Business strategies will not amount to much for many companies without the employees who put them into action. Many of the businesses here in New Orleans and the surrounding area would not be able to function with them. This means that whether a company is large or small, it needs to remain cognizant of the federal and state protections employees have, including those against retaliation.
Mechanic's liens: when and how should you file one?
You've performed the job, but the owner of the home has yet to pay you. You consider filing a mechanic's lien against the owner of the project because if you do, the owner won't be able to sell or refinance the property until the they pay the participating contractors their disputed debts.
Is an operating agreement necessary for a 1 member LLC?
Single-member limited liability companies work well for Louisiana small business owners in a variety of industries. They provide owners with the protections of an LLC as well as the freedom of a sole proprietorship. However, this autonomy can lull an entrepreneur into skipping an important formation step -- creating an operating agreement.
