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Employee or Independent Contractor?... That is the Question!
Twice in as many weeks, a client has called with a question about the characterization of a possible new hire. And, although it has been three years since the Massachusetts legislature passed the law that a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly headline referred to as "an earthquake for employers in Massachusetts," the aftershocks continue to be felt.

California's Not a Big Entrepreneurship State
In playing with Google Insight I started checking trends on entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship. Has that sort of thing become, you know, passe, since the dot-com bubble burst and the Web 2.0 thing is waning? Or is it growing, at least as evidenced by people's search behavior on Google?
From Sharecropper's Daughter to College President
My mother used to say, "As the twig is bent, the tree shall grow." I believe that Ruth Simmons, once president of the highly-prestigious Smith College in Massachusetts, is the classic example of the truth of that statement. She is currently serving as President of Brown University. She is also the epitome of the American Dream and living proof that it is still alive and well in America.
Laid-off IT workers strike out on their own
The multiple opportunities available to laid-off technology workers who want to work for themselves has been highlighted in a new Computerworld article. Some IT employees have been using their skills to start their own consulting businesses, while others turn to online employment marketplaces to find freelance and contract jobs.

Let's face it... employee wages are sacrosanct
The sooner Massachusetts small business owners accept this, the sooner they can stop having skirmishes and "misunderstandings" with the Attorney General's office that only result in frustration, penalties and ill will on all sides.
Myths and Mysteries: I Thought I Couldn't be Sued Personally if I Formed a Corporation
One of the results of last month's newsletter regarding the Massachusetts Homestead law (in addition to several clients finally filing for full homestead protection), was this common question: "Why should I worry about personal liability for business obligations… I formed a corporation?"

Proven Alternatives To Lowering Prices
Many businesses struggle with pricing issues. Maybe you're frustrated with low price competition. Since you need profit to have a healthy business, there is a lot to gain by understanding what motivates people to buy. Discover how you can prosper even if competitors are slashing prices.

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There's a New Sheriff in Town... and She's Taking No Prisoners!
With an effective date of July 13, 2008, the Massachusetts Legislature last month passed a rigid new law, the effect of which will automatically triple the damages, plus add court costs and attorney fees, for employees who win payment of wage disputes against their employers.

Employee or Independent Contractor?... That is the Question!
Twice in as many weeks, a client has called with a question about the characterization of a possible new hire. And, although it has been three years since the Massachusetts legislature passed the law that a Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly headline referred to as "an earthquake for employers in Massachusetts," the aftershocks continue to be felt.

Massachusetts Enacts Legislation To Protect Personal Information
Massachusetts has joined other states, including California, Texas, New York, Oregon, and Maryland, to enact legislation that protects the privacy of personal information. The regulations apply to any businesses or individuals that own, license, store or maintain personal information about a state resident.

Complying with the New Data Security Law
A new law has been bestowed upon the business community by the Great and General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts that is so important, I feel compelled to share the details. As the year goes on, you will no doubt hear more about this requirement, so please consider this an introduction and a gentle nudge in the direction of beginning the process. Without further ado, I share with you an outline of the strictest law in the United States on protecting personal information of residents.

Deadline Approaching for Mass Data Security Law: No More Time to Procrastinate
The March 1, 2010 deadline for compliance with the Massachusetts Data security Laws is fast approaching and will not likely be further extended. This law effects any business or individual who stores data on any Massachusetts resident whose unauthorized access might compromise the privacy of that individual’s personal information. Failure to comply could be costly. Compliance for some may be very simple, while for others it could be both complicate and expensive.

Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Ignore This at Your Peril!
It's been almost two years since I wrote to warn you about the perils of hiring "independent contractors" under the 2004 amendments to the Massachusetts law. Since then, the status has not improved and litigation has begun to shape its future. Let's review the current rules in Massachusetts.
So You Thought Non-Compete Agreements Were Safe? Think again.
Have you ever had a departing employee set up shop next door (literally or figuratively) and compete with you? It's a frustrating experience, and one which leads many small business owners to overreact by imposing non-compete agreements on all employees from that day forward. If this is you, take heed. If the Massachusetts Legislature has its way, that option won't be open to you for much longer.
From Sharecropper's Daughter to College President
My mother used to say, "As the twig is bent, the tree shall grow." I believe that Ruth Simmons, once president of the highly-prestigious Smith College in Massachusetts, is the classic example of the truth of that statement. She is currently serving as President of Brown University. She is also the epitome of the American Dream and living proof that it is still alive and well in America.
Let's face it... employee wages are sacrosanct
The sooner Massachusetts small business owners accept this, the sooner they can stop having skirmishes and "misunderstandings" with the Attorney General's office that only result in frustration, penalties and ill will on all sides.
Myths and Mysteries: I Thought I Couldn't be Sued Personally if I Formed a Corporation
One of the results of last month's newsletter regarding the Massachusetts Homestead law (in addition to several clients finally filing for full homestead protection), was this common question: "Why should I worry about personal liability for business obligations… I formed a corporation?"

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