Visually engaging, enticing and current examples with an overall focus on business. Business Law continues to be the most engaging text for readers by featuring a visually appealing format with enticing and current examples while maintaining its focus on business. Readers will learn business law, ethics, and the legal environment in a way that will encourage them to ask questions and go beyond basic memorization. Read more
Decide whether to form an LLC or a corporation -- the most important business decision you'll make.
Your company has grown -- now it's time to upgrade your legal structure to something that will protect you and your assets, as well as provide other benefits. In other words, your business is ready to become either a corporation or a limited liability company.
The question is, "Which one?" The answer isn't always clear -- but because your choice will affect the legal and tax status of your business, it's the most important question you'll need to answer.
LLC or Corporation? will help you make the right choice with plain-English explanations of:
For over twenty-five years, Author Mary Greenwood has been resolving disputes in her professional career as an Attorney, Mediator, Human Resources Director, Union Negotiator, and Labor Arbitrator. Her book How to Negotiate Like a Pro, Which has won six book awards, was based on her experience as a Union Negotiator. The sequel How to Mediate Like a Pro is based on her experience as a Mediator in over 7000 cases.
Greenwood noticed that there were certain Rules or characteristics of The cases that settled that were not present in the cases that did not settle. Among those Rules you will find the following:
LIKE CARRYING AROUND YOUR OWN BUSINESS LAWYER,
BUT WITHOUT ALL THE TALKING AND BILLS.
Birth to Buyout gives you a straightforward, easy-to-grasp understanding of the business law questions and answers you need to run your business and prosper. Packed with refreshingly candid information, Birth to Buyout tackles business law topics in terms you can understand.
Organized to guide you through all stages of your business - from Birth to Buyout - you learn:
SET UP A COMPANY
* The difference between Corporations, S-Corporations and Limited Liability Companies
* How to pick the right entity for you
* Where you should set up your company
* How to pick a company name
* What to take to the bank when you set up your company bank account
* What to put in your business plan
YOU AND YOUR PARTNERS
* The big conversation you and your partners need to have at the beginning of your venture
* Picking officers, officer titles and salaries
* How to make sure you can get out when you want
* How to kick out another owner
* Setting up your Board of Directors
* Dangers of serving on the Board
* How to be a great Board member
GETTING FUNDED
* The difference between debt and equity
* What investors expect from you
* The parts of an investment deal
* How to divide control between founders and investors
* Securities laws
* Sources of debt financing
* Parts of a loan
* Building business credit
INTERNET CONTRACTS
* What you need to put in your website privacy policy and Terms of Use
* Avoiding liability from user generated content
* Kids information under COPPA
OFFICE LEASE
* Negotiating the rent
* Difference among net leases, double net and triple net leases
EMPLOYEES & INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS
* What goes in an employment contract
* Noncompetes
* Union contracts and collective bargaining
* Nondiscrimination laws
* Screening candidates, including immigration forms
* How to follow rules about minimum wage and overtime and payroll
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
* Trademark
* Copyright
* Patent
* How to get the rights through licensing or buying the IP
MANUFACTURING
* How to plan your whole manufacturing and fulfillment process
* How to get a prototype made
* How to discover the regulations you have to know about and follow
* How to hire a manufacturer
SALES AND MARKETING
* How to get your product sold
* Distribution channel options
* Advertising and promotions
* How to comply with advertising laws
* What goes into your contract with distributors or sales agents
* CanSpam and telemarketing rules
GETTING PROTECTION AGAINST LIABILITY
* Contracts
* Insurance and Bonds
* Vigilant Due Diligence
GETTING RICH
* Valuing a business
* Valuing stock
* Process of selling your company
* Term Sheets
* Representations and Warranties
* Closing
* Post closing
* Tips to make for a peaceful sale
AND, THERE'S A STORY - MEET HAP, HAZARD AND A LAWYER NAMED GRAVITY.
Birth to Buyout is not just a business law almanac. Birth to Buyout spins forward on the story of two cubicle workers who make a run for entrepreneurship just as big corporate culture is closing in, all with the help of their corporate lawyer (if you just want the law, you can skip the story pages).
Birth to Buyout was written to be an easy-to-follow guide to business law. That's why:
* All explanations are in plain English
* Charts and diagrams are used to make the law clear
* The book celebrates American entrepreneurship and how it can truly set you freeLIKE CARRYING AROUND YOUR OWN BUSINESS LAWYER,
BUT WITHOUT ALL THE TALKING AND BILLS.
Birth to Buyout gives you a straightforward, easy-to-grasp understanding of the business law questions and answers you need to run your business and prosper. Packed with refreshingly candid information, Birth to Buyout tackles business law topics in terms you can understand.
Organized to guide you through all stages of your business - from Birth to Buyout - you learn:
SET UP A COMPANY
* The difference between Corporations, S-Corporations and Limited Liability Companies
* How to pick the right entity for you
* Where you should set up your company
* How to pick a company name
* What to take to the bank when you set up your company bank account
* What to put in your business plan
YOU AND YOUR PARTNERS
* The big conversation you and your partners need to have at the beginning of your venture
* Picking officers, officer titles and salaries
* How to make sure you can get out when you want
* How to kick out another owner
* Setting up your Board of Directors
* Dangers of serving on the Board
* How to be a great Board member
GETTING FUNDED
* The difference between debt and equity
* What investors expect from you
* The parts of an investment deal
* How to divide control between founders and investors
* Securities laws
* Sources of debt financing
* Parts of a loan
* Building business credit
INTERNET CONTRACTS
* What you need to put in your website privacy policy and Terms of Use
* Avoiding liability from user generated content
* Kids information under COPPA
OFFICE LEASE
* Negotiating the rent
* Difference among net leases, double net and triple net leases
EMPLOYEES & INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS
* What goes in an employment contract
* Noncompetes
* Union contracts and collective bargaining
* Nondiscrimination laws
* Screening candidates, including immigration forms
* How to follow rules about minimum wage and overtime and payroll
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
* Trademark
* Copyright
* Patent
* How to get the rights through licensing or buying the IP
MANUFACTURING
* How to plan your whole manufacturing and fulfillment process
* How to get a prototype made
* How to discover the regulations you have to know about and follow
* How to hire a manufacturer
SALES AND MARKETING
* How to get your product sold
* Distribution channel options
* Advertising and promotions
* How to comply with advertising laws
* What goes into your contract with distributors or sales agents
* CanSpam and telemarketing rules
GETTING PROTECTION AGAINST LIABILITY
* Contracts
* Insurance and Bonds
* Vigilant Due Diligence
GETTING RICH
* Valuing a business
* Valuing stock
* Process of selling your company
* Term Sheets
* Representations and Warranties
* Closing
* Post closing
* Tips to make for a peaceful sale
AND, THERE'S A STORY - MEET HAP, HAZARD AND A LAWYER NAMED GRAVITY.
Birth to Buyout is not just a business law almanac. Birth to Buyout spins forward on the story of two cubicle workers who make a run for entrepreneurship just as big corporate culture is closing in, all with the help of their corporate lawyer (if you just want the law, you can skip the story pages).
Birth to Buyout was written to be an easy-to-follow guide to business law. That's why:
* All explanations are in plain English
* Charts and diagrams are used to make the law clear
* The book celebrates American entrepreneurship and how it can truly set you free Read more
Continuing the tradition that has made it a leader in its field, Problems on Professional Responsibility uses problems to provide an overview of lawyers' professional responsibility. One of the most rapidly changing fields in American law, professional responsibility sees new issues, rules and cases each year, all of which are covered in this book. The Ninth Edition covers the American Bar Association's Model Rules of Professional Conduct, which were extensively rewritten in 2002; the American Law Institute's Restatement Third, The Law Governing Lawyers, and issues raised by federal agencies that play an important role in determining lawyer standards. Other changes to this edition include more citing authorities, fewer black letter questions and issues in each problem to allow more time for discussion and questions; and the integration of readings into discussion materials. Read more
The new edition of this well-received text includes the same format and cogent writing style as the previous edition but with updated information to reflect the many recent changes in the legal field. A comprehensive package of materials is also available to meet the needs of instructors and students. Read more
Pursuing a Career As a Paralegal: Everything You Need To Know To Become a Paralegal
This book covers several topics including:
Chapter 1: What Is A Paralegal
Chapter 2: How Can You Become A Paralegal
Chapter 3: A Paralegals Workday
Chapter 4: Considering Specialized Fields Of Law As A Paralegal
Chapter 5: How Working As A Paralegal Can Enrich Your Life
Chapter 6: Credentials For Paralegals
Chapter 7: Paralegal Training For Young People
Chapter 8: How To Decide If You Really Want To Become A Paralegal
Chapter 9: A Paralegal Does More Than Make Coffee
Chapter 10: Networking An Excellent Tool For Paralegals
Chapter 11: Paralegal Study Through Distance Learning
Chapter 12: Continuing Legal Education For Paralegals
Chapter 13: Paralegals And Conflict Of Interest
Chapter 14: Paralegals And Document Preparation
Chapter 15: Paralegals And Standards
Chapter 16: Paralegals And The Professional Code Of Ethics
Chapter 17: Why Pro Bono Work Is Important For A Paralegal
Chapter 18: What Can You Expectfrom Paralegal Training
Chapter 19: Why You Might Like To Become A Paralegal
Chapter 20: Where Can You Find Good Resources For Paralegals
Chapter 21: Paralegals And Notary Public Services
Chapter 22: Why The Paralegal Field Is An Excellent Choice For A Career Change
Chapter 23: Why The Paralegal Field Needs You
Chapter 24: Paralegals And Unauthorized Practice Of Law
Chapter 25: Would Becoming A Freelance Paralegal Be A Good Option For You Read more
This essential reference tool for workers' compensation practitioners contains all of the pertinent laws and regulations needed. It includes: tables and schedules for determining compensation payments and medical fees; United States Code provisions; California worker-related statutes from 16 different codes; selected rules from the California Code of Regulations Titles 2 and 8. Extensive cross-references to Hanna, California Law of Employee Injuries and Workers' Compensation and Workers' Compensation and Herlick, California Workers' Compensation Handbook. CD-ROM. A CD-ROM containing the latest edition of the book is included. The CD-ROM can be used as a desk reference tool or in your computer laptop while you're attending hearings and conferences. Read more
Visually engaging, enticing and current examples with an overall focus on business.
Legal Environment of Business and E-Commerce; Torts, Crimes, and Intellectual Property; Contracts and E-Commerce; Domestic and International Sales and Lease Contracts; Negotiable Instruments and E-Money; Credit, Secured Transactions, and Bankruptcy; Agency and Employment; Business Organizations and Ethics; Government Regulation; Property; Special Topics; Global Environment
MARKET: Business Law continues its dedication to being the most engaging text for readers by featuring a visually appealing format with enticing and current examples while maintaining its focus on business.
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A market leader used by more colleges and universities than any other business law text, West's Business Law continues to set the standard for making classic black letter law accessible, interesting, and relevant to business students. This Tenth Edition refines and builds upon traditions established when the book was first introduced: authoritative content blended with cutting-edge coverage of contemporary topics and cases and an unmatched selection of innovative, high-quality support materials. Read more
The Collier Pamphlet Edition is an indispensable reference for every bankruptcy lawyer. The Pamphlet Edition provides desktop access to the full text of the Bankruptcy Code and the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure in an easy-to-use, quick-reference format, along with invaluable commentary and case summaries. The commentary and case summaries are written by Collier Editors-in-Chief Alan N. Resnick and Henry J. Sommer. Part 1 contains the complete and up-to-date Bankruptcy Code, selected legislative history, and relevant sections of the Judicial Code and other statutory provisions. Also included are cross-references to other Collier publications, expert commentary and relevant case summaries. Part 2 contains the complete and up-to-date text of the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, as well as the new and amended Official Forms in Bankruptcy. Part 2 also contains the Advisory Committee Notes, Letters of Transmittal and other rule history, cross-references to other Collier publications, expert commentary, and relevant case summaries. Part 3 is the popular and compact Portable Pamphlet, which comprises the full text of the Code and Rules in one handy volume. It's the perfect tool to take to court or on the road. Read more
This exciting text assists aspiring business managers in recognizing the legal issues relevant to maintaining and doing business in an e-commerce world. It covers relevant legal issues, applicable court decisions, federal and state statutes, administrative rulings, legal literature, and ethical considerations relating to Internet law. Read more
Every business needs some form of legal service readily accessible. Law touches on to every activity of the business. Before opening the business, for instance, there are certain legal requirements that need to be taken care of. Everyday that the business operates it risks the chance of running into potential trouble, most likely with an irate customer, which may need some form of legal procedure. Anticipating a business’ legal needs should be one priority in the business owner’s list of things to do. Be that as it may that the business will not need to deal with legalities on a daily basis, it is still a matter needing preparation in case something of a legal nature will happen. Different businesses will need different forms of legal help. How much and how often your business will require some form of legal service will be determined by your business needs. This book will help the new business owner make sound decisions for his business’ legal needs. It will help him understand what type of legal help should be obtained and how he can find affordable lawyers or legal services so that there is legal help readily on hand to deal with the legal issues of his online business. Read more
LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS is the #1 text for this course--setting the standard by delivering comprehensive, authoritative, and cutting-edge coverage in an interesting and accessible format. Its recipe for success includes the same "black letter law" flavor as its #1 Business Law counterpart Business Law by Clarkson, Miller, Jentz, and Cross, but with a more specific focus on current topics like ethics, government regulation, and administrative law. The cases, content, and features of the exciting new 7th edition have been meticulously and thoroughly updated, representing the latest developments. An excellent assortment of cases ranges from precedent-setting landmarks to recent decisions. Ethical, global, and e-commerce themes are integrated throughout, and numerous critical thinking exercises challenge students to apply what they've learned to real-world issues. The text also offers an unmatched range of support materials -- including innovative online teaching and learning resources. It's no wonder that LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS is used by more colleges and universities than any other business law text. Read more
WEST'S LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS is the #1 text for this course--setting the standard by delivering comprehensive, authoritative, and cutting-edge coverage in an interesting and accessible format. Its recipe for success includes the same "black letter law" flavor as its #1 Business Law counterpart, West's Business Law, but with a more specific focus on current topics like ethics, government regulation, and administrative law. Updated and expanded teaching materials, including the new West's Legal Environment NOW online assignment administration tool, keep this text unmatched in its ability to support the key objectives of the course. Read more
A Great Reference Source For Business Leaders and Their Professionals Each year billions of dollars of business credit and contracts are restructured under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. In the process, substantial fortunes are reallocated. Debtors in Chapter 11 reorganizations range from some of the largest business entities in the world to small local businesses. When these companies file for protection from creditors under Chapter 11, new problems and opportunities are created. Mr. Alderman draws upon over twenty years of experience counseling clients to explain the key legal theories and offer practical and tactical advice to business leaders, stakeholders and their advisors. "This book should be a part of the libraries of management, practitioners and accountants. It is comprehensive." The Halyard Restructuring Group, LLC. "This well organized and comprehensive book will be a great asset for anyone on either side of a Business Bankruptcy." William Wright, President & Publisher, Park Ave Publishers Inc. "This book is a great reference source with a wealth of insightful information - No accounting firm's library will be complete without a copy." James E. Schultz, CPA, Sheptoff, Reuber & Co. Read more
The essential tax-strategy book for entrepreneurs who call themselves "boss."
Named a "Best Tax Book" by Entrepreneur magazine
Develop the best tax plan for your small business, learn the ins and outs of the tax code and create comprehensive strategies to get back the most from the IRS. Understanding the tax system is vital to the health of every small business. Virtually every decision a business makes has tax consequences that can affect its bottom line -- and the IRS is always watching.
Tax Savvy for Small Business provides essential information that will free up your time and money for what counts -- running your business effectively. It explains how to:
From Victim to Victor has a CD attached to the inside of the book. This CD (for a PC or Mac) with steps, letters including laws, forms, affidavit and resources, allow you to complete essential correspondence to various agencies by filling in the blanks, completing the forms and affidavit, and surfing directly to dozens of helpful website resources. You’ll have peace of mind knowing you have written a professional legal letter to effectively resolve your problems. It’s like having your own lawyer coach showing you the way at a fraction of the cost of even one hour of attorney time. It is a lifesaver for you to regain your identity. Read more
Pursuing a Career As a Paralegal: Everything You Need To Know To Become a Paralegal
This book covers several topics including:
Chapter 1: What Is A Paralegal
Chapter 2: How Can You Become A Paralegal
Chapter 3: A Paralegals Workday
Chapter 4: Considering Specialized Fields Of Law As A Paralegal
Chapter 5: How Working As A Paralegal Can Enrich Your Life
Chapter 6: Credentials For Paralegals
Chapter 7: Paralegal Training For Young People
Chapter 8: How To Decide If You Really Want To Become A Paralegal
Chapter 9: A Paralegal Does More Than Make Coffee
Chapter 10: Networking An Excellent Tool For Paralegals
Chapter 11: Paralegal Study Through Distance Learning
Chapter 12: Continuing Legal Education For Paralegals
Chapter 13: Paralegals And Conflict Of Interest
Chapter 14: Paralegals And Document Preparation
Chapter 15: Paralegals And Standards
Chapter 16: Paralegals And The Professional Code Of Ethics
Chapter 17: Why Pro Bono Work Is Important For A Paralegal
Chapter 18: What Can You Expectfrom Paralegal Training
Chapter 19: Why You Might Like To Become A Paralegal
Chapter 20: Where Can You Find Good Resources For Paralegals
Chapter 21: Paralegals And Notary Public Services
Chapter 22: Why The Paralegal Field Is An Excellent Choice For A Career Change
Chapter 23: Why The Paralegal Field Needs You
Chapter 24: Paralegals And Unauthorized Practice Of Law
Chapter 25: Would Becoming A Freelance Paralegal Be A Good Option For You Read more
Keep your corporation valid in the eyes of the IRS and courts
If you've taken the time to turn your business into a corporation, chances are you'd like to see it stay that way. Your business card may say "incorporated," but if the courts and the IRS think differently, it's closing time. Meeting minutes are the primary paper trail of your corporation's legal life, so it's essential to know when and how to prepare these minutes.
The Corporate Records Handbook provides all the forms and instructions you need to stay legal, including:
With a long history of accuracy and up-to-date coverage, SMITH AND ROBERSON'S BUSINESS LAW is the most complete and credible text available, equipping you with a thorough understanding of the key issues in business law. Completely updated, the new 14th edition of this classic features a comprehensive, detailed, and thorough presentation of business law issues ranging from traditional topics to new laws and emerging trends. End-of-chapter cases offer an excellent mix of landmark and current cases and include edited facts and decisions to preserve the language of the court, letting you apply the law to real business practice. SMITH AND ROBERSON'S BUSINESS LAW, 14e, gives you solid insight into the many ways that laws impact how you--and your future employer--practice business. Read more
Keep your hard-earned money in your home business!
Completely updated for 2010 returns
Tax deductions are essential to any business, but even more so when your office is also your home. Don't spend thousands on an accountant --turn to Home Business Tax Deductions and do it yourself!
Home Business Tax Deductions will help you write off:
