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Richard Chapo
Member Since: 21st January 2005
URL: http://www.nomadjournals.com
Occupation: Attorney and Traveler
No of articles: 581
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Rick Chapo is with Nomad Journals - makers of writing journals. He is also with BusinessTaxRecovery.com - information on taxes.
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Copyright – What Can You Protect?

08th September 2005
The legal protection known has "copyright" has come front and center over the past few years with major legal rulings regarding peer-to-peer networks on the Internet. Copyright protection, however, can be a confusing area of the law. This article details ...
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A Lawyers Favorite Lawyer Jokes

08th September 2005
Lawyer Jokes Q: How does a pregnant woman know she is carrying a future lawyer? A: She has an extreme craving for baloney. Q: What is the legal definition of "Appeal"? A: Something a person slips on in a grocery store. Q: Why did God make s...
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Internet Partnerships - Don't Throw Away Your Business

08th September 2005
General partnerships are a poor business entity choice when it comes to pursuing business activities. They fail to provide the asset protection shield that should always be put between your business activities and personal assets. Many small businesses, h...
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Prompt Delivery Rules – Internet Product Sales

08th September 2005
The Internet is the fastest growing source of mail order sales. The explosive growth in the goods and services sold online has in the past taken many online sellers by surprise: demand has outpaced supply, depleting inventories and disappointing customers...
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Why Even A Simple Contract Can Save Your Bacon

04th September 2005
Every business owner says it; "Do I really need a written contract?" The answer is "YES, YES and YES!" Using a written contract is like buying insurance for your business deals, but much better. What Is A Contract? Simply put, a contract is an enfor...
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Tax Benefits of A "C" Corporation - Funding

28th August 2005
If you are going to form a corporation, you might be surprised to learn a "C" corporation comes with a lot of tax benefits. While this article isn't intended to replace the advice of a good tax professional, it may serve to open your eyes to the value of ...
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Tax Benefits of "C" Corporations – Business Failure

28th August 2005
Statistics show that many businesses will fail. If you can survive the first two years, chances of your business succeeding go up dramatically. But what if you don't make it? If you have a "C" corporation, you may get a tax break. "C" Corporation T...
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S Corporations – Filing The Election

28th August 2005
Getting a corporation designated as an "S" can be a bit confusing. If you are committed to getting an "S" corporation, here is how you do it. "S" Corporation The "S" in S corporation refers primarily to a tax designation. While electing to be an S ...
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Minority Shareholders – Fighting The Man

28th August 2005
Investing in a corporate entity is fairly standard practice in our society. Problems arise when you own a small percentage of shares, but disagree with the direction the majority shareholders are taking the entity. As a minority shareholder, do you have a...
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Forming a Corporation – Investors

28th August 2005
You've come up with the best idea since sliced bread, figured out a business name and formed a corporation. There is, however, one small problem. You need money. Welcome to the world of investing. Business Funds Unless Bill Gates is your friend, mo...
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California Business Entities – How Long To Get Approved?

19th August 2005
You've done your research and have decided on a business entity. You're chomping at the bit to open a bank account and get moving. You file your corporation or LLC with the Secretary of State and wait…and wait…and wait. Just how long is this going to take...
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Protect Your Business With Non-Disclosure Agreements

18th August 2005
Every business should protect proprietary information when dealing with independent contractors, vendors and other businesses. The best way to do this is to use a non-disclosure agreement, often referred to as an "NDA." What is an NDA? An NDA is an ...
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California Businesses Incorporating In Nevada

18th August 2005
California is a notoriously bad state to do business in. Regulations, worker's compensation and tax issues overwhelm companies. Seeking relief, many incorporate in Nevada. Unless done carefully, this decision can lead to disaster. Doing Business - Juri...
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FTC Names Dirty Dozen Email Scams

18th August 2005
The Federal Trade Commission is responsible for issuing and enforcing rules for consumer issues on the Internet. As part of this process, the FTC has published a list of the 12 scams you are most likely to receive as email. The Dirty Dozen Scams The...
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Non-Compete Agreements In Action – Microsoft v. Google

18th August 2005
Non-Compete Agreements are controversial documents that restrict a person's right to work with competitors of a former employer. The effectiveness of one such non-compete agreement is on display in a recent lawsuit filed by Microsoft against Google. Dr...
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