The new Corporate Transparency Act requires that entities report beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau within the U.S. Department of Treasury. This is a free filing through the BOI E-fil…
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The U.S. Department of Labor announced a final rule on April 23, 2024, titled, “Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees.” The Rule raises the standard salary level…
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If you are starting a new business in Ohio, it is important to understand the different types of business entities available, which Ohio business entity structure is right for your business, and the short-term and long-term effects of certain entity…
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Business ownership disputes can arise when people with a financial interest in a business disagree about the direction the company is taking or how decisions are being made, or have concerns about accounting methods or how profits are being distribut…
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When employees are sick, have a disability, or request leave to support their family, employers must ensure they comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Determining when and how these laws apply…
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RKPT’s business and corporate lawyers proudly represent business owners at all stages: Entrepreneurs and startups that need help choosing the correct business entity, registering their business, and drafting operating agreements. Established busine…
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A non-compete agreement is a restrictive covenant that allows a company to protect legitimate business interests by restricting a worker’s employment activities after an employment relationship ends. To be enforceable, restrictions placed on an…
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Businesses are not required to have an employee handbook. But an employee handbook or company policy manual can provide many legal and non-legal benefits and help a company avoid costly and time-consuming lawsuits. What Is an Employee Handbook? A com…
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Business relationships and marriages share many similarities. They both begin with a spark of passion and optimistic ideas for the future. Effective communication is essential for their success, and they inevitably encounter periods of highs and lows…
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As a business owner, building your company has been your life’s work. You have spent your career growing your business, managing cash flow, meeting and exceeding customer demands, and managing employees. When you have “free time,” the last thin…
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