{"id":3599,"date":"2025-10-04T07:54:33","date_gmt":"2025-10-04T07:54:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/intervenorlegal.com\/?p=3599"},"modified":"2025-10-04T07:56:26","modified_gmt":"2025-10-04T07:56:26","slug":"top-10-legal-mistakes-small-business-owners-make","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/intervenorlegal.com\/index.php\/2025\/10\/04\/top-10-legal-mistakes-small-business-owners-make\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Legal Mistakes Small Business Owners Make and How to Avoid Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"3599\" class=\"elementor elementor-3599\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-61e128e40 elementor-section-height-full elementor-section-content-middle elementor-section-full_width elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-items-middle tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"61e128e40\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-background-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-no\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-2f406d6a\" data-id=\"2f406d6a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-14628484 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"14628484\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-3b0d7167\" data-id=\"3b0d7167\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38e514b6 tmpcoder-fancy-text-clip tmpcoder-advanced-text-style-animated tmpcoder-animated-text-infinite-yes elementor-widget elementor-widget-tmpcoder-advanced-text\" data-id=\"38e514b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;anim_loop&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"tmpcoder-advanced-text.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<h1 class=\"tmpcoder-advanced-text\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"tmpcoder-advanced-text-preffix\">Top 10 Legal Mistakes Small Business Owners Make and How to Avoid Them<\/span>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<span class=\"tmpcoder-anim-text tmpcoder-anim-text-type-clip\" data-anim-duration=\"1200,2000\" data-anim-loop=\"yes\">\t\t\t<span class=\"tmpcoder-anim-text-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"tmpcoder-anim-text-cursor\">|<\/span>\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8079176 e-flex e-con-boxed tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"8079176\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-77a3147 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"77a3147\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.18.0 - 20-12-2023 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running a business is exciting, but it also comes with risks that many entrepreneurs don\u2019t see coming. The <\/span><span style=\"color: #cba557;\"><a style=\"color: #cba557;\" href=\"https:\/\/intervenorlegal.com\/\"><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often stem from oversight, lack of preparation, or simply being too focused on growth to think about compliance. Unfortunately, these errors can cost thousands in penalties, lawsuits, or lost opportunities. From contracts and intellectual property to taxes and employee rights, knowing how to avoid common legal pitfalls can save a small business from serious headaches.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will explore the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make and how to avoid them<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, offering practical advice to protect your venture and give you the confidence to operate safely in today\u2019s competitive market.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e067b53 e-flex e-con-boxed tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e067b53\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c2c69cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"c2c69cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.18.0 - 20-12-2023 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Top 10 Legal Mistakes Small Business Owners Make\n<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec9486f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ec9486f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When starting or running a business, legal issues might feel like background noise. Yet, ignoring them can lead to financial disaster. Let\u2019s break down the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the smart steps to prevent them.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1fd93a e-flex e-con-boxed tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"a1fd93a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-92f52e0 e-con-full e-flex tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"92f52e0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;full&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-702e88c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"702e88c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Failing to Choose the Right Business Structure\n<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b10085 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8b10085\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is setting up their business under the wrong structure. Many entrepreneurs default to sole proprietorship because it\u2019s simple, but this exposes personal assets to liability.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing between an LLC, corporation, or partnership matters because it affects taxes, ownership, and liability protection. To avoid this mistake, consult a business attorney or tax professional before filing paperwork. A little planning upfront can protect you in the long run.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3463a83 e-flex e-con-boxed tmpcoder-jarallax-no tmpcoder-parallax-no tmpcoder-particle-no tmpcoder-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3463a83\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;content_width&quot;:&quot;boxed&quot;}\" data-core-v316-plus=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-336e6f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"336e6f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Not Protecting Intellectual Property<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2fd6b6b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2fd6b6b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another of the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is failing to secure intellectual property rights. Logos, brand names, inventions, or even unique content can be stolen if not legally protected.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Trademarks, copyrights, and patents safeguard your business identity and assets. Without them, competitors may copy your work, leaving you powerless. The solution? Register your intellectual property early and monitor for potential infringements.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7099aec elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7099aec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Ignoring Written Contracts<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-22d2ad9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"22d2ad9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verbal agreements may seem convenient, but they often lead to disputes. This ranks high among the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Contracts with clients, vendors, and partners provide clarity and legal backing if something goes wrong.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of handshake deals, use written contracts that spell out terms, payment structures, and dispute resolution methods. A contract drafted or reviewed by an attorney is always a wise investment.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-04bb4cc elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"04bb4cc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Mixing Personal and Business Finances<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed413d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ed413d9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurring the line between business and personal money is one of the most common in the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Doing so not only complicates taxes but can also weaken liability protection.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open a dedicated business bank account, keep receipts organized, and never use personal credit cards for business purchases. This simple step keeps your finances clean and shields your personal assets if legal trouble arises.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-160aa40 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"160aa40\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Failing to Comply with Employment Laws<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-817520c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"817520c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hiring employees without understanding labor laws is another of the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Wage disputes, overtime violations, or workplace discrimination claims can bring lawsuits.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, learn state and federal labor laws, create clear employee handbooks, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Consulting an HR lawyer can also prevent future problems.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4517f33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4517f33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Overlooking Tax Obligations<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c811544 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c811544\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forgetting taxes is a financial nightmare and another one of the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Whether it\u2019s sales tax, payroll tax, or corporate tax, non-compliance leads to fines and audits.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stay proactive by working with an accountant, setting aside funds for taxes, and filing on time. Using accounting software helps track obligations and keeps you compliant with IRS and state requirements.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff8bbef elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ff8bbef\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Not Having Insurance Coverage<\/h3>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d21848 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2d21848\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skipping insurance is one of the riskiest in the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Unexpected accidents, property damage, or lawsuits can wipe out savings.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General liability, professional liability, and workers\u2019 compensation insurance are essential for most businesses. Always assess your risks and choose policies that provide sufficient protection.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Failing to Understand Licensing and Permits<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating without proper licenses and permits ranks high in the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Cities and states impose strict requirements for certain industries.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research local, state, and federal regulations to ensure your business is properly licensed. Without this, you risk heavy fines, shutdowns, or reputational damage.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Not Planning for Succession<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business owners rarely think about what happens if they step away, but ignoring succession planning is among the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Without a plan, disputes between partners or heirs can cripple operations.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A solid succession plan ensures smooth ownership transitions and protects business continuity. Draft this with legal and financial professionals to secure your legacy.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Neglecting Data Privacy and Security<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s digital age, failing to protect customer data is one of the newest additions to the <\/span><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Cybersecurity breaches can lead to lawsuits, lost trust, and regulatory penalties.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To avoid this, comply with data protection laws, use secure payment systems, and implement cybersecurity policies. Customers value businesses that safeguard their personal information.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c996e5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0c996e5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Conclusion<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c813cad elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c813cad\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"color: #cba557;\"><a style=\"color: #cba557;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thehartford.com\/business-insurance\/strategy\/small-business-mistakes\/common-mistakes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>Top 10 legal mistakes small business owners make<\/b><\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can sink even the most promising ventures. From poor financial practices to overlooked contracts and compliance issues, these pitfalls are avoidable with the right strategies. Seeking professional guidance, staying proactive about compliance, and protecting your intellectual and financial assets can help ensure long-term success. 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written contracts?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-1292\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-1292\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, written contracts protect both parties, minimize disputes, and provide enforceable agreements.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-1293\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-1293\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-angle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 256 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M224.3 273l-136 136c-9.4 9.4-24.6 9.4-33.9 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