Articles about Entrepreneurship
Practical legal information for entrepreneurs. Read what to look out for, which steps are sensible, and when legal advice is necessary.
Ransomware: a growing cyber threat
Entrepreneurship
February 15, 2024
Ransomware is hostage software that encrypts your files or systems, after which criminals demand a ransom — usually in cryptocurrency. In addition to direct damage, an attack can have legal consequences: you may face contractual...
Dealing with guest authors and guest bloggers
Entrepreneurship
February 13, 2024
Never publish a guest blog without careful consideration: the added value usually lies with the contributor, while the risks lie with you as the publisher. Request compensation, formalize the agreements in a guest blogging agreement, and arrange...
Discover the magic of a pop-up store
Entrepreneurship
January 25, 2024
You successfully open a pop-up store by arranging four things properly: a suitable location with the right zoning, the necessary permits, a watertight temporary lease, and local regulations...
Tip: rent out goods that are not being used
Entrepreneurship
December 27, 2023
You can rent out goods you do not use all year round to monetize them without selling them — but protect your investment with a proper rental agreement...
Returning products and mandatory refund
Entrepreneurship
December 19, 2023
If a consumer revokes a purchase made online or in-store, you must refund the full purchase amount, including the outbound shipping costs — but the costs and risk of the...
General Terms and Conditions for consumers and businesses
Entrepreneurship
November 30, 2023
If you sell to both consumers (B2C) and businesses (B2B), you need two sets of general terms and conditions: consumers are much better protected by law, meaning that some provisions directed at businesses may...
Have cancellation terms drawn up
Entrepreneurship
November 14, 2023
Cancellation policies stipulate the conditions under which a customer may cancel and what the (financial) consequences of doing so are. They protect you against arbitrary cancellations and provide clarity to both parties — but...
Freelancing: freedom, but not always happiness
Entrepreneurship
September 4, 2023
Freelancing offers freedom and opportunities, but it also comes with responsibilities and risks: you must view yourself as a business, manage your administration and taxes, and protect yourself with good contracts...
5 reasons why acquiring a business is particularly interesting
Entrepreneurship
June 26, 2023
Acquiring an existing business is often less risky than starting from scratch: you immediately benefit from an established reputation, a proven business model, stable cash flow, experienced staff, and opportunities for...
Dropshipping for entrepreneurs: the legal do's and don'ts
Entrepreneurship
June 15, 2023
With dropshipping, you sell products that you do not keep in stock yourself: the supplier ships directly to your customer. It is a legal and efficient model, but you remain as...