Tomorrow’s BIZ networking luncheon features Jonni Tonnemacher, a CPA specializing in fraud detection services. Learn how to identify fraud in your business and implement controls to prevent fraud from occurring.
I have not heard Jonni talk previously but the topic is fascinating. It is downright scary how much fraud occurs in business. Don’t be
I am frequently involved with the purchase and/or sale of a business. Often the purchaser discovers the business through a business broker. In the Des Moines area, it seems as though several of the business brokers convince prospective buyers to make an offer before seeking legal advice or reviewing the basic terms before the offer is signed. (i.e. price, financing terms
In his new blog, Marc Ward of the Dickinson Law Firm, sets out some key changes to the new Iowa LLC Act. One important issue to remember is that by default under the current law, Iowa LLCs are member managed unless unless the articles of organization or the operating agreement provides for management by manager(s).
Former general counsel and small business owner, Anita Campbell, offers sage advice in her post on the Build a Solo Practice Blog about how to write a better contract . What is the better contract in Anita’s view?
The Small Business Administration (SBA) and FranNet have teamed up to offer an online training course for those interested in franchising.
The free online course on franchise basics provides three key sections that examine more than 10 essential areas relating to franchising, including Whether Franchising Right for You and How to Choose the Right
Anita Campbell of Small Business Trends shares her thoughts about how to avoid the contract from hell on the Build a Solo Practice site.
As a former general counsel and now a small business owner, Anita has been on both sides of the fence when it comes to contracts. According to Anita, here are some things
Teri Rasmussen of the Ohio Practical Business Law Counsel blog has gathered some excellent resources for those who are interested in pursuing a franchise to start a business.
Thanks to Teri for referring to a couple of my blog posts but I also recommend checking out the Small Business Administration’s consumer guide to buying
In a recent blog post, Daniel Schwartz of the Connecticut Employment Law Blog reminds employers just how important it is to notify insurers under their employment practices liability insurance.
This advice is not just critical in the employment context. It is vital for every type of insurance your business may have. If a claim
The vote on the new Polk County courthouse was soundly defeated last night. But the overcrowding, lack of security and safety issues still exist.
Unfortunately in these situations timing is everything. Like the good defense attorney that does not want a trial during the December holiday season, it is tough to imagine voters approving the
I ask you to please consider "Yes" this coming Tuesday, April 29th for a new courthouse here in Polk County.
The case for a new courthouse is overwhelming. Even the opposition does not reasonably argue there isn’t a need. Rather the opposition believes we should just put it off for tomorrow. The trouble with that
