Without an appropriate signed agreement between the business owner and developer, many costly problems could arise surrounding intellectual property rights, confidentiality and project deliverables, among other things.

Because small businesses aim to become big businesses, there are a number of important legal and tax issues to consider when forming your business.

Two recent U.S. Supreme Court opinions are good news for employers. One involved a claim of retaliation and the other revolved around alleged harassment by a co-worker.

Although applicable large employers will not be assessed a penalty in 2014, they should use the transitional period wisely and plan for compliance in 2015. The delay in enforcement does not alter any other ACA deadlines or rules and does not signal a potential repeal of the ACA.

Without proper permission, your business could pay a hefty price if it’s caught using an image that was snagged via Google images, Twitter or the like. Despite the virtual plethora of image options online, you’ll want to be sure your company is not violating copyright infringement laws.

For example, adoption of revised Dissolved Oxygen (DO) criteria is a very favorable development for business interests such as permittees and dischargers since it reflects natural Florida conditions where DO lower than the previous criteria are common, even in pristine water bodies.

Every woman should consider having these five legal documents that appoint others to act on their behalf and provide a plan of action in the event of their incapacity and death.

Florida companies and trade groups have until May 10, 2013 to submit written comments concerning the proposed U.S. – EU free trade agreement.

Public debate on issues that impact consumers is healthy and appropriate. It is equally appropriate to discuss the importance of diversity in energy sources and the benefits of long-term reliability and viability.