When you plan your wedding, the future looks rosy. Together, you anticipate a life full of love and happiness. No one is thinking about divorce or what it could mean for your small business – but they should be. If you are a small business owner you may be concerned about the future of your business. Should your marriage end
Whether you’re a man or woman, you are at risk of becoming a victim of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is illegal across the United States, and both New Hampshire and Massachusetts have specific laws prohibiting it in the workplace. Sexual harassment, which includes requests for sexual favors, sexual advances, and physical or verbal sexual conduct, are not legal. What’s interesting
Insurance is a crucial stopgap between people who get hurt unexpectedly and financial devastation. It helps pay medical expenses and cover lost wages. It can repair your vehicle or even your house, depending on the situation and what lead to your injury. Although the insurance company approved your claim, they haven’t paid you yet. They are uncommunicative and will not
When your boss hits on you, it may make you uncomfortable. Constant unwanted flirting often leads to claims of a hostile work environment. When coworkers are the ones flirting, someone can feel unsafe or stressed out while at work. Flirting by someone in the position of authority can sometimes constitute quid pro quo sexual harassment because the victim may feel
Ever since you started your own business, you hoped it would be a business that stayed in the family. You imagined leaving it to your children or having them come work with you. You thought they could take over and run the business when you were done. However, you are now in your late sixties and you’re thinking about retiring.
The resolution process after an insurance company receives a plaintiff’s claim for damages can take a few different directions. The simplest path is a settlement, wherein the insurance company issues a check to their client or the plaintiff that covers their damages. The second, more protracted path, is litigation, meaning that the claim will up be decided in court or
A person’s standard of living is the lifestyle they’re accustomed to living. Someone who has a net worth of over $1 million will have a much different standard of living than a person who has an annual income of $12,000. While most people don’t think much about their standard of living, someone who’s going through a divorce might quickly realize
Flirting happens in many workplaces, and every worker will handle the situation differently. Some people find it flattering, but others may find it stressful. It can be uncomfortable to realize that someone with supervisory authority over you feels attracted toward you. Unfortunately, some employees find themselves in an awkward position when a manager or supervisor asks them out on a
If you stay in business long enough, you’re definitely going to realize that you can’t please everybody. Disputes are bound to happen. Most of the conflicts you have with your customers or clients will probably be resolved pretty quickly. What happens, however, when someone angrily announces that they’re going to sue? Don’t panic. You may still be able to diffuse
Whether you inherited, purchased or started your company, you may derive personal pride and a sense of satisfaction from the company’s success. You likely also feel a sense of responsibility to the employees who have committed their professional futures to your business. If you want your business to continue even after you retire both to support those loyal workers and
When you plan your wedding, the future looks rosy. Together, you anticipate a life full of love and happiness. No one is thinking about divorce or what it could mean for your small business – but they should be. If you are a small business owner you may be concerned about the future of your business. Should your marriage end
Whether you’re a man or woman, you are at risk of becoming a victim of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is illegal across the United States, and both New Hampshire and Massachusetts have specific laws prohibiting it in the workplace. Sexual harassment, which includes requests for sexual favors, sexual advances, and physical or verbal sexual conduct, are not legal. What’s interesting
Insurance is a crucial stopgap between people who get hurt unexpectedly and financial devastation. It helps pay medical expenses and cover lost wages. It can repair your vehicle or even your house, depending on the situation and what lead to your injury. Although the insurance company approved your claim, they haven’t paid you yet. They are uncommunicative and will not
When your boss hits on you, it may make you uncomfortable. Constant unwanted flirting often leads to claims of a hostile work environment. When coworkers are the ones flirting, someone can feel unsafe or stressed out while at work. Flirting by someone in the position of authority can sometimes constitute quid pro quo sexual harassment because the victim may feel
Ever since you started your own business, you hoped it would be a business that stayed in the family. You imagined leaving it to your children or having them come work with you. You thought they could take over and run the business when you were done. However, you are now in your late sixties and you’re thinking about retiring.
The resolution process after an insurance company receives a plaintiff’s claim for damages can take a few different directions. The simplest path is a settlement, wherein the insurance company issues a check to their client or the plaintiff that covers their damages. The second, more protracted path, is litigation, meaning that the claim will up be decided in court or
A person’s standard of living is the lifestyle they’re accustomed to living. Someone who has a net worth of over $1 million will have a much different standard of living than a person who has an annual income of $12,000. While most people don’t think much about their standard of living, someone who’s going through a divorce might quickly realize
Flirting happens in many workplaces, and every worker will handle the situation differently. Some people find it flattering, but others may find it stressful. It can be uncomfortable to realize that someone with supervisory authority over you feels attracted toward you. Unfortunately, some employees find themselves in an awkward position when a manager or supervisor asks them out on a
If you stay in business long enough, you’re definitely going to realize that you can’t please everybody. Disputes are bound to happen. Most of the conflicts you have with your customers or clients will probably be resolved pretty quickly. What happens, however, when someone angrily announces that they’re going to sue? Don’t panic. You may still be able to diffuse
Whether you inherited, purchased or started your company, you may derive personal pride and a sense of satisfaction from the company’s success. You likely also feel a sense of responsibility to the employees who have committed their professional futures to your business. If you want your business to continue even after you retire both to support those loyal workers and
