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Companies considering large layoffs need to review the requirements of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (the "WARN Act") before taking action.

The perks of being a boss or company owner come hand-in-hand with the less glamorous aspects of the job – and firing employees has to be one of the least loved parts of the role.

The rise of social media as both a marketing tool and a means of fast and effective communication is changing the way businesses relate to people – including the hiring of new employees.

The rise of technology and the prevalence of modern cell phones may make text advertising seem like a golden opportunity to reach large groups of people, but many consumers find the practice intrusive and annoying.

The legal requirements of background checks – also called consumer reports – apply to companies and employers just as much as applicants.

The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sets certain limitations on working conditions, but it is the duty of businesses and employers to ensure that they are fulfilling legal requirements regarding time worked and pay given.

Smaller businesses can profit just as much from creating their own mobile apps. However, before you put an app to market, make sure to consider the legal side of your creations.

As an employer, the pressure is increasingly on recruiters to streamline and speed up a complicated process. However, there are certain things to account for during the hiring process.

When your business runs up against unmanageable debt, many business owners consider filing for commercial bankruptcy as an option to relieve the debt burden and either dissolve the company or move forward under a new structur

For nursing homes operating anywhere in the U.S., March 23, 2013 is the deadline for compliance with some important requirements imposed by The Affordable Care Act (the ACA, also known as “Obama Care”).

Enrolling in a for-profit school can help further your future, just make sure to avoid the pitfalls. You’ll do just that if you base your final decision on accurate, factual information.