Jane Haskins

Jane Haskins, Esq.

Jane has written hundreds of articles aimed at educating the public about the legal system, especially the legal aspects of starting and running a small business. She has more than 20 years of experience as a practicing attorney, focusing on helping small business owners with startup and contract issues. View her work on LinkedIn.

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How much is an LLC? The cost of forming an LLC in Texas

Texas charges a fee to set up an LLC, but that's not the only cost you might have. From registered agent fees and name registrations to franchise…

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How Do I Change an Existing Partnership to an LLC?

In many cases, converting a partnership to an LLC is a simple procedure. Find out how to switch your partnership to an LLC and why an LLC might be a…

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How to Reactivate a Dissolved LLC

Your corporation or LLC can elect S corp taxation by filing a single form with the IRS—and filing the appropriate annual tax return.

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7 questions to get your estate plan started

Getting started on an estate plan isn't as hard as you might think. Just answer these seven questions and you'll have made the major decisions you…

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7 easy steps to start the business you've been dreaming of

Are you thinking of starting a business but not sure where to begin? These seven steps that will help put your new business on a firm legal and…

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How to be prepared for a disaster/emergency situation and what to do afterward

No business owner wants to survive a disaster, but smart planning and dedication to good preparation can keep you in business and it might lead to…

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How small businesses can be compliant with the GDPR

If your company operates in Europe, you must comply with the European Union's Global Data Protection Regulation. This primer shows how.

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Employee communication: How does your business stack up?

A safe workplace free of sexual harassment requires, above all, trust. Many companies fail at this. See how your company stacks up against others.

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Protect your brand like a celebrity

Celebrities work hard to build and maintain a valuable brand. Here are four celebrity brand protection strategies you can use in your own business.

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Trademarks, publicity, and the presidency

Can U.S. presidents protect their names and faces with trademarks? And, on the flip side, is it OK to use the president's name or image on a product…

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