Toxic mold or black mold may sound like something out of a horror film, but people see and hear about it in the media all the time. These strains of mold cause health problems to homeowners, building occupants and workers. Victims may not even be aware of the...
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5 things every business should include in an employee handbook
If you’re a business owner with employees, you need to put together an employee handbook. A handbook can help you better enforce workplace rules and regulations. Failing to have an employee policy in place can also lead to a litigation nightmare. That said, it can be...
Unique ways companies can protect intellectual property
It is difficult enough for an up-and-coming company to develop new products without the added challenge of protecting that intellectual property (IP). Finding the best method of safeguarding IP can be formidable in an entrepreneurial environment. Some companies seek...
Beware of intellectual property trolls
We’ve all encountered trolls in online comments and message boards. Usually, it’s best to ignore their absurd and risible statements. Eventually, they’ll return to the underside of their bridge or their mother’s basement. However, some trolls are more insidious and...
What is employee misclassification?
Misclassifying employees as independent contractors is at the heart of many different wage and hour disputes. Not only does misclassification incorrectly exempt employees from minimum wage and overtime pay, but it also leaves employees without the support of workers’...
Current and former employees could be the greatest threat to your IP
Whether they defend your trade secrets or handle confidential information about your customers, you rely on your employees to protect your intellectual property (IP). However, your employees can also be the greatest threat to that intellectual property. How can you...
Is your customer list a trade secret?
Your list of customers is invaluable to your business operations. As such, you must always guard against the stealing of this type of information. There are several steps you can take to help limit the threat of your client list falling into the wrong hands. One...
Is registering my LLC enough protection for my company name?
Marketing is an essential part of building a business. You count on your clients to recognize your name for the unique products and services you bring to the market. Brand confusion happens when a company has a similar name or logo that can easily be mixed up with...
Licensing intellectual property rights can benefit both parties
When you think of intellectual property (IP) rights, you probably think of an individual or company doing everything they can to ensure their IP doesn’t fall into the hands of others. On occasion, especially in the research realm, a business entity may develop an IP...
A guide to the FINRA arbitration process
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority was established to provide some protection to investors while holding broker-dealers to ethical standards. One way FINRA does so is through the use of arbitration to resolve disputes. The arbitration process differs from...
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