Our nation’s scientists, engineers and innovators have driven the achievements that are positioning the U.S. as a global leader. With fewer American students pursuing expertise
Contrary to popular belief, corporate philanthropy is much more than company executives cutting big checks to deserving charities. There is a new breed of giving that makes philanthropy a strategic, integrated part of corporate culture and identity.
It used to be that “marketing” was the black hole of a company’s budget. CFOs who used to roll their eyes every time the “M”
There are a few new reporting requirements the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has created, but with the overwhelming amount of disparate information on the topic, many employers still have more questions than answers.
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was signed into law in 1970, designed to ensure that when state and local agencies make decisions that impact the environment, the impact of those decisions is analyzed. What is becoming more common today, however, is that CEQA can be misused.
Lender liability is a general term that encompasses a number of claims that can be asserted by a borrower against its lender. Each party is required to sign a contract to act in such a way that would not deprive any other party of the benefits of the contract. Although this is the standard for commercial loan agreements, the reality is not always so straightforward.
States are hungry for revenue, which means nexus questionnaires that determine the connection required for a state to be able to levy a tax on a person or company are on the rise.
Businesses have been playing the health care reform waiting game, complying when necessary but otherwise holding off on planning for future regulations with the hope that there will be another postponement. In the interim, insurance companies are allowing employers that like their current benefits program to extend it. But that will not last.
Fraud is a crime that hides in the shadows. The adversaries often go to great lengths to cover their tracks, and businesses may not realize what they are up against, making it difficult for them to fight it and protect their assets.
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is not necessarily new — the basic concept has been around for about 20 years, with widespread use in business settings since 2004. However, as with most kinds of technology, it has been through a series of advancements since its early years.
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