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How not to kill your partnership (and your friendship)
When you and a friend have a shared vision, it only seems natural to go into business together. But mistakes you make now, while everything is rosy, could come back to haunt you if things get complicated later -- and that can be bad news for both your business...
5 fatal flaws in business contracts
Whether made with customers and clients, distributors, suppliers, independent contractors, employees, business partners or landlords, contracts are an integral part of modern business. Without a contract, you can be exposed to all kinds of unfortunate (and expensive)...
Tips for starting your own small business
More than 28 million small businesses exist in the United States, accounting for 99.7% of all enterprises, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA). Preparation and research is the key to success, as only about two-thirds of all businesses with employees...
Technology could help avoid workplace injuries
Owning a business comes with enough responsibility, but if you have employees as well, your responsibilities increase. It is your job to make sure your employees have a safe environment in which to perform their job duties. Using the appropriate safety and security...
Did you remember everything on your child’s college prep list?
You have watched your child change over the past year as he or she finished high school and prepared to leave for college. Your child is still your baby, but you understand that even more changes are ahead. Once you drive away from campus, you will have to trust that...
What types of remedies are available for breach of contract?
You held up your part of the bargain because when you enter into a contract with someone, you do so with the full intention of honoring your agreement. You expect the same from the other party, and rightly so. However, for whatever reason, the other party failed to...
Are you considering forming a limited liability company?
Are you looking to start a new business here in Pennsylvania? If so, you could simply rent some space and open your doors. However, as a sole proprietorship, you may find yourself personally liable for acts that occur in the course of your business and encounter other...
The discovery phase of your contract litigation
Contract disputes are common in the business world. Even when a contract is well constructed, your client or business associate may accuse your company of breaching its terms. If you and your colleagues are unable to resolve the conflict, you may find yourself facing...
Protecting your business against workers’ comp fraud
It is not always easy to find good workers who will be loyal, hardworking and trustworthy. When you do find employees like this, you are happy to offer them every opportunity for success. Unfortunately, there are those few workers who not only fail to meet the...
Your choice of entity helps determine the future of your business
You decided to take the plunge and start a business here in Harrisburg. With all of the choices you need to make before you open your doors, the type of entity you choose helps determine the amount of personal liability you have when it comes to the activities of your...
