Business Law
Learn the basics on how to make sure your business meets all legal requirements. Get guidance on contracts, business licenses, and more.
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What You Need to Know About Hiring Independent Contractors
Using independent contractors can help minimize employee-related costs, such as payroll taxes, benefits, overtime, and workers' comp premiums. While it may be tempting to classify some of your employees as independent contractors, with the growing risk of penalties, you'll want to make sure your business is doing it right.
· 4 min read
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3 Tips for Setting Vacation Policies
Everyone wants to know their employer's vacation policies and rules for paid time off (PTO). Both are forms of compensation, so when you change them, employees will notice. Unfortunately, so will the law if you're not doing it right. Here are some tips to get started. Consider Your Goal
· 3 min read
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What the FTC Non-Compete Ban Means for Your Business
The FTC's sweeping ban on non-competes changes the rules for employers and employees alike. Here's what you need to know.
· 6 min read
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Protecting Your Corporate Name
Could the name of your new business cause you to lose money? Keep your corporate name unregistered and it just might.
· 3 min read
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Do Small Businesses Need NDAs?
In the course of doing business, it's inevitable that you'll have to share this confidential information with employees, colleagues, investors, etc. A little preparation now may save a legal headache—and a potential loss of business—later.
· 3 min read
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Nonprofits and Profitability: Where Do Your Donated Dollars Really Go?
Many people give to charitable causes but wonder how nonprofits handle their money. The unanswered questions at the top of hesitant donors' lists: Can a nonprofit organization be a profitable business? And, if nonprofits are profitable businesses, does that mean that donated dollars are not being put to good use?
· 3 min read
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Is an Employer Liable for Employee Injuries at a Company Retreat?
Employers and employees should be aware that an employer may be deemed liable if an employee injures themselves at a company-sponsored function and triggers workers' compensation regulations.
· 4 min read
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5 Tips to Stay Labor Law Compliant
As an employer, it's essential for a small business to meet all applicable labor law requirements. These tips will help you stay compliant.
· 4 min read
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Can an Employer Force You to Go Back to Work During COVID-19?
Can you be forced to go back to work during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? It depends, there are a lot of factors. Read about them here.
· 4 min read
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PTO vs. Vacation Time: Which Is Right for Your Company?
You know your employees need (and deserve) time off. Crafting your time-off policy requires some thought.
· 5 min read
