Understanding the law is one element of protecting an employer from potential liability, but preparing an action plan to handle workplace harassment is a very critical step in avoiding problems …
Published: 11.01.18
By Jeffrey S. Ettenger
Regardless of the administration’s stance on the environment, if they’re serious about protecting U.S. jobs and U.S. workers, they must appeal this decision.
Published: 11.01.17
By Howard Weiss
The Environmental Protection Agency released a Final Rule updating it’s Refrigerant Management Program, which is expected to result in significant costs for many sectors of the economy because of the …
Published: 10.28.16
By Michael Weller & Whit Swift
Whether you’re selling a business, buying a business or merging two or more businesses, there are myriad tax and legal issues that need to be navigated, such as financing structure, …
Published: 08.03.16
By Daniel J. Thrailkill
Instead of focusing on finding the best insurance policy for when an accident occurs, why not focus on preventing it from happening in the first place?
Published: 06.08.15
By Matthew Stangle
As more states legalize marijuana, employers should know they still have the right to a drug-free workplace policy.
Published: 04.01.15
By Jo McGuire
With geographical expansion comes a variety of tax and business regulations you need to be aware of in order to remain in compliance.
Published: 02.01.15
By Daniel J. Thrailkill
Knowing how to classify employees can be the difference between profit and disaster.
Published: 01.05.15
By Christopher Boman
Understanding the value of your trademark is just the first step: Consult a trademark lawyer and pursue legal registration.
Published: 04.01.14
By Beniam Biftu
Protect Your Intellectual Property with Registered Copyrights
Published: 03.01.14
By Beniam Biftu
The most important aspect of your business is its identity – its trademark™
Published: 02.01.14
By Beniam Biftu
9 Steps for Reducing Your Exposure to Employee Injury Fraud
Published: 11.01.13
By Greg Smith
You need to err on the side of caution when sending customers email. This article reveals how to make sure you’re following the letter of the law.
Published: 10.01.13
By Christopher Corpus
If you own, operate or are starting a business, you need general liability insurance. But what does that mean? What protection does it afford? How do you determine your coverage …
Published: 08.01.13
By Caron Beesley
Your responsibility extends to third-party contributors such as customers and friends.
Published: 05.01.13
By Mike Coyne
Be aware that a person can sue you even before they become an employee.
Published: 01.01.13
By Mike Coyne
This theory of liability applies when employees are acting within the scope of employment or for the benefit of employer.
Published: 07.01.12
By Mike Coyne
10 point checklist will tell you if your plan needs an adjustment according to the IRS's latest 401(k) Fix-It Guide
Published: 05.01.12
By Mike Coyne
Two developments in the immigration law area are causing employers a great deal of concern: the increase in so-called "I-9 Audits” and the Social Security Administration's resumption of the "No-Match" …
Published: 04.01.12
By Mike Coyne
IRS reclassification of workers as employees can be an expensive proposition, as the employer can be held liable for back payroll taxes, penalties, and interest.
Published: 03.01.12
By Mike Coyne
Dealing with a disabled partner is never an easy matter. Human nature is such that many of us would find it difficult to ask a disabled partner to step aside …
Published: 02.01.12
By Mike Coyne
Until recently, it has been fairly well understood that an employer can require pre-employment drug testing and refuse to hire someone who tests positively for illegal drugs. However, changes in …
Published: 01.01.12
By Mike Coyne
This exposure is excluded in standard general liability policies, but may be insured separately under a policy that covers “electronic-data incidents” resulting in damage to, loss of, loss of use …
Published: 01.01.12
By Matthew Stangle
That gobbledygook at the end of contracts matters greatly when disputes arise.
Published: 12.01.11
By Mike Coyne
Family-owned businesses present unique and difficult problems that are generally not found in other closely-held businesses.
Published: 10.01.11
By Mike Coyne
If you currently have a retirement plan that allows you to make large contributions, you may want to think about maximizing your contributions this year, as the opportunity may not …
Published: 09.01.11
By Mike Coyne
An advisory board might be a better option for business owners.
Published: 08.01.11
By Mike Coyne
If you get a check and do not know why he received it, check with your retirement plan advisers first. Chances are the check belongs to your retirement plan.
Published: 07.01.11
By Mike Coyne
Regardless of the number of employees you have, you have to inform them of you policies. The best way to communicate these is through an employee manual. It will also …
Published: 06.01.11
By Mike Coyne
How to navigate the murky waters of intellectual property rights. In this article, legal expert Mike Coyne differentiates between copyright and trademark and how they apply to your business name, …
Published: 05.01.11
By Mike Coyne
Improvements to the estate tax law in 2011 offer business owners and familyowned businesses some interesting planning opportunities during the next two years.
Published: 02.01.11
By Mike Coyne
Although social media has many benefits, be aware of the employer liability regarding employee’s participation on a social media sites.
Published: 12.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Trusts can provide benefits even for incorporated businesses.
Published: 11.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Find the best way to plan for your business to succeed whether or not you are present for the daily operations.
Published: 10.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Congress considering changes to address 'worker misclassification' regarding independent contractors.
Published: 09.01.10
By Mike Coyne
