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What’s the Difference Between an Employee and ?
One of the most difficult things about running your own business is finding good employees. Particularly during busy seasons for your business, you may find yourself considering turning to temporary employees or independent contractors to meet the needs of your business. It is important that you know the differences between employees and independent contractors… Read More »
Reduce Your Small Business Liability
Some of the riskiest loans in the eyes of lenders are those made to small businesses, or more particularly start-up businesses. This is especially true if there is little to no revenue and hardly any credit history on which to base their decision. In order to decrease their risk, lenders almost always will require… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Contesting a Will
Whether you are the executor of an estate defending a will, or an heir contesting it, you need to know that contesting a will in the Sunshine state can be messy. Contesting a will essentially means that you want the court to void an existing will and throw it out of court as if… Read More »
Estate Planning After a New Baby
Congratulations! You’ve just welcomed a little bundle of joy into your life and what was a family of two is now a family of three. You’ve baby proofed the house, found the perfect name, and bought all of the necessities to take care of your little one. But have you created your estate plan?… Read More »
Caregivers Often Put Themselves on the Back Burner
It is common for elderly clients to visit their attorney assisted by a family member or caregiver so they can plan their estate and long-term care. Caregivers see exactly what happens to a person’s finances, peace of mind the family receives, and the ability to make decisions that happens when an estate plan, trust,… Read More »
Get Your Nonprofit Organization Off to a Good Start with the Help of an Attorney
A nonprofit organization can be a driving force for change and give you the opportunity to change the world in which we live. It is something that many of us have hopes and dreams of doing. However, to set up a nonprofit organization in the state of Florida, you have to follow a very… Read More »
Is an LLC an Option for Protecting Your Assets?
Creditor protection and asset protection are often used interchangeably; however, they are not the same. When it comes to your estate assets, these are any items of value that you own including business interests, financial accounts, real estate, and even personal property. Asset protection is taking the right steps to ensure your assets are… Read More »
Even the Smallest Businesses Need an Employee Handbook
Regardless of the size of your company, you should have an employee handbook. Many business owners don’t realize that an employee handbook is just as important as any other foundational document. It should serve as a go-to document for your employees and management and just like any other type of organized system, it will… Read More »
Changes in Life That Require a Change in Your Estate Plan
Estate planning is a necessary part of getting older. It is when we develop a strategy for managing and caring for our estate if we are incapacitated or when we die. One of the common purposes for estate planning is minimizing costs and taxes, however it should also name a person that will take… Read More »
Reasons Why Florida May Be the Best State for Start Up Businesses
Everyone knows that Florida is a great place to retire. What many people don’t realize it is also a great place for young entrepreneurs and middle age individuals to relocate and settle down. Florida not only has the perfect warm climate, but it is also a great place to start your small business. An… Read More »
