A distributor agreement is a commercial contract between a supplier of goods and a distributor of goods. The supplier may be a manufacturer, or it may be a reseller of the products. In the modern business world, more and more companies are involved in distribution arrangements that cross international boundaries. According to data provided by The World Bank, international...
For anyone who is currently living in the U.S. and is looking to invest in or start a business or anyone who currently lives abroad and is considering investing in or opening a business in the US, it is important to learn more about how employment contracts work in this country. While different employment contracts can vary considerably depending...
For anyone outside the US who is considering doing business in America, the first step is learning more about how to start a company. Starting a business in the USA as a foreigner is challenging. There are many complex laws that apply. Here is an overview of how to open a company in the US. 1. Choose Your Business...
Unlike real or physical property, intellectual property (IP) refers to a class of intangible rights in the implementation of specific ideas and concepts. Because of its intangible nature, IP often requires protection in multiple countries with different laws. International intellectual property law therefore represents an attempt to develop certain common standards for protecting the rights of creators and other...
Not without my Daughter! Entering the U.S. market can have many forms. One option is maybe selling goods or services directly from your home country to U.S. customers. Additionally, you could have a representative office in the U.S. which paves the way for your market entry. Another option could be to go through a local agent or distributor or...
We may live in a global economy, but businesses are still required to follow certain national and local laws. This can make cross-border deals quite complicated. For example, if a U.S. company decides to form a subsidiary in Germany, what are the legal and tax implications for both businesses? This is where working with an international business attorney who...