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Avoid Legal Time Bombs
BY Patrick A. Fraioli Jr.
Learn whether your business is vulnerable to getting sued. Find the holes in your business, and stop lawsuits before they start.Can I Operate my Business as a Non-Profit?
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Probably not, but it's important to understand exactly what one is.16 Lies of Lawyers
BY Guy Kawasaki
Listen for these all-too-common phrases--and then take them for what they really mean.5 Tips to Keep Comp Costs Down
BY Carol Tice
Take steps to minimize workplace injuries, and your business may come out unscathed.Fraud Rattles SBA Program
BY Sara Wilson
An investigation of HUBZone revealed millions in loans to ineligible and even fake businesses.Do You Know Where Your Contracts Are?
BY Laura Plimpton
Contract management software can prevent violations, improve accessibility and save both time and money.Before You Buy That Small Business
BY Cliff Ennico
Buying an existing business is often safer than starting one on your own. But watch out for these red flags.
The 7 Most Common Estate-Planning Myths
Worries about probate or high estate taxes keeping you up at night? Put your worries to bed with this primer on the most common myths you can afford to ignore.
Alternatives to Declaring Business Bankruptcy
Trying to avoid declaring chapter 11? Here are two other choices that'll help you stay out of bankruptcy court.Sharing the Cost of Business
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Labor laws vary from state to state when it comes to passing along certain business expenses to your employees. Be sure to know when and where it's legal to do so.Taking Out a Reverse Mortgage
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
For senior citizen entrepreneurs that own a home, a reverse mortgage could provide the financing you need during difficult times. But beware.A Fight or Flight Reaction
BY Paige Arnof-Fenn
Frivolous litigation is a fear that strikes the heart of every business owner. Here's what you can do about it.Law and Potential Disorder
BY Geoff Williams
Find out how the latest slew of legislation could affect your business in 2008.Pay Discrimination Developments
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Find out how a recent Supreme Court decision affects your company now and what to expect in the future.Control in a General Partnership
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
When you're in business with partners, make sure your agreement covers how much control each person has.Religion and the Workplace
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Know what accommodations you're legally required to make when employees need time off work for religious observances.New Discrimination Guidelines
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Make sure you're current on the new EEOC guidelines prohibiting discrimination against workers with caregiver responsibilities.Patent Legalese
BY Tamara Monosoff
Find the right person to protect your idea.Are Noncompete Agreements Valid?
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
If you want to prevent employees from leaving to work for a competitor, a noncompete agreement may not be your best bet.Employee or Independent Contractor?
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Here's how to determine which type of worker you have and whether you're liable for their actions.
Protecting Your Brand with Trademarks
BY John Williams
Keep your brand's integrity intact by getting a trademark for your business' logo, name, tag line and more.The Insurance Your Business Needs
BY Jeffrey Steinberger
Confused about which types of insurance you need? Here are some that you shouldn't overlook.Achtung, Maybe
BY Jane Easter Bahls
Does your product need a warning label?Ready to Report
BY David Worrell
It may get a little easier for businesses to play by the rules.
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BY Jane Easter Bahls
New rules govern your company's electronic files.Don't Miss
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