If your startup began life as an LLC, you’re not alone. A lot of founders are told that starting as an LLC is “easier” or “cheaper.” That might be true on paper, but if you’re planning to raise venture capital
Ogden Glazer + Schaefer
Ogden Glazer + Schaefer is a law firm with a strong presence in Wisconsin and licensed to practice in Illinois and Minnesota. The firm focuses on providing legal services to businesses, particularly startups and growing companies. Their practice areas include intellectual property, food and beverage compliance and regulation, and real estate. The firm publishes blog content that addresses practical legal issues affecting businesses, such as regulatory compliance, employment law topics like paid leave, intellectual property protection, and industry-specific challenges. Their communications aim to clarify complex legal concepts and support business clients in navigating evolving legal landscapes.
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The Null Hypothesis
By Erin Ogden
You’ve probably heard the steps in the “Scientific Method.” There are lots of versions of it, but it boils down to this:
- Make an observation or two
- Form a hypothesis based on the observations
- Experiment to test the hypothesis
- Accept
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Choosing Between Artists and the Algorithm
I’ve been thinking about the clash between generative AI and copyright law, particularly in light of OpenAI’s claim that restricting access to copyrighted material could end the AI race altogether.
It’s a provocative statement. But it’s also a false…
The Corporate Transparency Act is Here (Not Really). Now It’s Off (Mostly)?
By Sam Kavalier
After a 4-week hiatus, I am back again with what are likely to be the final updates on the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for a while (famous last words). For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to…
Ownership Changes & Change of Control: Report to TTB Within 30 Days
If you’ve followed me on LinkedIn, you’ve probably seen me mention this before—but it’s worth repeating. Ownership changes can trigger serious reporting obligations with the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), and missing a deadline here can cause…
If In Doubt, Ask
By Erin Ogden
We are seeing more and more scams related to trademarks. They are getting increasingly sophisticated. Please, please, please do not pay for anything over the phone. The USPTO never asks for money over the phone. The website is www.uspto.gov. It…
OGS Blog: The Shape of Our Work
Good form allows movement to be powerful and efficient. But form is just a shape, and the shape we take depends on what we need to do.
I think about this when I train. A lifter grips the bar with…
The Corporate Transparency Act is Here (Mostly). Now It’s Back On (For Now)?
By Sam Kavalier
After a 4-week hiatus (they keep getting shorter apparently), I am back again with more updates about the Corporate Transparency Act’s (CTA) journey through federal court. For those of you tuning back in, this post relates to our firm’s series…
Diversity is the Antidote for Competition
By Erin Ogden
Long before I was a trademark nerd, I was a biology geek with the science degrees to prove it. Yes, I have read Darwin’s The Origin of Species – in my own free time at that. I also recently read…
Build stress reduction into your routine
As a senior in high school, I must make a lot of decisions for the next steps in my life. The questions people always have for me these days are; “How is senior year going?” “Do you know what you…