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Whether you are an owner considering whether or not you should sell your small business or an individual thinking about buying a business that is on the market, it is […]
Continue reading…Employee Handbooks: Important Provisions
An employee handbook is an instrument that is widely used by employers to communicate their expectations and policies to employees. There are many reasons to develop and distribute an employee […]
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We are living in the digital age and consumers use the internet to make a variety of decisions, including what products to buy and what professionals to hire. During their […]
Continue reading…Should Employers Enroll in E-Verify? Pros and Cons
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA), offers E-Verify to help employers instantly determine an employee’s eligibility to work. Initial confirmations and “Tentative […]
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The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) requires employers to verify the identity of their employees and their eligibility to work in the U.S. To comply, employers must retain original I-9 […]
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Almost every business collects uses and records customer information in some way, shape or form. Your business may obtain names, addresses, telephone numbers, credit and debit card information, social security […]
Continue reading…Franchise Agreements
A franchise agreement is a contract that governs a franchise relationship. These agreements are entered into by the franchisor, the entity that owns the business model, and the franchisee, the […]
Continue reading…Common Area Expenses in Commercial Leases
There are different types of commercial leases, such as gross leases, modified gross leases and net leases. One variation of the net lease is a “triple net” lease, in which […]
Continue reading…Do Single Member LLCs Provide Asset Protection?
A limited liability company is a very popular business form that combines some of the best features of a corporation and a partnership. Like a partnership, an LLC is taxed […]
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