The financial and time commitments involved in building a business from the ground up can deter many would-be entrepreneurs from developing potentially groundbreaking business models because they don't want to risk their financial stability or undermine the progress...
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Business Law
4 things to do when you have a dispute with a vendor
Your vendors are key to your business operations, so a dispute that gets out of hand can be very disruptive – not to mention expensive. Minimizing disputes with your vendors can be challenging enough, but responding to an actual conflict can be even harder. When...
Can you protect your business from online defamation?
Online sharing has made it easier than ever before for customers to spread the word about brands and products they truly enjoy. There are also forums and social media platforms where professionals network and discuss different companies from the perspective of working...
Has Rhode Island banned non-compete agreements?
Employers in Rhode Island must adhere to federal and state laws regarding how they treat employees. The terms in your employment contract and the compensation that you pay your workers are subject to government oversight. Employees could bring expensive claims against...
3 ways small businesses can protect themselves from lawsuits
Successful small businesses are frequently the targets of civil lawsuits. Claims could come from just about anyone who works with or for your business. A former worker could try to come after your company because they are upset that you fired them. A customer could...
