I loved this episode of Ag Law Today featuring Beth Rumley with the National Agriculture Law Center. Hear us speak about livestock animal confinement laws here. Please subscribe on YouTube so you never miss a beat!
Show Me the Money – How to Open a Business Account
New business owners often wonder which action items to prioritize when launching a new venture. If you recently started or are about to start a business, one of the most important steps you should take is to open a business bank account that is separate from your personal account. Opening a separate account will lay the foundation for more effective …
3 Minute Survey on Farm Estate Planning
I am working on a video series on farm estate, business and succession planning. I would like to get a better feel for what is actually happening in this arena in agriculture. I have a quick 26 question survey on the topic and it would mean a lot to me if you would take a few minutes to answer these …
So You Wanna Be An Ag Lawyer? Questions for Cari Rincker
I was recently asked the following questions from a high school student. Here are my responses: What do you wish you would have known prior to pursuing college and a career in this field? One of my biggest regrets educationally is not pursuing a foreign language. I had an opportunity to stay an extra year at Texas A & M University …
Hear Cari Rincker Talk About Her Path from Farm Girl to Food, Farm and Family Lawyer
I am very proud to have presented to the American Center Moscow about my path as an entrepreneur. You can learn more about my life story and road from a farm girl to farm lawyer here. There were some questions at the end of the presentation that I answered including my Top 5 Tips for Success. I also posted my …
Ask Stephanie: What Trademark Issues Apply to Livestock Photographers?
The U.S. Trademark office states that a trademark is “a word, name, symbol, device, or any combination, use or intended to be used to identify and distinguish the good/services of one seller or provider from those of others, and to indicate the source of the goods/services.” Trademarks may either be on a mark or image. In order for something to …
4 Reasons to Consider Changing Your Business Structure
As your small business expands and evolves, it may make sense to consider changing its structure. Many small businesses start out as sole proprietorships or partnerships, with only one or two owners and no employees. Over time, as your business grows and changes, a more complex business structure may become beneficial. There are several key considerations in deciding whether a …