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The Independent Contractor Dilemma: Navigating Risks and Rewards

In today’s rapidly evolving “gig economy,” you might be torn between hiring full-time employees or independent contractors (ICs). This choice carries significant implications for your business, affecting everything from your bottom line to your legal obligations. Understanding the pros and cons of hiring ICs and knowing how to protect your business becomes crucial as the work landscape shifts. This article will guide you through the benefits and pitfalls of working with ICs and provide essential steps to safeguard your business from potential legal and financial risks. The Allure of Independent Contractors When you’re running a business, especially a small or… View Post

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A Power of Attorney May Not Be What You Think

If you’ve ever considered planning for your future or helped someone plan for theirs, you’ve probably heard the term “power of attorney.” But do you really know what it is and how it works? Read more…

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A Guide to Recent Supreme Court Wins for Small Businesses

As a small business owner, you must constantly navigate a complex legal landscape. From federal regulations to local ordinances, it’s hard to keep up with all the laws that affect you, but if you don’t, you could suffer the consequences. Read more…

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Celebrity Estate Plans Series Part 4 of 4: Elvis and the Scammers

For the last few weeks, we’ve discussed celebrities and how they planned for their deaths. We started with the King of Pop, Michael Jackson, so ending our 4-part series with the King of Rock, Elvis Presley, seems fitting. You may be wondering why I’ve chosen to talk about a man who’s been dead since 1977. The reason is that a recent case involving Graceland shows how bold scammers can be. This case is a wake-up call for anyone who owns property or stands to inherit it. So, let’s jump into this bizarre tale to uncover what you can learn about… View Post

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What Arbitration Is and Why It Matters for Business Owners

Running a business means you will eventually face disputes. These conflicts could be with employees, customers, suppliers, or even business partners. When disagreements arise, the traditional route of resolving them in court can be time-consuming, expensive, and stressful – not to mention completely public. Anyone can look up a court case and read about the allegations, who’s involved, and what happened. And since the court process is deliberately adversarial, the facts presented by each side are usually, let’s say, less-than-flattering of the other side. Those public allegations against you or your business could even be false. Luckily, there’s an alternative:… View Post