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By Rayan Felix Coutinho
A key to a successful business startup and subsequent expansion is the ability to obtain financing. There are several sources to consider when looking for financing. The wide array of such options include personal savings, friends and relatives, banks and credit unions, venture capital firms, Small Business Administration loans, finance leases, and […]
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By Rayan Felix Coutinho
Indian businesses are rapidly expanding across the globe. An understanding of foreign business law and the legal regimes that protect corporate intellectual property assets is crucial for success. In the United States, intellectual property is largely governed by federal law. However, each state has some limited protections for certain types of intellectual […]
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By Rayan Felix Coutinho
According to the 2000 census, the Indian-American community has a higher educational attainment and a higher median family income that the general population of the United States. These achievements are a source of pride for each of us. An awareness of the legal system and cultural nuances of the United States is […]
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By Rayan Felix Coutinho
Laws discussed in this article of Industani are Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Family Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).
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By Rayan Felix Coutinho
The Occupational Safety and Health Act was enacted in 1970 “to assure so far as possible every working man and woman in the nation safe and healthful working conditions and to preserve our human resources.” 29 U.S.C. 651(b). The law created the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (”OSHA”) and authorized state […]
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By Rayan Felix Coutinho
ď Introduction
In previous articles, we have reviewed the substantive aspects of trademark law such as what is a trademark, and how to determine the strength of a mark. In this article we will learn the procedural aspects i.e. how to make proper use of trademarks to ensure the long term viability of your […]
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By Peter K. Newman
I. Introduction
âWhatâs in a name? That which we call a rose by any other word would smell as sweetâ
â from Romeo and Juliet (II, ii, 1-2)
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Peter K. Newman
I. Introduction
Although the advantages of employee use of e-mail, the internet, and blogs are obvious, it has created a significant number of potential legal problems for employers. Your employeesâ electronic communications can expose you to potential legal liability. To prevent or limit this liability, every employer needs to proactively manage employee e-mail, Internet […]
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By Peter M. Burrell
I. Introduction
On November 7, 2006 Ohio voters passed Issue 2*, which amended Ohioâs constitution, requiring employers to pay an increased minimum wage of $6.85 per hour. This new minimum wage will go into effect January 1, 2007. This amendment will affect employers in a number significant ways.