The Fair Labor and Standards Act (FLSA) is a federal law that regulates the standards for wages and overtime pay that affects most public...

A huge barrier to workers bringing charges of employment discrimination is the fear of retaliation from their employers. Real life...

There is no law that prevents an employer from regulating and combatting drug and alcohol use in the workplace. There are, however,...

Below is a list of five of the most common business structures, along with some of the main advantages and disadvantages of each. This...

McDonald’s, Apple, Exxon, Buick. These are the names of companies that we know well. They are instantly recognizable. When we hear these...

Below is a list of five of the most common business structures, along with some of the main advantages and disadvantages of each. This...

Everyone in the country should know what identity theft is by now. Warnings about identity theft emblazon billboards. Commercials for...

Many people dream of starting a small business. Few people actually do it. The largest obstacle for many is raising enough money to get...

When starting your own small business you may attract all kinds of new attention. Your business may be featured in the newspaper,...

There are three primary ways in which a small business can get paid: cash, credit cards and checks. Each method has its advantages and...

Many people dream of starting a small business. Few people actually do it. The largest obstacle for many is raising enough money to get...

Many people dream of starting a small business. Few people actually do it. The largest obstacle for many is raising enough money to get...

Many people dream of starting a small business. Few people actually do it. The largest obstacle for many people is raising enough money...

We all interact with corporations on a daily basis. Have you been to Wal-Mart lately or bought gas from an Exxon station? We all talk...

If you are injured, ill and unable to work you may be eligible for social security disability benefits under the disability insurance...

Owning and renting out property comes with more responsibility than just ensuring that the building is functioning and in good repair. As...

You are a landlord and your tenant hasn’t paid the rent for the past few months. She won’t answer your phone calls, emails or text...

For members of the military being called to duty or being deployed can be hard on families, friends, and the individual who is serving....

Motivating employees who are having trouble at work can be a difficult thing to do. Firing them can be even harder. Nobody wants to utter...

No employer wants a dangerous workplace. Besides the basic human desire of not wanting to see another person harmed, a business can lose...