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Holiday and vacation policies

Holiday and vacation policies

Typical holidays employers offer as paid time off include Thanksgiving (both Thursday and Friday), Christmas, New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. In addition, some companies offer paid time off for other national holidays, such as Veterans Day or Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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How to fire an employee legally

How to fire an employee legally

As a business owner, you make every effort to hire well, because your people are your key to success. Every once in awhile, though, someone turns out to be a hindrance rather than an asset to your business. As you proceed through the disciplinary and termination...

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Rethinking your business growth strategy

Rethinking your business growth strategy

If you have been in business for a few years, you have survived the most difficult aspects of life as a start-up. Things might be humming along comfortably, but have you thought about your next steps? If you haven't reviewed your business growth strategy in awhile,...

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New hire reporting, wage theft and more

New hire reporting, wage theft and more

As your business continues to grow, you need to stay on top of your hiring and reporting practices. Maintaining the proper records and filing the right forms helps protect you, your business and your employees. Ensure that your business complies with federal and state...

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Legal checklist for new businesses

Legal checklist for new businesses

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. ~Mark Twain If you are finally ready to take the plunge and start that new business you've been dreaming about, congratulations! Embracing the world of...

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Transparency is One Key to Top-Notch Customer Service

Transparency is One Key to Top-Notch Customer Service

As a successful business owner, you know that a satisfied customer is your bread and butter. That happy customer will turn into repeat business and/or valuable referrals, which means a better bottom line for your small business. I learned from my years as a business...

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When Does Your Startup Need a Lawyer?

When Does Your Startup Need a Lawyer?

Startup Mindsets Podcast When Does Your Startup Need a Lawyer?   Intro: In the episode of Startup Mindsets Podcast – We've all heard the Theranos story about Elizabeth Holmes lying to investors about groundbreaking technology and the lawsuit that followed. Or...

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How Does IP Counsel Analyze What to Protect

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Before diving into brand protection, the first step is a thorough analysis of your current position. We always start by asking key questions: Do you want to sell your business? Where are your goods coming from? What procurement and trade channels are you using? Are...

(Almost) Every Business Needs an International Trademark Strategy

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