Myth or fact? The world is flat. The sun revolves around the Earth. Ink on paper is the only legally acceptable signature. Strange as it seems, all three were once believed to be true. Today, all three are most definitely myths, and the last one may surprise you. Many small business owners believe ink signatures... read more
Shanna supports legal research and content for the product development of next generation HR/compliance solutions at ComplyRight. Since graduating from St. Thomas University, School of Law, Shanna has practiced law for 8 years. She is a licensed attorney in Florida and Illinois. Her background also includes B2B sales and marketing as well as firsthand experience as a small business owner.
FUN FACT: Shanna’s all-time favorite sports team is the St. Louis Cardinals.
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Hiring new employees means a lot of paperwork — for you and for them. Among the new hire forms, one you can’t overlook is the required IRS employment tax form W-4. In a rush to get through it all, you may be tempted to streamline the process by helping employees with the form — or... read more
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This article was last updated on 6/7/2019. If you’re a small business owner, you already know that the mandatory Form I-9 is tricky to complete. The I-9 is necessary to verify an individual’s right to work in the USA — and requires a careful review of specific types of identification within three days of an... read more
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), the agency that oversees lawful immigration to the U.S. issued an updated Handbook for Employers: Guidance for Completing Form I-9 in January 2017. The 69-page guide, which can be downloaded for future reference, covers the latest revisions to the Form I-9 and detailed instructions. As of January 22,... read more
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When it comes to data protection and privacy, it’s safe to assume the bad guys are out there lurking. In recent years, it’s no secret that thieves have stolen personal data from millions in security breaches at major retailers. Think your small business is TOO small to be a target? In a recent survey, 82%... read more
