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Is It Legal to Ask for Service Dog Papers?
By Lisa M. Schaffer, Esq. | Last updated on
The quick answer is no. According to the ADA, employees at a business "are not allowed to request any documentation" for a service dog. The American Disability...
Can a Small Business Owner File for Unemployment?
By Kellie Pantekoek, Esq. | Last updated on
We hear all the time about unemployment benefits for laid-off workers. But what about employment benefits for business owners? If you owned an unlucky small...
Can Small Business Workers Unionize?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
With even college football players moving to unionize, small business owners may be wondering: Can my workers unionize too? Here's a basic legal breakdown of...
What Is a Fictitious Business Name?
By Jason Beahm | Last updated on
The term "Fictitious Business" gets thrown around quite frequently. While some might mistake it for a shady business that is "made up," it actually is a legal...
Should Your Business Be Held in Trust?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Most business owners already appreciate the benefits that incorporation or partnership can provide. But should entrepreneurs consider having their small...
Bumped: What Are My Rights if My Flight Is Overbooked?
By Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
Air travel has become a nightmare with oversold flights, staff shortages, flight delays, and cancellations. Being bumped from a flight is an all-too-common...