New Central Virginia Regional Sales and Use Tax Now in Effect
October 07, 2020

The new 0.7% regional retail sales and use tax went into effect last week on October 1, 2020. This new tax applies throughout Central Virginia (including the city of Richmond, Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover (including the town…

How to Correct Mistakes on a Filed IRS Form SS-4 (EIN Application)
October 05, 2020

The Problem You are trying to successfully navigate the many challenges of small business ownership and one day you discover, much to your dismay, that incorrect information was inadvertently reported on Form SS-4 to the IRS (or perhaps the…

Do You Want to Franchise Your Business?
September 14, 2020

For companies launching a new franchise system, Perkins Law can provide cost-effective legal assistance: Preparing necessary documents for the offering and sale of franchises Drafting Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs), franchise…

A Few Thoughts on Small Business Contracts
September 11, 2020

Small business owners negotiate on a daily—if not hourly—basis concerning a wide variety of matters.  Most of these negotiations take place quickly and informally, but some business transactions and relationships are important enough to…

September Nonprofit Spotlight
September 01, 2020

Perkins Law Recognizes National Franchise Appreciation Day
August 31, 2020

“The objective of F.A.D is to create awareness to increase customers knowledge of the importance of using social media networks and location-based services to connect with, and continue to support local franchises. Customers will receive discounts…

Perkins Named to “The Best Lawyers in America” List for 11th Year in a Row
August 25, 2020

RVA small business and franchise attorney Eric Perkins has been selected by peers in the legal community to be included in the 27th edition of The Best Lawyers in America for his work in franchise law for the 11th year in a row. With over 20…

New Central Virginia Regional Sales and Use Tax Going into Effect October 1, 2020
August 19, 2020

A new .7% regional retail sales and use tax will be imposed in Central Virginia (including the city of Richmond, Charles City, Chesterfield, Goochland, Hanover (including the town of Ashland), Henrico, New Kent, and Powhatan counties. This…

EMERGENCY COVID-19 WORKPLACE REGULATIONS NOW IN EFFECT FOR VIRGINIA BUSINESSES
August 18, 2020

Last month, Virginia became the first state to approve binding regulations related to COVID-19 workplace safety. The regulations impose extensive requirements on Virginia businesses that have at least one employee (a term which itself is broadly…