All about Temporary Alimony
There are a lot of things to consider when filing for divorce, and one of them is temporary alimony. While legally separated, it is possible for you to be either entitled to, or obligated to pay temporary support. Being entitled to a temporary alimony means that a spouse is given monetary support by his or her partner. The payment received is used to pay necessary monthly expenses.
Divorce laws vary from state to state. Thus, a judge grants a request for temporary support based on the laws in your state. Also, a judge considers several other factors when approving such requests. First, if it shows that the requesting spouse has other income sources or savings that are enough to support him or her in his or her daily living, then the temporary support will not be entitled to that person simply because a need isn’t present. Second, the judge determines… Read the rest
How Do I Get a Merchant Account?
A merchant account is the basis for accepting payment cards. In simplest terms, it’s a business arrangement between you (the merchant) and a credit card processor (also known as a merchant services provider or merchant account provider). The processor acts as an intermediary with the credit card networks and issuing banks, handling the authorization of your transactions and depositing the proceeds into your bank account. The processor also provides you with the hardware and software required to accept credit cards. Consequently, choosing the right processor to handle your credit card processing needs is very important. Here are eight tips to get you started:
- Be an educated consumer. Learn about merchant accounts and the fees involved. Go into the process with some basic information under your belt. There are plenty of articles on the Internet and elsewhere that you can read prior to talking with a merchant account provider.
Businesses Embracing PCI Compliance
According to an official with the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), retailers have been making significant strides toward preventing data breaches, thereby protecting both themselves and their customers. “Anecdotal evidence suggests that we are seeing a huge swing in momentum in the adoption of the PCI standards by all organizations,” says General Manager Bob Russo.
PCI compliance — or at least the concept behind it — is gaining traction with U.S. businesses. A recently-released study of small and mid-sized retailers from the National Retail Federation and First Data Corp. reports that 86% of respondents said they want to protect their customers’ data because credit and debit card security is vital to their business. However, 64% of them believed their systems were not vulnerable to hackers, and 60% were not aware that they could pay a fine for each card that must be cancelled if their… Read the rest
NLRB Proposes Controversial Changes for Representative Elections
August 9, 2011 by Marc
Filed under Profound Legal News
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has proposed some controversial changes for representative elections that could affect many businesses in the US. From new union rights changes to a new mandatory federal labor law posters, business owners and Human Resource professionals will be busy this Summer.
The NLRB has a duty to carry out secret ballot elections to establish whether employees want to be represented by a labor union. This is one of their most important responsibilities. On June 22, 2011, the NLRB proposed amendments to the rules of procedure for representation cases in an effort to shorten election procedure and simplify the entire process. They have eliminated what they consider unnecessary steps in filing, reduced excessive elections, and modernized the process through use of electronic communication.
Following are the proposed amendments and the way current procedures differ:
- The NLRB would be allowed to deliver petitions and notices
How To Find An Attorney If Injured on Vacation
August 6, 2011 by Marc
Filed under Personal Injury
If you have been injured while on vacation, there are many ways you can go about finding an attorney who can represent you in a case against the wrongful party or parties.
Assuming you have been injured while visiting another state, city or country, you will need to consult an attorney where you have been injured. This is because attorneys usually only provide services in states and countries where they are licensed to practice law. Prospective clients can also discuss their case with attorneys where they reside as well as many local attorneys often take on matters that have occurred in foreign countries and other states too.
Most people who are searching for an attorney start their search by conducting a search online for attorneys. Individuals can start by consulting a directory that lists the names, addresses, telephone numbers and areas of practice for various attorneys… Read the rest
eCommerce: The New Frontier for Small Business
August 4, 2011 by Marc
Filed under Financial, Small Business
If you are a small company owner who thinks making use of the eCommerce marketplace could be reaching too much, reconsider. Using the right credit card merchant account from your merchant services provider, you may be accepting charge cards on the web earlier than it may seem!
The U.S. Small Business Administration (Small business administration) states retailers who aren’t online might be passing up on a effective business tool. “The Internet is showing to become a significant business leveler, permitting small and medium-size companies to compete with the titans on a single global playing area,” the Small business administration describes. “Some of the very efficient marketing and selling tools can be found online, and the potential for reaching a huge audience is accessible to you through the internet.”
That huge audience includes the 47.3 million North American homes with internet access. Nearly 44% of these have looked
How To Gain Quick Settlements
You’ve finally been awarded your settlement. You’re excited to finally move on with your life, but now you’ve got another problem to deal with. You have a number of unpaid bills, and collection agencies have now begun to contact you. Although it’s nice to receive monthly payments from your settlement, it’s just not enough to pay for the enormous amount of debt you find yourself buried under. If you’re in this situation or just need some money quickly, you should consider selling your structured settlement for a lump sum payment. In this article, you’ll learn about the various options you have when selling your settlement.
Full Payments
As the name suggests, this option allows you to sell your entire settlement for a lump sum payment. The company you work with would begin to receive the payments that you currently receive, and, in exchange, provide you with one large payment. This… Read the rest
Social Media and Ecommerce: Can you sell your services via social networks?
July 14, 2011 by Marc
Filed under Legal Marketing
Social Media: What’s the point?
A platform where celebrities and us “average” people are on the same level; who would’ve thunk it?! While getting to talk to the hottest celebrity is the reason some are on social networks, others will tell you it’s for the free advertising of their latest products and services. That’s the awesome thing about social media; both reasons are plausible and acceptable. However, they both revolve around what most consider to be the basic principle of the purpose of social media: communication.
What can it do for me?
Most people know that at the basic level, social media is about conversations, whether that is with Kim Kardashian or your potential customers. It’s about being open and providing an easy way for consumers and potential consumers to get involved in conversation about your product or brand. For most, social media was not on the radar as a… Read the rest