Whether you seek to form a new business entity or currently operate your existing business as a sole proprietorship or partnership, setting it up as a Limited Liability Company, aka LLC, can provide you with significant advantages. As its name implies, an LLC limits...
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Are you familiar with these common employee grievances?
As a small business owner, you may not have much experience managing employees. If not, you likely are not aware of common reasons employees file HR complaints. Forbes dives into common employee grievances. Learn how to make your employees happy while working with...
Which business structure should I choose?
Among the many other decisions new business owners must make, they also need to choose a business structure or entity. There are several different types of business structures, each of which affects essential aspects of your commercial enterprise. Choosing the wrong...
How pest control companies can keep customers safe
Although chemicals can effectively kill insects and household pests, they can cause health problems for family members. When you start a pest control company in Alabama, take steps to ensure the products you use are safe. These strategies can help you protect your...
Does your business produce hazardous waste?
Alabama business owners may need to pay attention to hazardous waste laws in the future. Plenty of smaller scale businesses produce hazardous waste. This is not just a big business issue. Small businesses should know guidelines about hazardous waste disposal, too....
Misclassification of employees can lead to IRS penalties
For small businesses, correctly classifying workers is crucial. Companies that misclassify employees may face investigations and audits by government authorities. A business must understand the nature of the relationship between itself and its workers. This...
What do you need to start a small business in Alabama?
If you have an idea for a small business in Alabama, it is likely an exciting time in your life. You have an opportunity to bring people a helpful service or product while making a sound income yourself. It is crucial to the success of your business that you follow...
Medical marijuana faces vote, small businesses face HR conflicts
Small business owners in Alabama continuously work to maintain a delicate balance between federal and state employment laws and their own workplace policies. As legislators seek to ensure that all Americans have equal opportunities to work, regulations sometimes...
Should you take on a business partner?
There are many things to think about when starting a business, and some people wonder if they should take on a partner. There are many benefits to having a business partner, but it is not necessarily the right move for everyone. For those who decide it is in the...
What Kinds of Mediation Are There?
Mediation is an effective way for small businesses to keep their disputes out of court and overhead costs low. There are several advantages to mediation, including preserving relationships, reducing stress, and potentially saving a lot of money in court fees. However,...