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Kelsey Miller Jul 8, 2021 Employment

Employer Discrimination: What You Need to Know About Your Rights

Understanding your rights in the workplace is essential when facing potential discrimination. Employers are prohibited from making decisions based on protected characteristics, including race, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin. Knowing how the law defines fair treatment empowers employees to recognize unlawful behavior, pursue appropriate remedies, and protect long-term career prospects. Awareness of legal […]

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Liam Sellers Jul 7, 2021 Business

An Introduction to Patents: How to Find Out If Your Idea Is Already Patented

Patents are a legal tool the U.S. federal government provides to help inventors protect their designs. Once you’ve been granted a patent, your invention becomes yours to build or to license to others for a period of time, usually between 10 and 20 years. Find out how to search for an existing patent when you’re […]

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Liam Sellers Jul 6, 2021 Business

How Sole Proprietorships Work

Is a sole proprietorship right for you? With minimal legal and financial requirements, it’s the easiest way to structure a small business. Owners can enjoy being their own boss; however, they’re also personally liable for any debt or losses. Understanding the advantages and disadvantages can help you as you consider your options when establishing this […]

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Important IRS Employment Forms and What They Mean

The Internal Revenue Service, better known as the IRS, has a hand in many of the ways employment and income tax collection function in the United States. In order to ensure all income is accurately documented for reporting purposes, there are a number of IRS forms used in the process of hiring and onboarding employees. […]

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Thomas Rosen Jul 7, 2021 Wills & Trusts

How to Find Out If You Have Unclaimed Money from the Government

Every year, billions of dollars in unclaimed money and property are turned over to federal and state governments. The good news is that searchable online resources make it simple to find and claim lost property. But where and how do you search for unclaimed assets without falling victim to dangerous scams? What Is Unclaimed Property? […]

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Bronwyn Fields Jun 25, 2021 Medical

Common Types of Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice occurs when a healthcare professional’s actions fall below accepted standards, causing harm to a patient. Understanding common types can help individuals recognize when a preventable error may have contributed to an injury or worsening condition. Issues can arise in diagnosis, treatment, medication management, surgical procedures, or follow-up care. Awareness of how mistakes occur […]

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Larissa Holt Jun 22, 2021 Personal & Family

Spousal Support 101: Everything You Need to Know

Spousal support is something that is often requested during a divorce or separation, but it’s something that a lot of people don’t actually understand. While it may seem like all situations are eligible for spousal support of some kind, the truth is that there are very specific rules in place for when spousal support comes […]

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