Articles by Michael
Shoplifting, Larceny, Theft
Shoplifting, Petty Theft and Return Fraud Charges
This article will answer frequent questions about criminal charges for shoplifting, petty theft and retail/return fraud.
What is the difference between shoplifting and fraud?
Shoplifting is the theft of merchandise from a store or retail establishment. Return fraud typically involves either (a)...
This article discusses whether you can be fired for your posts on a blog or social network such as Twitter, Facebook, MySpace or Linked In.
While you may have your own blog, a Facebook or MySpace page, a Twitter account or a membership on another social network, you are ultimately responsible...
Military, Veterans
Military Leave Rights: How USERRA Protects Your Job
The Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act (USERRA) and some state laws help workers take time off for military service without the fear of losing their jobs and seniority. This article will explain how a member of the military can protect their employment rights if they need...
Hiring, Firing, HR
Tweets, Social Media Posts and Your Employment Rights
This article discusses whether you can be fired for your posts on a blog or social network such as Twitter, Facebook, MySpace or Linked In.
While you may have your own blog, a Facebook or MySpace page, a Twitter account or a membership on another social network, you are ultimately responsible...
Rights, Policies
Video Surveillance and Telephone Monitoring at Work
Video surveillance is common in the workplace in order to deter thieves. But many employers also use video surveillance to monitor the activities of employees during work hours. What are your rights as an employee?
Video Surveillance is Used by 50% of Employers
Employees in the retail sector...
Incarceration
The Difference Between Prison and Jail
This article will explain to you the difference between prison and jail, which on the surface seem like two words that mean mostly the same thing. But in the eyes of the law, prison and jail are two very different places even though both deprive a person of their liberty.
Jail is Short in...
This article will explain the process of what criminal charges are, how they are filed and how to remove them.
What is an Arrest?
If a person is reasonably suspected of committing a crime, he or she may be arrested by a police officer. A crime can be of a minor (misdemeanor) or serious (felony)...
Police Activity
Miranda Rights, the Miranda Warning & Police Questioning
This article will explain to your rights to have a "Miranda warning", also known as your "Miranda rights", when you may be subject to an arrest, search and seizure of property.
What are "Miranda Rights" and the "Miranda Warning"?
The Miranda warning consists of a group of statements (also known...
This article answers the most frequent questions about the Social Security SSDI and SSI benefits programs. The Social Security Benefits Applications & Appeals FAQ covers specifically the application and appeals process for SSDI and SSI.
What is the SSA and what does it do?
Social Security...
Military, Veterans
Veterans Benefits Programs, Claims & Appeals
Men and women who serve in the country’s military are entitled to veteran’s benefits after they leave. The article will explain benefits programs available to veterans, the process to apply and to appeal if a claim is denied. As long as you didn’t receive a dishonorable discharge upon departure...
SSDI Eligibility, Benefits
Social Security Disability (SSDI) Benefits, Eligibility & Compensation
A person who becomes disabled before the age of retirement may be entitled to claim disability benefits in accordance with the Social Security Act. Benefits paid for Social Security Disability (SSD or SSDI) may equal the amount of money that the worker would have received at the age of...
This article answers the most frequent questions about the Social Security benefits application and appeals processes. It covers SSI, SSDI and SSA procedures. The Social Security SSDI & SSI Benefits FAQ covers questions about child benefits, payment determination, working while receiving Social...
Tax Returns
Tax Deductions for Worthless Securities
Bad investment advice, recent economic troubles and poor stock market performance have resulted in many people losing a great deal of money on their investments. However there is some hope for a taxpayer suffering such misfortune. The taxpayer may be able to recoup some of the losses with the...
Formation, LLC, Corps
How to Obtain Tax-Exempt Status For a Nonprofit Organization
Prior to filing and incorporating a nonprofit organization, it is important to review the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) requirements to ensure qualification for tax-exempt status under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) 501(c). Not doing so could result in a significant waste of time and money and...
Formation, LLC, Corps
How to Select a Board of Directors
It is of critical importance to choose a strong Board of Directors for a new corporation. This article will explain the functions of the board and provide best practices on the selection process. This is the third article in the "How to Create a Nonprofit Organization / Corporation" and fourth...
Formation, LLC, Corps
Steps to Take Before Incorporating Your Business
In this article we will cover the information you need to create and incorporate a for-profit corporation, including C-Corporations, S-Corporations, Limited Liability Companies (LLC) and more. The steps to create a for-profit corporation are listed at the end of this article.
Incorporation...
This article discusses how to define the primary purpose of your nonprofit organization and how to begin the process of starting your marketing plan. It is the second article in the "How to Create a Nonprofit Organization / Corporation" and "How to Incorporate a Business (For-Profit)" series...
This article is an introduction to creating and incorporating a nonprofit organization and obtain 501(c)(3) tax exempt status. The steps to create a nonprofit organization by yourself are listed at the end of this article.
Introduction, Costs of Creating a Nonprofit Organization
The first...
Formation, LLC, Corps
How to Choose a Good Company Name & Brand
This article provides best practices on how to select a good company name when creating a new corporation. It is the third article in the "How to Create a Nonprofit Organization / Corporation" and fourth in the "How to Incorporate a Business (For-Profit)" series.
Every for-profit corporation...
Tax Returns
Tax Credits and Qualifying Children & Persons
People work hard to earn money at work. Fortunately, tax credits are available to certain taxpayers which can limit the amount paid to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It can be a difficult process to determine which tax credits are available from the IRS / federal tax code and there are...
