Thursday, July 9, 2015 from 3:00 to 3:45 p.m.Vann Attorneys Webinar: Top 5 Mistakes Employers Make | Avoiding Costly Personnel Issues Recruiting top talent is critical to growing your business. It’s often difficult, however, to identify which applicants will be a good fit for your organization. Even long-term employee relationships end poorly. Are you doing everything you can to protect yourself …
Thursday, May 21, 2015 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m.Vann Attorneys Webinar: Preparing for Cyberattacks & Data Breaches What should your company do to prepare for cyberattacks and data breaches? What are the legal requirements when a breach occurs? These concerns impact every business, regardless of size. Join us for this conversation. Submit your questions in advance by email and social media:Email: webinar@vannattorneys.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/VannAttorneys and #NCBusinessLawFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vann-Attorneys/102230089840384 Presenters: James …
Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m.Vann Attorneys Webinar: Resolving Delinquent Accounts Tips and ideas on improving accounts receivables in today’s market. Join us for a conversation to include real world ideas for collecting commercial accounts. Submit your questions in advance by email and social media:Email: webinar@vannattorneys.comTwitter: https://twitter.com/VannAttorneys and #NCBusinessLawFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vann-Attorneys/102230089840384 Presenters: James R. Vann Attorney at Law Vann Attorneys Complimentary for Clients & Guests …
Thursday, March 19, 2015 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m.Vann Attorneys Webinar: 2015 Lien Law Update North Carolina Lien Law in 2015: Three Important Things to Remember. Join us as we discuss the current lien law for North Carolina. We will identify three areas of the law that are important to remember as subcontractors and/or suppliers. Submit your questions in advance by email and …
Thursday, February 26, 2015 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m.Vann Attorneys Webinar: Business Credit 2015: Brains, Experience & Relationships; Why These Three Matter We all know the power of intelligence, experience and relationships with others. How does using these three qualities impact business credit in 2015? Join us as we discuss using intelligence, the value of experience and the power of relationships in …
Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m.Vann Attorneys Webinar : New Laws Impacting Businesses What new laws and/or regulations do you need to be aware of to better manage your business? How can you use the new regulations to protect your company? We hope you will join us for our webinar on Thursday, November 13, 2014 from 10:00am-10:45. We …
Tuesday, January 14, 2014 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Vann Attorneys Webinar: Checklist for Business Success in 2014 Are you prepared for business success in 2014? We will discuss required filings with the Secretary of State, corporate minutes and bylaw regulations, sales tax issues, escheat requirements, and wrap up with a review of accounts receivable. Submit your questions in advance by …
Businesses spend substantial resources on developing a brand, establishing goodwill with their customers and the general public and differentiating themselves from competitors. A successful business therefore has a strong incentive to protect its identity. That identity may be a name, a logo or some other unique phrase or mark. In many situations, it is not only helpful- it’s vital- that …
Tuesday, December 10, 2013 from 3:00 to 3:30 p.m. Vann Attorneys Webinar: Documentation in Employee Files As an Employer, keeping good employment records is a must. What documentation should you have for your employees? What documentation should not be kept? How long do you need to keep the records? These topics and others will be discussed during our webinar. If you …
A growing number of businesses are using online banking and mobile banking is gaining in popularity. However, most business owners are not aware that, unlike consumer accounts, business bank accounts are afforded little to no legislatively mandated fraud liability protection. Although, some banks offer zero liability fraud protection for their business customers, that protection is not mandatory and may be …
Many people in America dream of owning their own business. Every day, people quit their jobs and risk everything so they can have the freedom and control to make their own way in the business world. Many who become entrepreneurs certainly have the business knowledge and experience to be successful. Unfortunately, even great entrepreneurs fail to consider the legal aspects …
Whether you are starting a business, buying or selling a business, entering into a partnership or planning your exit strategy, you need a clear vision for what you want to accomplish. A vision in this sense is the end sum of your goals and overall purpose. Once you have defined your vision, the planning can begin. The vision you have …
There was a recent story in the News & Observer entitled “When a business owner wants out” detailing the exit plan of the current owner of Great Outdoor Provision Co. The current owner, Tom Valone, is fortunate to have created and thought through an exit strategy for the business which he created. Like many business owners, Mr. Valone has owned …
Business planning is an important topic to business owners. Most business owners are focused on getting things done so that their businesses can make money. While it is this full steam ahead mentality and drive for success that makes entrepreneurs successful, going forward without a plan can cause problems. On occasion, we all need to slow down, write down some …
As a business owner, how do you classify the people who work for you? Are they independent contractors or employees? The classification is important and can be scrutinized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and others. The distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is important for several reasons. The following are a few areas of importance: Impacts tax …
Our lives have been irrevocably changed by technology. We use technology every day and rely upon the usefulness of it. The technology which businesses utilize is normally designed to make work easier, more effective and efficient. As technology advances, so do the minds of those who want to use technology dishonestly or for the wrong purpose. An article in the …
Planning ahead in business generally creates success. Finding the time to plan and think about your business much less be creative in your thinking and planning can be difficult. But this type of planning is normally profitable in the long run. I recently had the opportunity to speak to a group of business owners about planning for success and protecting …
As a successful business owner, you have likely spent the majority of your working life building a business. You have an emotional and financial attachment to the business. Succession planning is essential, whether you value making sure the business is in good hands when you retire or making sure you gain financial security when you exit the business. Some of …
Setting up a new business venture seems simple enough, particularly with all of the information available online. Many believe once they file their LLC or corporation with the Secretary of State, their business is established and they are protected from personal liability. Unfortunately, that belief is not accurate. While technically the corporation or LLC exists upon filing, there are several …
Bankruptcy filings by customers continue to be an issue which business owners must deal with. According to reports recently released, third quarter 2009 bankruptcy filings increased by 33% compared to 2008. However, the third quarter 2009 business bankruptcy filings were slightly lower than the second quarter for 2009. If you or your business encounter customers and/or vendors filing for bankruptcy, …
