes explains how IP law can be used to protect a business.
I just received a “cease and desist” letter from another business. What do I do? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes explains that a cease and desist letter usually requires legal attention.	What’s the difference between a copyright and a trademark? California business attorney Kristen Hayes breaks down the difference between a copyright and a trademark.
I’ve just been subpoenaed. What do I do? California business lawyer Kristen Hayes discusses important first steps to take in the event that you receive a subpoena.

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