Torts

The Internet makes background checks faster and easier, but it pays to be aware of the risks and legal landmines that accompany these online searches.

It's 10:30 . . . Do you know what your employees are doing on their computers? Here's how to find out without crushing morale -- or even getting sued.

As more employees use social media, business owners are eager to keep closer tabs on what they're saying. But that can also be a recipe for legal trouble.

Every small business needs liability insurance. Here are some tips to help you pick the right type and amount of coverage.

It’s vital to understand how laws dealing with advertising, employment, finance, and other issues can affect your new small business.

Twitter and email are the fastest way to spread unintended information.

Unexplained absences, erratic behavior, a sudden drop in productivity? If you suspect an employee is abusing drugs, it's critical you proceed with caution.

These women can do anything, except maybe update a Facebook page.

As I explained in the last post, indemnity is one of the most contentious issues in a purchase agreement. A buyer doesn’t want to inherent ANY pre-close risk while a seller at some...

More businesses are falling prey to increasingly sophisticated computer hackers, suggesting need for tighter IT security measures at companies of every size.

And what’s it doing with the information?

A data breach incident can be harrowing, but with the right policies, a rational response, and a strong set of technologies, your business can recover.

Earlier in the purchase agreement, and an earlier blog post, I described how a business owner makes representations and warranties to the buyer. The indemnity section describes what happens when the buyer later...

Nearly one quarter of all data breach incidents involve lost or stolen laptops. Here's how to minimize the risk that a lost laptop could lead to an expensive data breach incident.

Chart a course toward greater asset protection for your business with a few simple tips.