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Three Contract Clauses That Quietly Cost You the Most Money
Most contracts cost you money in three predictable places: auto-renewal terms, one-way indemnification, and governing-law clauses tucked into the back pages. None of them are sneaky. They get glossed over because a typical vendor agreement is 14 pages long and the cost of a clause that fires once a year does not feel real until the year has passed. Here is the 90-second triage that catches the three clauses most likely to turn a routine contract into a five-figure problem.
5 Legal Documents Every Small Business Owner Should Have
The five legal documents that prevent the most small-business problems: an operating agreement, a standard NDA, an independent contractor or employment agreement, a privacy policy + terms of service, and a buy-sell agreement.
How Much Does a Business Attorney Cost in 2026?
Most U.S. business attorneys charge $200 to $500 per hour, with a 2026 national median of about $325. Routine flat-fee work runs $300 to $1,500; ongoing retainers $500 to $2,500 per month.
LLC vs. Sole Proprietorship: Which Should a Small Business Owner Choose?
An LLC protects your personal assets from business debts and lawsuits; a sole proprietorship does not. For most small businesses, the LLC is the right call from day one.