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How was Mother’s Day Created?

This Mother’s Day, while you ponder what to give or do for your mother, consider the roots of the holiday. Rather than a gimmick devised by the greeting card industry, Mother’s Day actually has a long history, stretching from ancient Greece to 17th century England to the Civil War. Share and enjoy with your mother why this day in honor of our mothers is so important! more...

Heleigh Bostwick - May 2011 - Seasonal Tips
8 Holiday Party Faux Pas to Avoid

Whether you look forward to it or dread it, the office holiday party is usually the one event you can’t afford to avoid. Unlike a regular party, the office party comes with some definite dos and don’ts to keep you in good standing with your employer. Follow these simple rules and you’ll be sure to make this one party an event to enjoy. more...

Heleigh Bostwick - Dec 2010 - Seasonal Tips
Holiday Travel Tips & Checklist

If you’re planning a trip overseas—or even over the border— this holiday season, besides planning your itinerary, there are some important legal steps to take to ensure you and your family are protected while you’re away. Make this handy checklist part of your essential To-Dos. more...

Heleigh Bostwick - Nov 2010 - Seasonal Tips
Holiday Tips for Small Businesses

With the year winding down and shopping season almost upon us, now is the time for small business retailers to rethink their strategy for attracting customers. In spite of the competition from big-box retailers, it’s possible to mix bit of business savvy with a dash of technology to make the perfect recipe for holiday shopping success. more...

Bilal Kaiser - Nov 2010 - Seasonal Tips
Historic October Firsts

From first frosts to the first color change of the season, October is known for its bounty of fall firsts. But October is also known for many landmark achievements that helped shape the history—and future―of America. Check out some October events that have shaped our nation. more...

Shauna Heller - Oct 2010 - Seasonal Tips
Legal Debacles: Halloween Costumes

Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore. More and more adults are dressing up for Halloween—often at work. It can be fun or, in some cases, fraught with horror, resulting in circumstances that are not quite what you’d expect. more...

Lisa C. Johnson, Esq. - Oct 2010 - At the Workplace
10 Great August Patents

We’re celebrating National Inventors Month with a hat-tip to 10 August patents that left their mark on the world. We depend on these inventions for everything from keeping our pants up to keeping us entertained! more...

Shauna Heller - Aug 2010 - Patents
Halloween Parties That Won't Have You Running from the Law

You've thought of everything for your Halloween party: the food, the booze, and the fun. But what about the potential legal liabilities? more...

Bilal Kaiser - Oct 2009 - Seasonal Tips
Back-To-School Safety Checklist

The start of another school year is just around the corner, and safety is a priority now more than ever. You know that your kids should be safe at school for most of the day, but what about after school? Statistically, your child is most vulnerable to crime during after-school hours. You can beat the stats with some safety tips below. more...

Katherine Butler - Sep 2009 - Seasonal Tips
July Patents That Changed the World

The month of July holds a special place in patent history. To celebrate July's rich patent history, here's a look at some of the more famous patents issued by the USPTO during the month of July. more...

Heleigh Bostwick - Jul 2009 - Patents