Vermont business bankruptcy laws are a lot like the business laws in other states. Often people have questions about business bankruptcy laws; basically they are right in line with the personal bankruptcy laws.

It’s important for you to know that, if you file bankruptcy, there are certain things the ... continue reading

The Kentucky personal injury laws outline what you can expect to happen if you are involved in an incident where someone else’s carelessness caused you injury. 

Even though the Kentucky personal injury laws allow you up to one year to file a claim, you’ll want to start gathering information ... continue reading

We are going to look at some important regulations you will want to know as a motorcycle operator in Arkansas.  Arkansas Motorcycle License Laws allow residents to apply for an instruction permit at the age of 14.  While holding the instruction permit you must be supervised by a licensed driver who ... continue reading

Virginia auto accident laws require you to stop right away if you are involved in any kind of car accident. Park you car someplace where it isn’t in the way of traffic and check to see if anyone is hurt. If someone is injured, make every effort to help that ... continue reading

Under Nevada drug testing laws, state employees are subject to drug testing. However, this does not include members of the Nevada National Guard or employees of state penal, mental, and correctional institutions. No state law regulates private employer drug or alcohol testing.

Nevada drug testing laws provide that a person ... continue reading

Several people have asked questions regarding Colorado drug testing laws. Colorado unemployment compensation law provides that an employee may be disqualified from receiving unemployment compensation benefits if:  

Today, let’s take a look at Washington alcohol laws. Washington’s laws on alcoholic beverages are unique in many respects. In particular, Washington has very lenient policies on felony DUI convictions.

In Washington, beer wine and spirits are sold in state-operated or state-contracted stores, sometimes called ABC or Package stores. ... continue reading

Today, let’s take a look at Vermont alcohol laws. Vermont’s laws on alcoholic beverages are a bit more restrictive than many other states in the northeast.

In Vermont, fortified wine and spirits are sold by private agencies under state contract. Often, these agencies operate as a separate entity with ... continue reading

Several people have asked me to write about Illinois alcohol laws. Illinois’s laws on alcoholic beverages are less restrictive than many other states.

In Illinois, alcoholic beverages are sold in private liquor stores, not state-owned establishments. Beer, wine and spirits including cold beer are generally available in grocery and ... continue reading

Let’s discuss Indiana alcohol laws. Indiana’s laws on alcoholic beverages are less restrictive than many other states. In particular, until 2005, Indiana was one of only 3 states in the union where a driver may legally drink.

In Indiana, alcoholic beverages are sold in private liquor stores, not state-owned ... continue reading

The Maine State Police, State Bureau of Identification, is the State agency responsible for the maintenance of the list of sex offenders in Maine pursuant to the Sex Offender Registration Act.

The following information about the registrant will be provided:

Name Date of birth Photograph (if ... continue reading

In Idaho, forming a sole proprietorships is a relatively pain-free task, since there is only one business owner, you. But, if you are planning to open your business under any other name besides your own, you will need to obtain one or more business, and possibly a state license. This ... continue reading

Hawaii criminal background check laws make it possible for a potential employee or landlord to perform a comprehensive criminal background check on an employee prior to accepting him or her as an employee or a tenant. The criminal background check laws require that the individual upon which the check is ... continue reading

The California Criminal background check laws state that an individual must give consent before a criminal background check is performed on him or her. In most cases, it is necessary to obtain more information from an individual before a criminal background check can even be performed. For example, a checker ... continue reading

The bankruptcy laws in Minnesota follow the 2005 Bankruptcy Act for filing personal bankruptcy.  This Act requires all individual debtors who file for bankruptcy on or after October 17, 2005 to undergo credit counseling within six months before filing for bankruptcy relief as well as completing a financial management instructional ... continue reading

Today, let’s take a look at the underage consumption laws in Utah. Each state has its own unique liquor laws and Utah is certainly no exception. Utah has some of the most restrictive liquor laws in the United States, so it will come as no surprise that their laws governing ... continue reading

Many people have questions regarding Utah business forms & contracts laws. An excellent resource for the new business owner in Utah is the State of Utah’s OneStop Online Business Registration System.

By using the OneStop system available through the Utah Department of Commerce, you will be able to obtain forms ... continue reading

Many people have questions on the underage consumption laws in Colorado. Admittedly, Colorado has some contradictory liquor laws. It is illegal to sell wine in containers of less than 24 ounces, or spirits in containers of less than one fifth of a gallon. Yet, it is illegal for sizes larger ... continue reading

Today, let’s discuss Nebraska business forms & contracts laws. Contracts and other business forms can be one of the most confusing aspects of operating your own business.

Most businesses operate primarily under state and local law, rather than federal law. Each state sets its own business laws and creates ... continue reading

Today, let’s take a look at the Minnesota business forms & contracts laws. Contracts and other business forms can be one of the most confusing aspects of operating your own business.

A variety of business forms can be found on the state website. The Minnesota Secretary of State’s business ... continue reading

Many people have questions regarding Arkansas business forms & contracts laws. Contracts and other business forms can be one of the most confusing aspects of operating your own business.

Most businesses operate primarily under state and local law, rather than federal law. Each state sets its own business laws ... continue reading

One of the most common questions I receive from new business owners concerns Wyoming business license laws. Essentially, anyone doing business in Wyoming needs both state and local business licenses.

Wyoming business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you’ll likely need a state ... continue reading

Many people have questions regarding the complex Delaware business license laws.

Delaware business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you’ll likely need a state license as well.  Each state regulates and licenses a wide variety of businesses. The licensing requirements for Delaware are ... continue reading

I’ve fielded several questions lately regarding federal business license laws. In general, every business owner needs to be aware of the various licensing requirements of the local, state and federal governments.  

Nearly all businesses need a county or city license. This is a general license that grants you, as ... continue reading

One of the most common questions I get concerns Pennsylvania business license laws. Within Pennsylvania, business licenses are primarily granted at the local level.

Pennsylvania business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you’ll possibly need a state license as well.  Each state regulates ... continue reading

Many people have asked me to discuss the Rhode Island business license laws. Rhode Island businesses are licensed by a variety of state and local agencies.

Rhode Island business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you’ll likely need a state license as well.  ... continue reading

Let’s discuss the South Carolina business license laws. An excellent resource to answer questions is the South Carolina Business One Stop (SCBOS) website.

South Carolina business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you may need a state license as well.  Each state regulates ... continue reading

Let’s talk about the South Dakota business license laws. South Dakota is a business-friendly state, with no corporate tax and no personal income tax.

Before opening a business, the Department of Revenue and Regulations encourages you to make a personal visit to the nearest field office because it will ... continue reading

One of the most common questions I get concerns Tennessee business license laws. Businesses in Tennessee are primarily licensed by local governments.

Tennessee business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you may need a state license as well.  Each state regulates and licenses ... continue reading

One of the most common questions I get concerns Texas business license laws. A number of resources are available through the Governor’s Office of Economic Development and Tourism.

Texas business license laws are unique. In addition to your local or county license, you’ll likely need a state license as ... continue reading