Archive for September, 2011
Didn’t You See? Those Cancer Sticks Are Bad For You
By MEERA PATEL – In an effort to reduce the number of cigarette smokers, the FDA will require tobacco companies to print graphic and explicit warning labels on packs of cigarettes, starting in fall 2012. These labels will include images of a sewn-up corpse, a laryngectomy patient with a visible hole in his throat, and an infant surrounded by a cloud of smoke, to graphically depict what smoking can potentially do to a person’s health. Did that make you cringe a bit? Well, that’s the point
Be Active: Make Better Grades by Not Over-Studying
Law school is a beast! It will chew you up and spit you out. You need a smart approach to successfully make it through law school. One thing I learned the hard way is not to over-study!
Business Planning 101: Check-the-Box Regulation, the LLC, and the Manipulation of Employment Taxes
By MARIE V VELAZQUEZ – According the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 44% of businesses survive the first 4 years in business. Starting a business is no longer considered uncommon. However, some individuals may not be familiar with the different business entities and which entity would suit their business the best. If not given proper guidance, start up businesses could fail because of improper planning. This paper covers the different tax and legal benefits of each business entity, which is vital knowledge for all entrepreneurs and business law students alike
The time has come and it is about to pass….
When and where to look for law school summer internships is a crucial part of mapping out your career plan. The time has come and it is about to pass. The time to apply for summer associate positions is generally from August until October
