FTC Aims to Uproot DeceptionThe new social media policy makes transparency paramount.
Patent LegaleseFind the right person to protect your idea.
Security Breach?New laws could change how you handle customer info.
The New Junk Fax Law: An Overview Find out how the new law changes the way you're able to fax information to customers.
Beware of These Business ScamsOur legal expert shares two new--and ingenious--scams every business owner should know about.
If It Ain't Broke . . .Don't even try to fix prices with competitors.
Prepaid Legal ServicesHave an attorney at your disposal--and save on legal expenses--with prepaid legal services.
The Name GameYou can shield your trade name from being ripped off by a larger company--if it's distinctive enough.
Just Zip ItA confidentiality agreement can give you the upper hand.
In Hot Water?Take a closer look at your marketing materials, or you may get burned.
Illicit Affairs?If you do business overseas, be certain your "administrative fees" aren't really illegal bribes.
Under PressureIf an employee feels forced to quit, it could be trouble. Here's how to avoid a "constructive discharge" lawsuit.
The Jig Is UpBe sure you're not hoodwinking your customers--or you might risk a nasty run-in with the FTC.
Watch Your BackYou'd better be careful--your company's e-mail messages could come back to haunt you in court.
Neither Fish Nor FowlTest the regulatory waters early if your product doesn't fit into a recognizable category.
Against Your WillDrowning in debt? If so, you should know about a legal maneuver creditors can use to force bankruptcy.
Avoiding Holiday LawsuitsHow to protect your company so the partying doesn't get out of hand
Equal Time?Under a new ruling, you may have to let unions use your e-mail system to promote their platform.
Criminal RecordsUnder the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, you'd better think twice before destroying those business documents.
Witness ProtectionWhat will a new whistle-blower clause mean to you and the way you do business?
A Fran-What?!Surprise! You may be involved in a franchise relationship and not even know it.
Instant MessGrab the spackle. Instant messaging is the latest crack in your security.
Asking for a FightYou have to get tough with transgressors if you want to protect your intellectual property.
Shred of EvidenceLearn a lesson from Arthur Andersen: Destroying documents makes you look bad.
How to Lower the Risks of Competing With Your Former BossBefore you take on your ex-employer head-to-head, make sure you understand the legal implications of this oft-risky venture.
Under the Radar?You may be big enough to have to play by some rules, but too small for others. How do you know just what's applicable?
Class ActCongress takes a vote on reforming class-action litigation procedures.
Shut Up Already!No matter what the charges are, taking out an ad to defend yourself isn't a good idea--at least until the Supreme Court has its say.
Avoid Discrimination in Hiring PracticesEven if you're just trying to even out gender ratios on your staff, this practice can get you into hot water.
Law of the LandGovernment interest in your property could bring business to a screeching halt. Know how to work the system for the best deal.
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