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Tax Collecting for Online Sales
For web-based businesses, sorting out online sales taxes comes down to separating myth from reality. Read more
Massachusetts Approves Nation's Highest Minimum Wage
The state will raise its wage to $8 an hour, angering some small businesses. Read more
Congress and Small Business: Good News, Bad News and No News
Congress served up some good news and not-so-good news for entrepreneurs this past session. Read more
The Home Depot 
Bernie Marcus, founder of The Home Depot, addresses how Sarbanes-Oxley affects small business owners today. He encourages all small business owners to get... Watch video
Small-Business Groups Hail Executive Order on Eminent Domain
President Bush instructed federal agencies to limit the seizure of private homes and businesses. Read more
Employers Could Face More Discrimination Suits
A new Supreme Court ruling makes it easier for workers to sue for on-the-job discrimination. Read more
Philadelphia Votes to Ban Smoking in Bars and Restaurants
Pending Mayor John Street's signature, the city will join New York and Washington in requiring smoke-free workplaces. Read more
The Sorry Laws
A sincere apology is a good way to avoid a lawsuit, but it can backfire. That's because in some states, courts can treat "I'm sorry" as "I'm guilty." Ask you... Read more
Hiring Immigrants
The question of what to do with undocumented workers recently has re-emphasized the point that employers need to fully understand their responsibilities when... Read more
Company's Legal Woes Cause Trouble for Another Firm
The CEO of Louisville, Ky.-based iGate recently pleaded guilty to bribery. Read more
Inc. 500 Company Fends Off Lawsuits, Customer Complaints
International Profit Associates has also come under scrutiny because of its political contributions. Read more
Sarbanes-Oxley Takes Toll on Smaller Firms
New reports show that more public companies are reverting to private ownership because of high compliance costs. Read more
Opposition to Health-Care Bill Gains Momentum
New Hampshire’s governor became the latest state official to speak out against association health plans. Read more
Employers Face Racketeering Charges
RICO isn't just for the Mob anymore. Read more
The Case For Paying Chargebacks
Chargebacks are the dirty little secret of the fashion industry. Read more
One Internet, Indivisible
The single, unified Internet we've grown accustomed to is fragmenting. Read more
Gearing Up for 2006 Taxes
Just finished your 2005 return? Well get ready for 2006. Read more
Small-Business Owners Lend Support at Immigration Rallies
As hundreds of thousands of immigrants and supporters took to the streets, some of their employers also joined in. Read more
Get Healthy…Or Else
Employers are getting a lot more serious about their wellness programs. But can you tell employees they're not allowed to smoke--even at home? Read more
When Minutes Count
Recordkeeping can be a boring and troublesome chore that no one wants to do. But keeping good corporate minutes is vital to shareholders who want to maintain... Read more
Who Loves You in D.C. (And Who Doesn't)
Most people in and around the government are beholden to Corporate America and don't pay attention to (let alone understand) the needs of entrepreneurs. E... Watch video
Study: Men Twice As Likely to Start Businesses
Although companies run by men and women succeed at equal rates, a startup gender gap persists. Read more
How to Handle Legal and Tax Issues
The Law and Taxation guides section offers tax law guides, information on small business laws to help you improve your small business tax strategy. Read more
SBA Offers Improvements for Junk Fax Prevention Act
The law is designed to reduce the number of unsolicited fax advertisements that businesses receive. Read more
West Virginia Raises Minimum Wage
More than 20 states have taken up similar bills, drawing ire among some small-business owners. Read more
Senate Takes Up AHPs -- Again
After a series of delays, a vote on association health plans is expected on Wednesday. Read more
Arkansas Program To Target Uninsured Workers
The new Arkansas Safety Net Benefit Program seeks to help small-business employees without health coverage. Read more
Association Health Plans Gain Traction in Senate
A Senate committee will consider a bill that could make insurance more affordable for small businesses. Read more
Tax Battle Moves to Supreme Court
Ohio business owners argue that large corporations should not receive state tax incentives. Read more
Deducting Your Home Office Expenses
Home office deductions can offer excellent tax savings for entrepreneurs. However, there are very specific rules that apply to home-based small business owners. Read more
Trade-Group Mergers Spawn Study
Southern Illinois University is examining how a wave of trade-association mergers will affect small businesses. Read more
California Companies Await Building Boom
Small construction firms are eager to get a piece of the state’s proposed $222.6 billion public-works project. Read more
An Outsourcing Case Study [Audio]
With revenue flattening, David Galbenski needed a bold new plan. But was outsourcing everything to India really the right move? Darren Dahl speaks to some... Watch video
Debate Rages Over Guns at Work
A new bill that would forbid employers from banning guns is drawing fire. Read more
