The honeybee, though a tiny creature, is a vital partner to humans in ways many of us don’t see. They’re important to pollination of our food systems, and the honey they produce can be used in traditional health remedies to support us in times of illness. Honeybees are also something of a model for a healthy business, showing us what efficiency, productivity and dedication lo...

As startups move beyond formation and begin to scale, the nature of legal risk changes. The foundational decisions addressed in Part 1 remain critical, but growth introduces new layers of exposure — particularly in regulatory compliance, employment practices, and capital raising.

These risks often emerge gradually. A new hire, a new customer in another state, or a new ...

Starting a business is exciting. It is also inherently risky.

But in my experience advising founders, most serious legal problems are not caused by bad ideas. They result from preventable legal mistakes made at the outset.

This three-part series examines the most consequential legal pitfalls facing startup companies — and how to avoid them.

In this instal...

Calvin Gower describes himself as “Portland born and raised,” a fact that has influenced his education, work and personal interests. After earning a degree at Portland State University, Gower launched his career in advertising and marketing. One of his early roles was at a human...