by ScolieriLaw | Nov 16, 2012 | Business Articles, Corporate Law
In our last two articles, we discussed some facets of perfecting security interests under UCC Article 9. One part of a financing statement that cannot be neglected is the debtor’s name. While it may seem like an obvious area of caution, a debtor’s name must be...
by ScolieriLaw | Nov 12, 2012 | Business Articles, Corporate Law
Businesses that sell personal property and do any amount of financing of those products should be familiar with preparing and filing financing statements to perfect their security interests. UCC Article 9 governs security interests, including purchase money security...
by ScolieriLaw | Nov 8, 2012 | Business Articles, Corporate Law
Whether a business needs to obtain a license to do business in Pennsylvania as a foreign business corporation depends on the definition of ‘doing business.’ Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law is silent on what “doing business” means in Pennsylvania,...
by ScolieriLaw | Nov 6, 2012 | Business Articles, Corporate Law
Businesses incorporated in Pennsylvania must abide by the Pennsylvania Business Corporations Law (BCL). The BCL sets out certain business activities that may not be carried out lawfully without shareholder consent. The general rule is that a corporation may require...
by ScolieriLaw | Nov 2, 2012 | Business Articles, Corporate Law
Starting a business can be a rewarding endeavor, but doing so requires careful planning and decision-making. One of the most important items on a prospective entrepreneur’s to-do list should be tax planning, both personally and for the future business. Correct tax...
by ScolieriLaw | Oct 31, 2012 | Business Articles, Corporate Law
In recent articles, we’ve highlighted some important factors to consider when starting your new business. In this article, we will discuss Pennsylvania sales tax basics to help you get started in the right direction. The very first thing to consider is whether you...