Take a look at the United States Patent and Trademark office’s website specifically devoted to small business http://www.uspto.gov/smallbusiness/

The site features explanations, links, and pdf guides addressing may intellectual property issues concerning small business.

Daniel H. Erskine, Esq., an international attorney, practices in New York and Connecticut focusing on international law, civil litigation, appeals, and small business transactions. www.ctsmallbusinessattorney.com