Business Law
Learn the basics on how to make sure your business meets all legal requirements. Get guidance on contracts, business licenses, and more.
Non-Profits and Profitability: Where Do Your Donated Dollars Really Go?
Have you ever wondered what happens to the money you donate to non-profit organizations? Or do you not donate because you don't know where it goes?…
What You Should Know About Zoning Laws
If you plan to operate your business out of your house, it's a good idea to know how your local zoning laws apply to you.
What Information Must Be Put Into Corporate Bylaws?
Bylaws are an important document that governs day-to-day operations for an organization. They contain very specific information that is essential for…
Why Do I Need a Registered Agent?
Every business should have a registered agent and, in many cases, it's required by law.
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Differences You Need to Know
What does it mean to be an independent contractor and how is that status different from being a full employee?
Why You Need a Business License
Getting the right licenses and permits for your business starts with knowing what they are and what they're for.
Employment Law 101: Accounting for Vacation Pay
The U.S. government does not regulate benefits in the private work sector, but as an employee you do have rights.
The Right to Refuse Service: Can a Business Refuse Service to Someone?
Religious freedom laws have complicated the issue surrounding discrimination and when a business can legally refuse service.
How Corporations are Taxed
They say that the only things certain in life are death and taxes, but for corporations, that may not always be true. Whether and how corporations…
How much privacy does an employee have at work?
Every day, millions of Americans commute to work knowing some of their legal rights for sure: they cannot be fired for the color of their skin, paid…