Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Microsoft, Open AI Sued for Copyright Infringement
Artificial intelligence has been gaining traction in recent years. Technology companies are using a variety of materials to train chatbots and apps such as ChatGPT to become more human-like. As you can imagine, this is bringing about legal concerns. Training these apps and chatbots involves the use of copyrighted articles and already published stories…. Read More »
Alumni Band to Pay Earth Wind & Fire $750,000 for Copyright Infringement
Many popular bands and singers have tribute bands. These bands are known for playing the music of a well-known artist, drawing fans who desire to see their favorite music played live in concert. However, there is often a fine line between acting as a tribute band and illegally infringing on the band’s work. This… Read More »
Retirement Plans for Sole Proprietors
Sole proprietors have a lot to worry about. Owning your own business can be fun and freeing, but also complex. You need to constantly be worrying about money. Do you have enough? Even when you retire, the money problems don’t end there. Now you need to worry about consistent income. Even if you get… Read More »
Types of Business Contracts You Should Know About
Running a business can be exciting for those who enjoy a fast-paced, always-changing environment. But what many people fail to realize is that there’s a lot of administrative duties involved, such as paperwork. Businesses are built on the foundation of contracts, whether they are for clients, vendors, or employees. Contracts protect the rights of… Read More »
What to Ask Yourself Before Selling Your Business
Starting a new business can be an exciting venture, but there will likely come a time where you’ll need to cut ties. Maybe you are forced to sell because you cannot run the business anymore. Perhaps the business isn’t doing too well and you want to get out before things get even worse. Or… Read More »
Fashion Company Shein Accused of Copyright Infringement
When it comes to fashion, companies want to know what’s trendy. They may do research about what types of clothes people are buying and wearing. Some companies may even engage in copyright infringement in order to find out the latest fashions. This is what fashion company Shein has been accused of doing. The e-commerce… Read More »
Brick and Mortar Franchises Focusing on Store Experience While Balancing Online Sales
Brick and Mortar Franchises Focusing on Store Experience While Balancing Online Sales As a business owner, you have likely tried to grow your business in a number of ways. It’s not always easy to understand what will work. There are so many marketing tricks and strategies nowadays, but each business is different. What works… Read More »
Increase in Real Estate Developments in Orlando
With inflation climbing, people are relocating in search of cheaper locations that meet their needs. No income tax? Nice weather? Many people are flocking to Florida for reasons, and it’s not just retirees. People of all ages, including millennials, are moving to one city in particular: Orlando. Between July 2021 and July 2022, close… Read More »
Using AI for Your Business Startup
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a trend in the past few years. This technology enables computers and digital devices to learn, read, write, and create things. If you have a general idea of how to use AI, you can use it to enhance your business. Many entrepreneurs are using AI to build and grow… Read More »
Why Construction Contracts Are Essential
Anytime you plan to do business with someone, you should have one thing in place: a solid contract. Contracts may seem like mindless busywork for some people, but these pieces of paper are legal documents that can help you when things go wrong. Contracts are especially useful in the construction industry, where multiple parties… Read More »