Ser & Associates Blog
The Effect Of the Coronavirus On Your Existing Contracts
While the extent of the Coronavirus is still uncertain, several clients have asked, “What can we do about cancellations and broken contracts?”
5 Common Trademark Mistakes Made By Small Business Owners
Many new business owners overlook the importance of obtaining a trademark for their business’ name, logo, brand, etc. or decide to put it off for the future.
Three Common Legal Pitfalls Startup Business Owners Need To Know
There are several pitfalls entrepreneurs need to be wary of. Here is a quick glimpse of three legal issues startups need to be aware of from the moment they go into business, and why it is always wise to enlist the help of a licensed attorney.
“Who Gets Paid Overtime?” The Exempt Employee v. Non-Exempt Employee
Effective January 1, 2020, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) increased the standard salary level which triggers the required overtime pay for exempt employees.
MYGC|My General Counsel® – Quality Legal Services at a Flat, Monthly Rate
Many small and mid-size businesses don’t have the luxury of being able to afford in-house legal counsel to run things by on a daily basis. Yet, small and mid-size businesses require and deserve high-quality legal services. Enter MYGC|My General Counsel® – the brainchild of Lillian A. Ser, Esq., founder of Ser & Associates.
Lillian’s Personal Connection To Alzheimer’s
As I prepare to participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s this month, I’d like to share with you the “why”.
Hire An Attorney To Avoid Legal Trouble, Not Just To Rescue You From It
As a small business owner, there are many legal intricacies that can throw you for a loop. It’s easy to get taken advantage of by partners you thought were friends, landlords, or competitors who claim to own your name.
Protect Yourself: Establish A Corporate Entity
There is a fine line between being the owner and being the “business”. The difference between them can be blurry. It is important for small business owners to decipher between the two.
Coral Gables Magazine Names Lillian A. Ser, Esq. A Top Attorney
Check out the profile, featured in a recent issue as one of the “Top Attorneys in Coral Gables.” Lillian told the mag, “My business owners…inspire and motivate me to do better in my own business.”
Ser & Associates Celebrates A Decade Of Business!
In the summer of 2009, like so many others, the Great Recession hit me hard. I was the victim of a lay off from a real estate development firm, where I was in-house counsel…
Litigation: The Endgame
I watched the newest Marvel installment of Avengers: Endgame with my 13-year-old son who insisted that I re-watch the Avengers: Infinity Wars, which immediately preceded Endgame. As it turns out, the Avengers success in Endgame was a product of a well thought out and perfectly executed plan…
Government Contracting is Big Business. Are You Cashing In?
The U.S. Federal Government is the largest consumer of goods and services, but only a staggering 5% of businesses are doing business with the U.S. Government. Government agencies at the local, state, and federal level purchase supplies that include furniture, office...