By: Jon M. DeVore The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has scheduled to publish on or about August 18, 2024 in the Federal Register notice of scheduling of three Consultations and a Listening Session to discuss new proposed regulations to the SBA Small...
Author: Carissa Siebeneck Anderson Date: June 26, 2024 SBA Proposes to Update and Standardize Limitations on Outside Employment for Owners of WOSBs, EDWOSBs, VOSBs, SDVOSBs, and 8(a) Firms In a recent proposed rule, the U.S. Small Business Administration...
Partnerships can introduce new expertise and resources to businesses, potentially bringing great benefits. However, the success of these arrangements can significantly hinge on planning and preparation. Involved parties often enter these setups with projected growth...
Alaska health care practices must follow the same state and federal employment laws as do other businesses. However, this does not mean that there is such a thing as a standard approach to employment agreements and other employment issues that a medical practice can...
A personal injury lawsuit can threaten the reputation and financial viability of your business. With so much on the line, you need to find a way to aggressively defend yourself. That’s easier said than done, especially when the evidence is unfavorable to your...
There’s an old fable about a sneaky monkey that convinces a too-trusting cat to grab some chestnuts out of a fire. Predictably, the cat gets a burned paw, and the monkey feasts on the chestnuts. What’s this story have to do with your business operations? Well, if...
In today's saturated business landscape, protecting sensitive information is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. Non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) serve as legal contracts that help safeguard confidential information from being disclosed to unauthorized...
Undeniably, you want your employees to be sober to be productive, serve clients appropriately and keep colleagues safe. However, informing your employees not to drink or use drugs when at work may not be enough. Some may break this rule. For this reason, you may need...
You’re considering implementing a dress code at your company. On the one hand, you feel that dress codes instill a sense of professionalism and enhance productivity. On the other hand, you acknowledge that some employees may object to it. Read the advantages and...
Businesses may find themselves struggling for many reasons. Perhaps they expanded too quickly during a time of high sales but can no longer generate enough revenue to maintain all of their facilities and staff obligations. Maybe the industry in which they operate has...