Legal Guide

Any business can be a victim of fraud and financial scams. It is an ever-present menace that can bring harm to your monetary interests and reputation. Fraudsters employ intelligent and continually evolving strategies. The most effective defense is to be proactive. You must have a clear strategy to defend your company. Legal Advice BD is […]

Any business in Bangladesh requires a trade license. It is a license issued by your municipal or local city corporation. This license will enable you to run your business in that region with legal authorization. You require it to open a bank account and other permits. Your local government office deals with the process. You

Advocate and lawyer are two terms that are used interchangeably in Bangladesh. Nonetheless, they do not mean the same thing. Any person who has studied law is a lawyer. A lawyer who can practice in the court is referred to as an advocate.  It is worth getting acquainted with the distinction when one is addressing

Environmental law sets boundaries for corporations. It establishes regulations on the control of pollution, management of waste and utilization of resources. Business enterprises are now obliged to adhere to strict environmental friendly standards.  Such legislation is advancing companies toward sustainable practices. They minimize the destruction of nature and communities. The breach of these rules is

Decades have passed, and Bangladesh has made some progress on women’s rights; however, social norms based on gender, gender based discrimination, and difficulties in getting justice remain important issues. Public Interest Litigation: An important weapon in still fight for women’s empowerment PIL allows anyone to approach the courts for violations of the rights of marginalized communities, such as

Corruption is a significant problem that affects businesses across size in Bangladesh. When it comes to bribery, fraudulent activities, embezzlement and favouritism, corruption can cripple your company’s image, finances and future. A business owner, it is important to be proactive in protecting your business from unethical activities. In this article, we will analyse some practical solutions for keeping

Land ownership in Bangladesh is not complete without proper mutation (Namjari). Mutation is the official process of updating land ownership records in government records after a transfer of ownership through inheritance, purchase, or gift. Without mutation, a landowner cannot claim full legal rights, sell the property, or pay land development tax. If you’re planning to

Trademar A trademark is a crucial asset of your business, granting you exclusive rights to your branding. It protects you from others who may be tempted to use confusingly similar names, logos or symbols. Trademarks are governed by the Trademarks Act, 2009 in Bangladesh and the entire process is carried out through the Department of Patents, Designs

Establishing a business in Bangladesh is an adventure, but like any other, it can have its fair share of legal pitfalls that many entrepreneurs simply ignore. Preventing these normal legal mishaps is key to your future success. In this post, we will discuss the 8 most common legal mistakes your startup in Bangladesh should avoid to stay

Electronic commerce is becoming popular all around the world, and new opportunities are emerging for Bangladeshi businessmen/entrepreneurs to market their products or services in global markets. Yet with opportunity comes complexity, especially in legal agreements. Cross-border e-commerce means trading products across borders between businesses and consumers in different countries, which in turn entails manoeuvring between multiple legal frameworks.

Setting up a business is exciting, and without a legal foundation, it can sink. This holds especially true in a fast-growing startup environment in Bangladesh, where many founders make gigantic errors on agreements and contracts. Such mistakes could destroy partnerships, lead to investor disputes, revenue loss, or even lawsuits. Whether your startup is a tech

In this competitive world, ideas are often your most valuable assets. A unique brand logo, a product design, or a catchy slogan: distinctive creations embody your business. If not appropriately protected, whoever wishes can copy and use and monetize your intellectual work. You need to protect your Intellectual Property (IP) for a successful work or