Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Presents New Risk for Franchisors
No U.S. franchisor has faced an action brought against it under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, a 35-year-old law that prohibits U.S. firms and individuals from bribing foreign government officials. But that is just a matter of time.
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The Pathology of Failed Law Firms
A few of the problems that faced Dewey & LeBoeuf were unique, while others were not. Nor is Dewey alone; more than 10 large and prominent firms have failed in the past decade. This article focuses on the pathology of failed law firms.
The Effect of the Pension Protection Act of 2006 ' 408(b)(2)
With the effective date (July 1, 2012) upon us, the uproar surrounding the new disclosure regulations affecting retirement plans is beginning to gain momentum as the definitive question continues to be asked: Will the Pension Protection Act's § 408(b)(2) be a much-needed addition to the process surrounding opening the veil to plan expenses or will it simply cause further damage to an already weak overall retirement solution for millions of Americans?
Taxes 101 for New Law Firm Owners
This article addresses the key items a newly promoted law firm owner should know regarding his or her changed individual tax situation.
<b><i>Online Extra:</i> Client Audits: A Prelude to Growth and Profits</b>
Client audits have proven to be a valuable tool in support of a law firm's strategic plan and related client relationship expansion efforts.
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<B><i>Online Extra:<b></i> Doing Well By Doing Good: Law Firm Social Responsibility</b>
Corporations increasingly subscribe to the principle of corporate social responsibility. CSR is based on the belief that a demonstration of concern for the environment, human rights, community development and the welfare of their employees can make a corporation more profitable. And if not more profitable, at least a better place to work.
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<b><i>Online Extra:</i> A Baker's Dozen of the Top (Mostly Free) Useful Web Tools</b>
I've written in the past about free Web tools, and unsurprisingly, Google continues to top the charts. Sometimes, however, you want tools that are more comprehensive and can be tailored to your needs.
<B><i>Online Extra:</b></i> Doing Well By Doing Good: Law Firm Social Responsibility
Corporations increasingly subscribe to the principle of corporate social responsibility. CSR is based on the belief that a demonstration of concern for the environment, human rights, community development and the welfare of their employees can make a corporation more profitable. And if not more profitable, at least a better place to work.
<b><i>Online Extra:</b></i> A Baker's Dozen of the Top (Mostly Free) Useful Web Tools
I've written in the past about free Web tools, and unsurprisingly, Google continues to top the charts. Sometimes, however, you want tools that are more comprehensive and can be tailored to your needs.
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