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Are You an Independent or Joint Owner If You Own a Franchise Restaurant? by cjleclaire
Feb 25, 2015 | 0 
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Authorl Stephen D. Hans For more than thirty years, a line was drawn that differentiated a franchiser and franchisee. The relationship between the two served each other well. Entrepreneurs looking to start a business found security in the franchiser relationship. The franchiser protected the bran... | 26 | 
Septic Tank Pipe-Cover Crafts by bobtheplumberFeb 25, 2015 | 0 | 24 |
Many yards have ugly septic tank pipes sticking up out of the ground, but not all yards have ones that stand out in the open. In some cases, the septic pipes are hidden amongst trees, bushes or other coverings. If you have one that glares at people from your front yard, or one that's impossible t... | 24 | 
Are Your Dress Code and Grooming Policies Violating Discrimination Laws? by cjleclaireFeb 18, 2015 | 0 | 68 |
Author: Stephen Hans Companies have the right to expect employees to be neat in appearance and follow a company dress code. Some companies require short hair for men and no one gives it a second thought. Cut your hair or lose your job. In most cases, such policies do not violate discriminat... | 68 |
This Month in Queens Real Estate: FEB 2015 by queenshometeam
Feb 16, 2015 | 1 | 86 |
February 2015 Queens NY Market Update Home sales continued to decrease in January, significantly below last year, however, inventory ticked up slightly. In response to the low inventory levels and low interest rates, prices increased on a monthly basis; however, the yearly increase remained in t... | 86 |
Ruby Tuesday Is Accused of Gender Discrimination Involving Men by cjleclaire
Feb 12, 2015 | 0 | 125 |
Author: Stephen D. Hans It is common for the media to report on cases of gender discrimination where females did not receive equal pay or the same promotional opportunities as men. In contrast to the norm, the EEOC is now pursuing a class action lawsuit involving gender discrimination against mal... | 125 |
Stronger Mind, Happier You by MartialArtsNYC
Feb 07, 2015 | 0 | 155 |
by Mary Murphy A lot of emphasis is put on the body when talking about working out—those washboard abs, defined calves, slimmed thighs--but sometimes we forget that the mind is part of the body, too. Call me a sucker for brain power, but there’s definitely something to a healthier mind, a happie... | 155 |
Know and Follow the Regulations for Tip Pools by cjleclaire
Feb 04, 2015 | 0 | 191 |
Author: Stephen D. Hans In the restaurant business and hospitality industry in general, employees who provide services, such as servers, hosting staff, bartenders and bus persons typically receive tips from customers. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FSLA) , which is a federal law, tipped emp... | 191 | 
Queens Home Team Awarded Top Team at Keller Williams Realty Landmark II for Most Units Sold in 2014! by queenshometeamJan 29, 2015 | 0 | 251 |
The Queens Home Team at Keller Williams Realty, led by George & Abigail Herrera, were recently honored at the Keller Williams Realty Landmark II awards ceremony in Astoria, NY. Out of 160 Agents, Queens Home Team was awarded top team for units sold. 2014 was a great year for the Queens Home Team ... | 251 |
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (also known as ObamaCare) by cjleclaire
Jan 29, 2015 | 1 | 260 |
Author; Donna Stefans Re:Obamacare The Health insurance reporting requirements on the 2014 tax return are a bit complicated. If you and your family were covered by an employer health care plan for all 12 months in 2014, there is no need for further clarification. Your return will be processed by ... | 260 |
A Different Slant on Class-Based Hiring Discrimination by cjleclaire
Jan 29, 2015 | 0 | 244 |
Author: Stephen D. Hans Most employers are familiar with the pitfalls of discriminating against applicants in protected classes under Civil Rights laws. For the most part, African Americans, Hispanics and other minority groups experience the brunt of this type of discrimination. Some companies be... | 244 |