To quote a famous aphorism “politics ain’t bean bag” and neither are transactions in this current economic environment. Getting deals done in this climate requires patience, skill and a clear sense of value. There is no room for complications in this already delicate dance of emotion, personal loyalties, company politics… read more →
It’s wonderful when you can have a successful business with your best friend or family members. However, just because your business is closely tied to your personal relationships does not mean that those businesses are not subject to regulations. All corporations and limited liability companies (LLCs) must comply with all… read more →
Every corporation (Corp., Inc., or Ltd.) and limited liability company (LLC) is subject to many legal requirements. This includes laws and regulations governing the payment of wages, employment discrimination and harassment, payment of taxes, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) registrations, safety laws (OSHA), payments made to foreign officials to expedite… read more →
We would like to alert you that there is a company called “DOT Authority” that the federal government alleges led commercial truck owners to believe they were dealing with the real U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). The company’s operatives tricked commercial vehicle owners into paying extra service fees for help… read more →
Just over a year ago FedEx settled a class action lawsuit with its delivery drivers for almost $230 million, and now Amazon may be facing a similar fate thanks to an Illinois lawsuit naming it as a joint employer. The lawsuit, Bradley v. Silverstar, et al., is brought by delivery… read more →