Female business ownership is on the rise. According to Forbes, there was a 114% increase in businesses owned by women between 1997 and 2017. But while female entrepreneurs have been able to increase their hold on business ownership, they still face struggles when...
Your company is almost certainly part of the information economy, constantly generating mission-critical data, ideas and intellectual property (IP) of all kinds. At the same time, it often appears as if copyrights, trademarks and patents are losing all meaning to much...
A new team member in your business is always exciting. A previously vacant role being filled means your crew will operate more effectively. A new hire also means there is new potential ready to learn how to operate within your venture. Before their first day, though,...
There are many reasons you may decide to sell a business. Maybe it is time to retire, you want to move on to the next big idea or you simply want to spend more time with your family. Selling a business can give you the financial push you need to move forward with...
In a constantly evolving society, trade secrets are increasingly harder to protect. Businesses rely on trade secrets for maintaining a competitive edge in their industries. However, advancements in digital technology put intellectual property at risk. Trade secret...
Military members develop crucial skills during their time in service including responsibility, determination and leadership. Many military-based skills easily transfer into civilian life as veterans pursue academic studies, employment or personal opportunities. The...
There’s no shortage of things to do when forming a business. Choosing a location or office, drafting a business plan, picking a business model and securing financing are the big ones to get started, but there are infinite small steps throughout the process that will...
Injuries in the workplace can be costly for your business. In the U.S., it’s estimated that employers pay more than $1 billion per week in direct, non-fatal workers’ compensation costs. That’s an alarming figure, and it’s enough to make every business owner ponder how...
Receiving a notice of an inspection from the Department of Labor (DOL) can be intimidating for a small business. These audits typically arise after a complaint is made by an employee, often due to a wage dispute.These audits will usually come with little advanced...
A well-developed compliance plan or program can not only demonstrate any entity's commitment to employing thoroughly qualified staff and executives, but also foster early detection and reporting of problems such as fraud, abuse, or medical error, as well as promote...
