This event will be offered virtually. Registrants will receive the link and information prior to the event.
Join this dynamic program presented by the Pitt SBDC and master the essentials of contract law, from crafting enforceable agreements to navigating business leases and employee contracts. Empower your small business or startup with the knowledge to secure your interests and avoid common pitfalls in contracts for products, services, and employment. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your business acumen!
Join attorney Jason Kelley of Maiello Brungo & Maiello on February 27th as he discusses contracts. Brandon will cover the specific laws surrounding contract construction and enforceability and the key provisions common contracts small business owners encounter . The presentation discusses three of the most common types of contracts a new business owner will encounter: (1) a business lease; (2) contracts for products and services; and (3) employee contracts. Attendees will learn about the standard provisions contained in a business lease and how to avoid common pitfalls new business owners face when entering a business lease, the key information to include in their contracts for products and services, and how to protect their business interest with their employee contracts. As a part of the employee contract presentation, attendees will be provided with an overview of how to determine if an individual is an employee or if they qualify as an independent contractor.
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