December 22, 2025 | By John W. Ament, Esq.
Before you sign a commercial lease in Pennsylvania, negotiate these 7 clauses — CAM charges, personal guaranty, renewal options, assignment, and more. A checklist from a PA business attorney.
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March 2, 2026 | By John W. Ament, Esq.
From mandatory annual reports to Corporate Transparency Act filings, Pennsylvania business law has seen significant changes. Here's what every small business owner needs to know.
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March 30, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
Does Pennsylvania require an LLC operating agreement? No — but without one, PA's default statutory rules govern your business. Here's what a proper PA LLC operating agreement should include.
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May 11, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
A buy-sell agreement protects PA business owners when a partner dies, becomes disabled, or wants out. Learn about triggers, valuation, and funding strategies.
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May 25, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
Misclassifying workers in Pennsylvania can trigger back taxes, penalties, and lawsuits. Learn about PA's ABC test, IRS factors, and how to classify correctly.
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June 6, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
Learn the step-by-step process for dissolving a Pennsylvania LLC, from member votes to tax clearance and final filings with the Department of State.
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June 20, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
Most Western PA family businesses have no succession plan. Learn how to protect your company with key person planning, valuations, buyout funding, and transition timelines.
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June 22, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
Choosing between an LLC and an S-Corp in PA affects your taxes, liability, and flexibility. Learn the key differences and when each structure makes sense.
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July 8, 2026 | By John W. Ament, Esq.
Yes — AI and online templates are useful tools for a Pennsylvania business, but not for the final contract. Here's where they help, where they hurt, and the smart way to use them with an attorney.
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July 13, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
PA courts enforce non-competes, but only if they are reasonable in scope, duration, and geography. Learn the rules and recent trends employers and employees need to know.
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August 6, 2026 | By W. Robert Ament, Esq.
Online LLC formation starts at $0 — then come the add-ons: $249/yr registered-agent service, $79 for a free EIN, upsell packages, auto-renewing subscriptions. A PA business attorney breaks down what Pennsylvania actually requires.
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