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 As more and more government officials, scholars, and others weigh in, it appears that a new type of cold war has developed between America and Russia. Right now, it’s difficult to know if it will keep growing or what repercussions may develop, especially in light of the Ukraine situation, the tragic passenger airline that was recently shot down, and …

Oddly enough, disabled workers often experience as many problems as ex-cons and the elderly when it comes to securing gainful employment. Part of this problem stems from worries that the disabled will require highly expensive workplace accommodations. Also, many employers fear that the disabled will often be absent frequently due to their various health issues. …

As appealing as it may sound to stop commuting and wear a T-shirt and jeans while running your business from home, that’s not always the best option for some sole proprietors. For example, if your spouse is taking care of your small children at home and you need plenty of peace and quiet so you …

We all want to value our businesses in ways that will let them increase their chances of attracting new clients, investors or loans. Yet there are a myriad of ways to do this that are usually quite ethical.             One approach is to use one of the “rule of thumb” approaches — these “quick and …

There are many different ways that corporations can combine with others. There are “merger-type” transactions where the larger or wealthier “Corporation A” simply acquires “Corporation B,” so that the shareholders of “Corporation B” just wind up with stock in “Corporation A” (after surrendering all of their controlling rights/assets in “Corporation B).” These types of transactions …

While many people will tell you that there’s no one, basic definition for the term “insider trading,” there actually is a general consensus about what it means. In a nutshell, to be found guilty of this crime, a person must of have either bought or sold stock in a publicly traded company while making use …

    Since the state of Georgia is among the roughly one-third of all states* still governed by the Uniform Partnership Act (UPA), it recognizes the following stages of partnership dissolution referenced by that Act. These three stages are: dissolution winding up termination Additional information about each of these stages is set forth below. Activities Commonly …

When you hear company names like Pfizer, Merck, Bayer and a few others, you know you’re talking about some of the most successful pharmaceutical companies in the world. They each usually know when the timing is right to try and merge with a competitor, although some efforts will always be rebuffed.At present, Pfizer’s attempt to …

Unfortunately, many people fail to outgrow their sibling rivalry issues in childhood and arrive at their new jobs, eager to play up to the boss at the expense of their new coworkers. While this may at first seem harmless, it can quickly help create a hostile work environment for some people.                                                                                                                                            While it’s very important to …

  Becoming your own boss sounds like a dream come true to many people who’ve spent far too many years toiling away in tiny corporate cubicles. Yet as wonderful as it may sound to finally leave behind certain types of supervisors and colleagues, striking out on your own often  requires long hours spent completing projects …

If you work full-time in a fast-paced office, chances are you regularly encounter many challenges leading to either triumph or defeat. While most of us welcome the chance to have others applaud our successes, many of us feel quite threatened when our best efforts lead to either disappointment or failure.                                                                                                  Fortunately, maturity tells …

When corporations are trying to discourage outside groups or companies from making takeover bids, they often use defensive maneuvers called “shark repellents.”  Yet before any steps can be taken to discourage a bidder, corporations must normally get them approved by more than half of their shareholders. Here are some activities (or prior arrangements) frequently used …