Springer, MichaelApr 1Covid-19 Disaster Relief for Small BusinessesThere is no denying that right now is an exceptionally difficult time for small businesses and startups. But the government is trying to ease the pain. Last w...
Springer, MichaelFeb 24New Rules Coming for Influencer and Social Media MarketingLast week, the FTC announced that it would review its Endorsement Guides. The Guides – last updated in 2009 – help influencers, endorsers, celebrities, and c...
Springer, MichaelJan 29Expanding the Definition of "Accredited Investor"If you're an entrepreneur trying to raise capital, or an investor looking to invest in startups, you’ve likely heard the term “accredited investor.” The defi...
Springer, MichaelNov 7, 2019Startup Tips: Issuing Profits InterestsYou just invested money to start an LLC. Now you want to bring in partners to manage the company or help with the work and offer them some form of equity com...
Springer, MichaelAug 24, 2019Trouble With Non-Compete AgreementsAt their inception, non-compete agreements were intended to prevent former executives and senior management from transferring a business’s sensitive informat...
Springer, MichaelJul 7, 2019Startup Tips: Be Wary of Form ContractsI’m frequently asked to review contracts sent to a startup by a counterparty. I’ve learned not to be surprised when I see a clear indication that the contrac...
Springer, MichaelJun 6, 2019Startups Should Use Influencers—But Avoid the PitfallsInfluencer marketing is a growing trend. But as it grows, it draws more attention from regulators. Ensure that your business is protected.