Running a company is tough for many reasons and this is especially true for those who have difficult staff members. For example, some people wrongly claim that their rights were violated and even decide to take their case to court. Although this often occurs as a...
Month: March 2020
A responsible officer may be personally liable for unpaid taxes
Businesses in Ohio fall behind on sales taxes more often than you might think. Many people assume that when a company has unpaid taxes, the business entity is liable for the arrears. The fact is, however, that the state of Ohio may hold the responsible officer of the...
Are they employees or independent contractors?
When hiring workers for your business, it is essential that you classify them correctly. Incorrectly classifying an employee as an independent contractor, for example, can cause serious issues for your business. The financial implications of making the wrong choice...
Ohio became the first state to end the pink tax
Raising a girl is expensive and being a woman can become even more so. Even without expensive purses, dresses and shoes, women already face an economic disadvantage. Nature predisposes biological women to need specific feminine hygiene products. Over the years, women...
Pursuing damages against a stockbroker
Stockbrokers deal with a large amount of money, most of it not their own. Some have the skill and integrity necessary for this type of task but are still the victims of unforeseen circumstances. Others may take advantage. If you experienced a loss and think that you...
Disagreements over non-compete agreements can end in litigation
Non-compete agreements, according to Forbes, are agreements that protects information while a person works for a company and after the person leaves the company. In addition, a non-compete agreement can restrict a worker from working for a competitor in the same...
Conflict of interest can have serious ramifications
In both the public sphere and among legal professionals, conflicts of interest can ruin a professional’s objectivity. To have a conflict of interest with a client can be a violation of ethics. It is important to note that conflicts of interest are serious issues for...
What moves can hurt your business contract?
A good contract is crucial when making business deals. When your contract is good, then it can lock down your deal and benefit both parties. However, if you are not careful, you can completely ruin a contract. When you make mistakes with a contract, you are more...
What to expect during a tax audit
The Internal Revenue Service may audit a business of any size to ensure the company has paid the correct amount of taxes. Receiving an audit notice can cause stress if you do not understand what to expect. Sometimes, it reflects an issue with your return, but other...
Common reasons for business lawsuits
Business owners encounter many challenges, but lawsuits are among the most complicated problems that arise, regardless of a company's size. In this post, we will break down some of the common reasons for business lawsuits and underline the importance of addressing...