Repair Your Credit Report: Death Traps for Consumers

Fix your credit report, but be careful. There are a large number, actually thousands of people trapped by credit reporting scams. I was one of them, don’t be another. Learn about the tips I provide here. Not long ago, Eileen Harrington, deputy director of the FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection, said that “No one can […]

Private Label Cosmetic Manufacturers

After the outsourcing wave of the early 1990s, “private labeling” (also known as white labeling) is becoming the “new normal” for branding. They are products or services that are normally manufactured or provided by one company to offer them under the brand name of another company. They are goods and services that are available in […]

Startup Law 101 Series – Tips from a Business Lawyer on Becoming a Founder

Introduction Why become a founder? What are some of the things you can do to become a successful founder? Having worked extensively with founders as a startup lawyer in Silicon Valley for many years and having built my own business as well, I have some advice to share on these points. Tips on why you […]

Some $*&%! I stole my identity to collect unemployment benefits

My name is Lonnie and I am a victim of identity theft. So check this out. A friend of mine wrote a Facebook post about how someone stole his daughter’s Social Security number and applied for unemployment benefits with the Washington State Employment Security Division (ESD). Since it had never occurred to me, I decided […]

Take your business network to a new level

For any business, effective networking is an essential component for success. Today, however, the landscape of enterprise networks has changed dramatically. Business networking is no longer just about standing in a crowded room, meeting and greeting complete strangers, and exchanging numerous business cards. While these traditional networks are still valid and effective, the electronic networking […]

Why are more and more companies choosing to hire a web design agency?

The IT world is evolving at a fast pace and for this reason; Businesses that want to remain relevant in the online marketplace rely on technology staffing. When companies have a competitive website, they can be confident that they will be more visible and remain relevant in the marketplace. They will need to develop a […]

Status of “employee” vs. “independent contractor”

Introduction In an employer/employee relationship, the employer has the right to control and direct the employee. An employee is subject to the will and control of the employer. The employer controls not only what tasks will be performed, but also how these tasks will be performed (see Treasury Regulation §31.3401(c)-1(f) and Internal Revenue Code (IRC§) […]