By Paralegal on March 7, 2010
How To Start A Small Business (A)
Wednesday, March 17, 2010 at 11:00AM
Widener Branch
2808 West Lehigh Avenue, 19132-3296
215-685-9799
Cherrill Wilson, a representative from the Small Business Development Center (an affiliate of the Fox School of Business at Temple University), will present an exciting program that will enable you to start your own business. If you want to [...]
Posted in Networking Events, Start-ups | Tagged small business events
By Sharmil McKee on February 28, 2010
I received this question by email: I was terminated by my job, however, when I was hired, I signed a noncompete agreement. Is it valid now that they fired me?
This is my answer: I have a typical lawyer answer…it depends. What does it depend on? Mainly, the language of the agreement and the circumstances of [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Employers | Tagged firing employees
By Paralegal on February 17, 2010
Open Your Own Business
Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 11:00AM
Central Library
1901 Vine Street, 19103
215-686-5322
Melissa Stewart of the Business Center for Entrepreneurship offers expert advice about how to get started with your business idea.
McKee Law Office | Business Lawyers | blog@mckeeoffice.com
Posted in Headlines, Start-ups
By Sharmil McKee on February 16, 2010
This is a free podcast from the Pennsylvania Bar Institute. This course will provide basic information about:
Incorporating a new non-profit Pennsylvania corporation,
The basic requirements for qualifying for 501(c)(3) status and how to apply for it,
How to determine whether you are required to register to solicit charitable contributions in Pennsylvania and how to do so,
How to [...]
Posted in Nonprofits, Research, Start-ups | Tagged podcast
By Paralegal on February 11, 2010
Are you looking for ways to finance a new business? Read tips and stories from the members of Business.Gov on finding the capital you need .
The stories range from boot-strapping with personal savings, a second job, and angel capital. It is an interactive community forum. If you have ideas, please join the conversation.
McKee Law Office [...]
Posted in Funding, Start-ups | Tagged Funding
By Sharmil McKee on February 10, 2010
While having a small accounts-receivable balance indicates good financial management, (around 1.5% to 2.5% of your gross income), collecting past-due balances is a displeasing aspects of business. Studies show that 75% of receivables that are 3 months delinquent are paid. However, this number drops to 56% after 6 months. Therefore your delay in collecting past-due [...]
Posted in Litigation, Management, Start-ups | Tagged breach of contract, collections
By Sharmil McKee on February 7, 2010
Over 25 inches of snow fell in Philadelphia between February 5th and 6th. If you own property in Philadelphia, you have 6 hours from last snow fall to shovel and clear your sidewalks. Philadelphia Municipal Code 10-720. The code requires you to clear a path atleast 30 inches wide. If you fail to do so, you [...]
Posted in Headlines, Landlord Tenant, Management, Property
By Sharmil McKee on February 4, 2010
URL: Federal Agencies Issue Frequently Asked Questions on Identity Theft Rules
I believe that eventually companies will be held liable for identity thefts; particularly if the personal information was stolen from a company. A court, or jury, will eventually decide that a company has a duty to protect personal identity data, and failing to prevent the [...]
Posted in Management, Research | Tagged crime
By Paralegal on January 31, 2010
Welcome to the Business Centers of McKee Law Office. The Business Centers represent the firm’s typical clients and industry expertise. Select one of the Centers from the drop-down menu above and you will find relevant articles and information about recent developments in that area.
Posted in Business Center
By Paralegal on January 31, 2010
The IRS explains, in simple terms, the purpose of a conflict of interest policy:
Charitable organizations are frequently subject to intense public scrutiny, especially where they appear to have inappropriately benefited their officers, directors, or trustees. The IRS also has an oversight role with respect to charitable organizations. An important part of this oversight is providing [...]
Posted in Asked and Answered, Board of Directors, Nonprofits
