How to classify an independent contractor vs. an employee is an increasingly important issue for businesses. Up to a third of the American workforce may be self-employed full- or part-time. A major question for these individuals and the companies for which they provide work is how many of them are, under the law, employees? Why […]
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The Obama Administration circulated a memorandum on Nov. 1, 2015 that directed designated federal agencies to modify existing policies to incorporate a “net benefit goal” to reduce the impact of utilizing natural resources. The revised approach was to be adopted by the EPA; Secretaries of Interior, Agriculture, and Defense; and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]
Construction projects tend to involve many different workers doing many different jobs. Sometimes, construction companies hire employees who only work on that particular company’s projects. In many other situations, however, crews can be made up of independent contractors,1 sub-contractors, and other self-employed workers. Recognizing the legal distinction between an independent contractor and an employee is […]
Just as every individual must pay their annual taxes to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS),1 every business must also pay taxes. There are many different types of business taxes and how you should file your tax returns largely depends on the type of business you own. For example, some business types are taxed as follows: […]
Conducting business on the internet is extremely convenient, but can also be risky due to the threat of hacking, identity theft, and other types of fraud that may cause a consumer injury. For this reason, many people are wary to engage in transactions on websites they do not trust or that do not seem secure. […]
There are an estimated 23 million small businesses1 throughout the United States and our economy and job market in part depends upon the success of the businesses. If you own your own business, you not only want the company to thrive while you are alive, but also likely after your death. While all of us […]
Running a business inherently implicates certain laws and regulations. Even if you operate as a sole proprietor and work in a relatively low-risk industry, simply conducting business exposes you to legal liability. Many people who are self-employed or own a small business are hesitant to consult with a business law attorney because they assume that […]
When you start a business, you have many choices when it comes to the legal formation of your company. One type of legal business entity that is particularly common in modern times if the limited liability company, or LLC. The following are some reasons why many new business owners are choosing an LLC over other […]
Federal, state, and local laws place numerous legal responsibilities on business owners. The following are only a few examples of the legal responsibilities of business owners in Washington state. Registration, permits, and licenses If you wish to operate as an LLC or corporation, you must properly register with the Before you start operations, you must […]
Choosing the right attorney is a very important decision. Whether you are seeking representation for your business, need assistance in drafting a will, or want to resolve a real estate dispute with a neighbor, the right attorney will put your mind at ease. At Dickson Frohlich Phillips Burgess, our decades of combined experience serving Seattle’s […]
