The Latest in: Legal and Compliance

Do’s and Don’ts for Hiring and Managing Underage Employees
Federal and state labor laws govern hours worked and duties performed by teen workers Everyone remembers the highlights of their first “real” job: independence, responsibility and…
Employee Management MAR 14

What’s the Outlook for Small Businesses in 2025?
With a new year fully upon us, small business owners across the nation are hard at work getting W2s to their employees, preparing tax forms or…
Finance and Growth JAN 23

Small Business Security 101: Cyber Essentials to Help Keep Your Business Safe
In today’s digital world, the threats facing small businesses are bigger than ever before — and they’re not just limited to physical theft. Cybercriminals are constantly…
Business Planning JAN 23

The FTC is Banning Non-compete Agreements: What Does it Mean for Small Businesses?
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule that bans non-compete clauses nationwide for all workers, including senior executives. FTC Chair Lina M. Khan…
Employee Management APR 30

How Organic Payment Gateways is Supporting CBD Brands That Get Cut Off by Payment Processors
The global CBD consumer health market reached $18.21 billion in 2023. With a compound annual growth rate of 14.33% through 2033, the industry is predicted to…
Business Planning APR 15

Cybersecurity, Supply Chain Become Rising Concerns for SMBs
MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce have unveiled their latest Small Business Index to gauge overall small business health and confidence. Following a Q4 2023 score…
Employee Management APR 2

Meta Aims to Set Standards for AI-Generated Content
In an effort to position itself as a leader in the fast-evolving world of AI, Meta has revealed that it’s working with industry partners to develop…
Brand and Marketing FEB 8

What is the Corporate Transparency Act?
The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted back in 2021, but few businesses have considered whether they’ll be impacted. Now that the law is officially in…
Finance and Growth JAN 22