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Update Your Credit Knowledge

It is a mistake to look at technology first and then try to apply it to your business. Learn how to determine your business needs before you buy,...

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Suing for Breach of Contract

A contract is an agreement between two or more parties that creates an obligation to do or not do something. A breach of contract is the existence...

Contracts Law

Licensing vs. Manufacturing: What's Best for Your Product?

You've got a great idea for a new product. But how do you decide whether to license your idea or manufacture the product yourself?

Consumer Law

What Is a FICO Score and How Does It Affect My Mortgage Loan?

FICO credit scores tell lenders how good or bad a risk you are when it comes to lending you money. If you have a FICO score of 650 or higher, you...

Intellectual Property Law

What Legal Rights Do You Have Once You Own a Domain Name?

Before you claim a legal right to your domain name, make sure that you have a basis for your claim. Simply registering a domain name does not...

Tax Law

Tax Considerations for New Businesses

I'm starting a new business. Can you tell me what's most important from a tax perspective? This is a tough question to answer. There are many...

Business News

Earl threatens East Coast with weekend pounding

Hurricane warning issued for Mass. as East Coast braces for weekend pounding by Earl

Gulf oil platform explodes, burning off La. coast

Coast Guard: Offshore oil platform in Gulf of Mexico explodes, all 13 crew accounted for

Stocks edge higher after jobs, housing reports

Stocks inch up after pending home sales, factory orders rise and unemployment claims dip

Burger King agrees to $3.26B buyout by 3G Capital

3G Capital to acquire Burger King for $24 per share, or $3.26 billion