Business & Corporate Law Posts

501(c)(3) status: what it takes to become tax-exempt

07/06/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

The 7 Rivers Region has a rich tradition of philanthropy. Read More »

Hiring foreign workers often as easy as hiring citizens

06/06/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

Raids by U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement officers illustrate the worst that can happen when employers ignore or knowingly disregard labor laws regulating the employment of non-citizen workers. Read More »

Business valuations have many uses

05/31/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

Many business owners work day in and day out to build value in their companies, but few know the actual value of their enterprise. Read More »

Taxes, Automobiles and Your Business: A Guide to Deductions

04/16/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

When it comes to paying taxes, it’s perfectly natural — even wise — to look for every possible deduction. Read More »

Accommodating customers with physical disabilities is smart business

04/09/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

Unless you’ve experienced a physical disability, it’s hard to understand the complexities of getting around independently in the world today. Read More »

International markets offer opportunities ... and challenges

03/05/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

World markets may be at your fingertips, but buying and selling across the world is much more complicated than clicking the mouse a few times. Read More »

International business: you need more than just a handshake

03/05/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

Business once was done with just a handshake, a symbol of trust. In the international market—and really any market—it is far better today to have a strong contract. Read More »

Starting a business: what do I need to know about permits, licenses and sales tax?

02/23/2012 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins

I’m starting my own small business providing carpentry and drywall services. Read More »

Noncompete agreements: a form of business insurance

12/19/2011 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins SC

It's ironic that one of your business's greatest assets can also be one of its greatest threats. Read More »

Solid employee policy is key to tapping power of social media in workplace

10/06/2011 Blogs Johns, Flaherty & Collins SC

Depending on your perspective, social media may be either the biggest productivity drain or the greatest promotional opportunity since the Internet found its way to the workplace a decade ago. Read More »