In the business world, your reputation is everything. Whether you provide goods or services, you know that damage to your reputation can seriously hurt your bottom line. However, is taking care of your customers and meeting or exceeding their expectations enough to...
If you own a small business, you know that the rent you pay on a commercial property is significant -- which means that it's important to get what you're paying for each month. Unfortunately, not all landlord-tenant matches are made in heaven. When something goes...
Noncompete agreements have become par for the course in many industries as employers seek to protect their trade secrets and investments. Naturally, employees don't love them. A noncompete agreement can seriously limit your job prospects and your career if you want to...
When a commercial tenant leaves under less-than-favorable circumstances (either through eviction or outright desertion in the middle of the night), a lot of their personal property can be left behind. Even once you've legally regained possession of the building,...
When people think of "malpractice," they usually think of doctors or lawyers -- but accounting malpractice can be just as problematic. For a small business, it can be utterly devastating. As a small business owner, you probably rely on your accountant to operate with...
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is designed to make life easier and more equitable for people who struggle with disabling conditions of all sorts. It is not, however, meant to be a weapon that can be used to shake down small businesses for cash over minor...
One of the most horrific construction fails in recent memory involved the collapse of the Florida International University Bridge on March 15, 2018. A total of six people was killed and eight more were injured. The construction company responsible, Magnum Construction...
Embezzlement is usually a crime of opportunity and hubris combined. Most embezzlers hold positions of implicit trust inside their companies that make it easy for them to take money without anyone noticing (for a while). That's why your first reaction, once you realize...
Do you dream of owning your own business? Has a franchise opportunity come your way that seems like it might be a perfect fit for your aspirations? Before you sign any agreements, you need to make certain that you understand as much as you can about how franchising...
Social media influencers are the biggest thing in marketing today -- especially if you're trying to capture the interest of the Millennial Generation or members of Generation Z. However, you need to make sure that you put down some ground rules when you start working...
