Changes coming this fall but recipients won't be taxes on benefits. Readers raise questions about the healthcare reform and we answer.
Published: 08.01.10
By Mike Coyne
The problems facing small businesses due to healthcare reform are two-fold.
Published: 07.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Your fleet is an indispensable part of your business. Literally, it is your means to reach customers. It also represents a significant liability risk. These are ways to manage the …
Published: 06.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Consider more than just the rental rate when evaluating commercial property and negotiating leases.
Published: 03.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Too often, customers do not appreciate that such demands for protection against damages cannot be accommodated without exceptional costs that translate into significantly higher prices for services.
Published: 01.01.10
By Mike Coyne
Companies that accept and extend credit need to comply with the new "red flag" rules.
Published: 12.01.09
By Mike Coyne
Several options focus on shares and voting. Also, consider alternatives before rewarding key employees with ownership shares.
Published: 11.01.09
By Mike Coyne
Agreements among shareholders concerning corporate control must be carefully drafted and usually must comply with very specific state laws. This is one time when a competent lawyer's help is absolutely …
Published: 10.01.09
By Mike Coyne
Every contractor should be watching what is happening with healthcare costs. If you already provide employee health insurance, you are well aware of how rising insurance premiums affect your business.
Published: 08.01.09
By Mike Coyne
Is an hvacr contractor responsible for injuries to an employee by hazards in a customer's home?
Published: 06.01.09
By Mike Coyne
With an understanding of when and how to use confidentiality agreements, you can prevent information on your business operations from landing in the hands of your competitors.
Published: 05.01.09
By Stephen A. DiTullio
Prevent check fraud by understanding how laser checks can be altered and put technology in place to prevent disaster
Published: 04.01.09
By Frank W. Abagnale
Watch your accounts payable and establish internal controls to protect your business from falling victim.
Published: 04.01.09
By Mike Coyne
Mechanic’s liens can assist you in collecting from a non-paying customer; however, statutes exist in all 50 states, and the rules vary dramatically.
Published: 01.01.09
By Mike Coyne
Permitting employees to "borrow" equipment is a bad idea.
Published: 10.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Detailed records are the best defense against potential false-claims allegations.
Published: 09.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Your employees could land you in trouble.
Published: 08.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Being a good contractor means being truthful and fair. Know what is expected of you.
Published: 06.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Helping companies attract and retain good workers.
Published: 05.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Adopting workplace privacy policies is a prudent business practice.
Published: 03.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Identifying and acquiring businesses takes finesse.
Published: 02.01.08
By Mike Coyne
There are a myriad smart ways to reward key employees. Issuing company stock isn't one of them.
Published: 01.01.08
By Mike Coyne
Understanding property/casualty insurance coverages can help you stem serious loss potential for your business.
Published: 12.01.07
By David Myer
To find the best people, you need to adopt good hiring practices. Pre-employment screening should be one aspect of these hiring practices. However, you need to be aware that there …
Published: 10.01.07
By Mike Coyne
What you need to know about military personnel's reemployment rights.
Published: 08.01.07
By Mike Coyne
If you need a non-competition agreement to protect your business, you will need to get legal help and follow these guidelines.
Published: 07.01.07
By Mike Coyne
Written policies and clear instructions are two ways to protect your business from costly claims.
Published: 06.01.07
By Mike Coyne
The safest way to avoid problems under the immigration laws is to understand your responsibilities as an employer.
Published: 05.01.07
By Mike Coyne
A successful sale of any business requires planning, and some of that planning must start well before the business is even offered for sale. Here are some ideas on how …
Published: 04.01.07
By Mike Coyne
Your trade secrets may consist of customer lists, training manuals, financial records, contracts with distributors, and the like, that would be very valuable to your competition. Keep them secret with …
Published: 01.01.07
By Mike Coyne
If you are planning on serving alcohol at your business or office party, here are some planning ideas that can minimize your liability risk.
Published: 12.01.06
By Mike Coyne
The Internal Revenue Service has rules for determining whether someone is an employee or an independent contractor.
Published: 11.01.06
By Mike Coyne
Corporate minutes can help ensure that owners shield themselves from being held legally responsible for corporate business failures. In addition, they can help quickly settle inevitable shareholder disputes, smooth business …
Published: 09.01.06
By Mike Coyne
A good operating agreement can be a useful tool for running your business as an LLC.
Published: 08.01.06
By Mike Coyne
Find out why letters of intent may be binding and some practical advice when crafting them.
Published: 07.01.06
By Mike Coyne
