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The Tax Advantages of S Corps: Can My Business Really Save $15,000 per Year?
Nov. 14, 2019
Many business owners are astounded when they hear about the potential tax savings associated with S Corps. Here's what you need to know.
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![Maternity Leave Law in New York State]()
Maternity Leave Law in New York State
There has been a recent push for pregnant-worker rights in the state, and New York is now transitioning to paid leave system.
March 21, 2019 - Small Business
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Can I Fire a Pregnant Employee?
Can you fire a pregnant employee? Yes if the decision isn’t based on their pregnancy- the release must be the result of a non-pregnancy related issue.
March 21, 2019 - Employment Law
![Pregnancy Leave Law: The Basics for Business Owners]()
Pregnancy Leave Law: The Basics for Business Owners
Pregnancy leave is only available for some eligible employees—and in-fact, almost half (40%) of working women don’t qualify for federal leave.
March 20, 2019 - Employee Handbook
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How Does Pregnancy Leave Work in California?
Rules concerning pregnant workers are set at both the national- and state-levels which as caused confusion for business owners.
March 20, 2019 - Small Business
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Corporate Minutes: Why are They so Important?
Corporate minutes are written accounts of business-related meetings, agreements, or conversations and are an essential aspect of maintaining a corporation.
March 19, 2019 - Employee Handbook
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What's the Difference Between an Employee and Independent Contractor?
Classifying a new hire as an employee or independent contractor is an important step in hiring. Employers that misclassify workers face severe penalties.
March 19, 2019 - E-Commerce
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Why You Need Terms of Use for Your Website
Well-written Terms of Use are really smart for businesses with an online presence. The terms of use page sets the guidelines for using your website.
March 18, 2019 - Trademark
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How to Write a Cease & Desist Letter for Copyright Infringement
If you someone is infringing your copyright, you should talk to a lawyer and consider using a cease & desist letter to get them to stop the infringement.
March 15, 2019 - Trademark
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Copyright vs. Trademark: What’s the Difference?
While both offer intellectual property protection, the copyright and the trademark protect different types of assets.
March 15, 2019
