Small Business Law

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Those looking to form a business must first determine the type of company they wish to form. There are many types, but a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a good choice for many small-business...

As in the United States, Canada collects annual income taxes. If you are self-employed, owning a business as a sole proprietorship, there are many tax deductions available to you when filling out...

What are the major statutes and laws a small buisness owner needs to know regarding employment law

You've worked hard to perfect your technique and you now have a marketable craft product. This tutorial will explain the preparation needed and the steps to take to pitch your crafts to a gallery.

The sales on your craft business are good and you think you need a sales representative. Before you appoint someone to act as your sales rep be sure to get a written contract that establishes the...

Owning a homemade food business is the dream of many cooks whose doughnuts, salsa, bread or pasta sauce has garnered rave reviews from friends and family. Starting up a homemade food business...

If you are someone who thoroughly enjoys working with children and have a good deal of patience, you may be perfectly suited to start your own day care. A day care is a particularly smart option...

From my own experience I will give you things to look for that will show you that you have a good distribution contract.

Rules, regulations, ordinances and laws govern how business is conducted in the United States and how business taxes are processed. Federal and state laws govern requirements for small businesses...

Most people think that contracts are difficult documents with loads of legal jargon. That's what your lawyer wants you to think so they can charge you 100's per hour. Contracts are remarkably...

Companies sometimes use clever names to attract potential customers to the products or services they provide. For any number of reasons, you may decide it's time to change the name of your...

Often times, when people think of filing a lawsuit, they think only in terms of the money they may receive. However, before filing a lawsuit, you should consider other factors.

You have an idea that can make you some money. Possibly a lot of money. How do you get started? As you figure out how to create your business entity, you will encounter numerous state and federal...

One of the most time-consuming tasks for a small-business owner is the calculation of federal payroll taxes. Even after withholding the correct amount from employees' paychecks, employers must pay...

A contract is simply an arrangement between two or more parties, generally involving a document which, when signed, legally binds one person or group to the accomplishment or execution of a task...

Mechanically making a necklace for girls is no different than making a necklace for adults. Important safety considerations must, however, be considered when designing and making jewelry for...

A bid is essentially a sales presentation, which is why a well-written bid can help you prevail over equally well qualified competition. You should be ready to put as much painstaking care into...

Day care regulations vary from state to state, but there are some basic rules and regulations that should be considered if you are looking at opening your own day care or finding a place for your...

Children are our most important and precious resource and we try to make sure that their care is entrusted only to skilled, responsible caregivers who will keep them safe. Most states have a...

There are a few basic legal requirements to start a business and a number of optional legal registrations that can make life as a business owner even easier. Fortunately, those who are...

A builder's contract protects both you and your client should disagreements arise during the construction process or after completion of the project. Whether you're submitting a firm bid or a...

A mechanic's lien protects suppliers, builders and contractors in the event that they are not paid for projects completed or supplies purchased for a project. Lien laws vary from state to...

Colorado is a fast growing state with a highly educated population and low unemployment. Since many families have double income working parents, there is an ever present niche for in-home daycare....

Operating a business that retails alcoholic beverages requires a "premise" liquor license. Retail licenses are administered by state alcohol beverage control (ABC) boards, frequently using complex...

Getting licensed to operate a home day care in Illinois doesn't cost anything, but there are quite a few stipulations that must be met. Then you have to remain in compliance with the Illinois...

Owning a small business doesn’t have to mean a “you against the world” mentality. And this goes double for tax preparation. Having a tax lawyer offers peace of mind regarding everyday tax...

Consignment agreements are generally entered into by two parties. One is a retail business owner; the other is a person or business wanting to sell a product to the business owner's customers. The...

Obtaining a liquor license is a time-consuming process. Liquor licensing is done by state entities, and each state liquor administration has different names, like the New York State Liquor...

If an oil company is going to drill on your land and you don't own the mineral rights all is not lost. You can make some money off the deal and protect your property.

If a person is opening or running a business under a different name than their own, they can fill out a DBA form. The person will need to know how to fill out DBA forms in order to submit the new...

Got a nasty business dispute with one of your partners, vendors or customers? You have four options to resolve it.

Contracts can range from legal to informal. As long as you and the person you are making the agreement with sign a piece of paper that describes what both paries agree on it is considered an...

Small claims courts were set up in the last century to provide an informal way for people to collect everyday debts. They are used by banks, landlords and neighbors to extract payments from people...

No one wants to be the bad person and evict an animal from his home. However, when you have a signed contract stipulating “no pets” in your rental property and you spot Rover in the window, you...

If you are a small business owner, part of the job is to submit various reports to your local government and keep current with licensing. If you have employees working for you and they hurt...

Every employer, partnership, estate, trust or nonprofit agency needs an Employer Identification Number (EIN) assigned to it by the IRS. The EIN is needed to apply for a business license, as well...

Business owners that sell certain types of products, including gasoline and alcohol, are required to pay excise taxes on their merchandise. Before companies can conduct any business that involves...

IRS form 8109 is a machine-readable deposit ticket used to pay quarterly taxes. After receiving their Employer Identification Numbers (EIN), businesses are sent coupon booklets that are preprinted...

A home-based business is an opportunity that is appealing to many people. Working from your home can cut down on transportation expenses and the cost of renting office space elsewhere. Parents may...

A home-based business is an opportunity that is appealing to many people. Working from your home can cut down on transportation expenses and the cost of renting office space elsewhere. Parents may...

If you are a small business owner, part of the job is to submit various reports to your local government and keep current with licensing. If you have employees and they hurt themselves on the job,...

Every employer, partnership, estate, trust or nonprofit agency needs an Employer Identification Number (EIN) assigned to it by the IRS. The EIN is needed to apply for a business license, as well...

Business owners that sell certain types of products, including gasoline and alcohol, are required to pay excise taxes on their merchandise. Before companies can conduct any business that involves...

IRS form 8109 is a machine-readable deposit ticket used to pay quarterly taxes. After receiving their Employer Identification Numbers (EIN), businesses are sent coupon booklets that are preprinted...