How to Hire an Attorney
Hiring a good lawyer is crucial to any successful business. Here's everything you need to know about finding, interviewing and hiring the very best.
Insuring your business
Think your home insurance covers your new business? Think again, and then read on to find out how to protect your venture.
Exit Strategies for Your Business
If you're thinking ahead to the day when you'll no longer run your business, think about these five exit strategies now so you'll be prepared for your future.
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Do the Right Thing
Business ethics aren't the same everywhere, so stay on the right side of the law.
Deadly Legal Mistakes
When raising early-stage investment capital, avoid these errors that could lead to the death of your company.
Taking Out a Reverse Mortgage
For senior citizen entrepreneurs that own a home, a reverse mortgage could provide the financing you need during difficult times. But beware.
Guidelines on Overtime, Holiday Pay and Paid Days Off
When overtime is the norm for your employees, how do you determine what to pay for holidays and paid time off?
New Discrimination Guidelines
Make sure you're current on the new EEOC guidelines prohibiting discrimination against workers with caregiver responsibilities.
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Do You Know Where Your Contracts Are?Contract management software can prevent violations, improve accessibility and save both time and money.
A Fight or Flight ReactionFrivolous litigation is a fear that strikes the heart of every business owner. Here's what you can do about it.
Law and Potential DisorderFind out how the latest slew of legislation could affect your business in 2008.
Estate Planning for an Owner-Dependent BusinessIt's never too early to start planning for what will happen to your business when you're gone.
Protecting Your Brand with TrademarksKeep your brand's integrity intact by getting a trademark for your business' logo, name, tag line and more.
E-Evidence New rules govern your company’s electronic files.
Common Small-Business ScamsProtect your business by getting familiar with some of the more creative scams entrepreneurs are falling prey to these days.
Could You Be Sued for Libel?Know what you can and can’t say on your company’s blog.
Taking Up the Issue of Suggested Retail PricesA case going to the Supreme Court will determine whether manufacturers will be able to set minimum prices for retailers.
Creating a No-Spouse RuleCan you keep spouses from working together?
Standing Strong Against Business ShakedownsMany small businesses fall prey to unscrupulous lawsuits. Don’t let yours be one of them.
The Supreme Court Gets Back to BusinessTake a look at 4 cases on the Supreme Court’s 2006-2007 docket that’ll affect small business--no matter what the Court decides.