Law

By Deonta Woods What Every College Athlete Needs to Know Before Signing Anything You finally did it. Your first Name, Image, and Likeness deal lands in your inbox.The brand is legitimate. The money looks strong. Then you see one word that feels harmless. Exclusivity. That single word can quietly dictate how you monetize your brand…

By Deonta Woods For more than a century, the formula for Coca-Cola has been one of the most famous and fiercely guarded trade secrets in the world. Since 1886, the company has relied on secrecy rather than patents to protect its iconic formula. That secrecy was put to the test on January 8, 2026, when…

By Deonta Woods You’ve created something valuable, whether it is a product, a process, or a formula that sets your business apart. The next big question is not what it does, but how you protect it. For many innovators and founders, that decision comes down to two primary forms of intellectual property protection, patents and…

By Deonta Woods Licensing a trademark may seem straightforward, but without the right protections in place, you could unintentionally put your trademark at risk. One of the most common and serious mistakes is known as naked licensing. If you’re not careful, it can result in the cancellation of your trademark rights entirely. What Is Naked…

For international business owners and investors in 2025, no word has caused as much headache as the word “tariffs.” The concept of both raising money and protecting local industry by taxing imports is not new. In Ancient Greece, the Athenian port of Piraeus imposed duties on goods entering Athens. Most economists believe that while over time, the rising costs attributed to tariffs shifts to consumers with little…

The Small Business Investment Act of 2025 makes sweeping changes to Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS). Effective July 5, 2025, these reforms are designed to make QSBS even more attractive for employees, founders, and early investors. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s changed and why it matters. What is QSBS? QSBS has been on the…

****UPDATE 3/21/25**** The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued an interim final rule announcing a significant update to the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act. According to the update, U.S. entities—including domestic corporations, limited liability companies, and other similar entities—and U.S. persons are no longer required to file BOI reports.…

Expanding your business into the USA can be an exciting opportunity but comes with challenges. For international companies, especially those from India, it’s crucial to understand the complexities of the American market to ensure a successful venture. At Bagchi Group, we offer a specialized USA Market Discovery service designed to provide comprehensive insights and strategic analysis. Here are the top six items you should consider before making your move: