Nobody running a business wants to take time, energy and resources away from that business to defend or pursue a lawsuit. Following is a brief summary of four areas of law where businesses might run into problems – and ways to avoid them, according to Nevada legal experts. Intellectual Property Intellectual property falls into six categories: patents, copyrights, trade … [Read more...] about See You in Court (Or How to Avoid It)
Protect Your Company From Fraud
Do you want to protect your company against fraud? Look first to your employees. Over 64 percent of the perpetrators of fraud are employees of the business. And background checks before you hire employees won’t help. Only 7 percent of perpetrators have ever been previously convicted of a crime. Be Aware of the Dangers The first thing a business owner needs to understand is … [Read more...] about Protect Your Company From Fraud
October 2003: Nevada Briefs
Seabees Train at Cashman Equipment Las Vegas-based Naval Mobile Construction Battalion, the "Fighting Seabees", learned proper machine operations at Cashman Equipment in Las Vegas this summer. The reserve unit spent two days learning proper operation of Caterpillar construction equipment, training on backhoes, excavators, skid steer loaders, mini excavators and graders. … [Read more...] about October 2003: Nevada Briefs
These Are a Few of My Favorite Statistics…
My dad – who is an engineer, not a businessman – taught me you could lay all of America’s statisticians from end to end and still not be able to reach a conclusion. I went a different direction, and instead, believe you can reach any conclusion you want to. Still, you can’t live without statistics. Here are three that have played a big part in my life this year: Nevada … [Read more...] about These Are a Few of My Favorite Statistics…
Business Bank of Nevada Receives Governor’s Points of Light Award
Business Bank of Nevada received top honors for corporate volunteerism at the Governor’s Points of Light Award dinner on October 16 in Reno. Gov. Kenny Guinn presented the award for the bank’s "dedication, commitment and determination in promoting and supporting volunteerism." Other corporate nominees were I. Silver Management Group and MGM Mirage-Dollars for Doers. Business … [Read more...] about Business Bank of Nevada Receives Governor’s Points of Light Award
CONSTRUCTION, FAMILY-STYLE: Roel Family Builds Southern Nevada Projects
From tenant improvements to multi-million dollar projects, ROEL Construction Company, with deep roots in the Las Vegas community, delivers construction services family-style. Headed by Las Vegas resident Stephen Roel, ROEL also has offices in San Diego, Phoenix, Irvine and Palm Springs. ROEL has completed an impressive portfolio of high-profile projects in Southern Nevada, … [Read more...] about CONSTRUCTION, FAMILY-STYLE: Roel Family Builds Southern Nevada Projects
CENTRA Properties: Developing New Projects in Southern Nevada
Developing nearly 2 million square feet of industrial and retail space during the next 12 to 18 months, CENTRA Properties continues its Southern Nevada growth spurt after just two years of operations. "We understand the variables involved in finding a great site, and that’s what we’re doing," said James Stuart, president and chief operating officer of CENTRA Properties. … [Read more...] about CENTRA Properties: Developing New Projects in Southern Nevada
September 2003: Building Nevada Briefs
Transportation Company Plans Headquarters Yellow-Checker-Star Transportation recently held a groundbreaking ceremony for the firm’s 58,000-square-foot headquarters in southwest Las Vegas. The 46-acre facility, scheduled for completion in December, will house administrative and maintenance buildings, including a service bay and car wash. The development team includes G/S … [Read more...] about September 2003: Building Nevada Briefs
September 2003: Business Indicators
The National Bureau of Economic Research, the official arbitrator on dating the business cycle, has declared that the recession that began in March 2001 is over. The U.S. economy is now expanding. Nonetheless, the long wait to make this declaration reveals that the current expansion is weak. Overall, the economy declined from March 2001 to November 2001. After reaching the … [Read more...] about September 2003: Business Indicators
September 2003: Business Up Front
Advertising Words of Wisdom David Ogilvy, one of the founding fathers of the modern advertising field, became famous for his many statements about advertising, including his most well-known quote, "If it doesn’t sell, it isn’t creative." Many of his sayings contain wisdom about the business world in general. Here is a brief sampler: The consumer isn’t a moron. She is your … [Read more...] about September 2003: Business Up Front
Accountability: The Legacy of the 2003 Session
Nevadans breathed a collective sigh of relief when this year’s legislative wrangling in Carson City finally ended after a session filled with as much grace and dignity as a junkyard dogfight. After the dust cleared, taxpayers sat down to assess how the largest tax increase in Nevada history would affect them, as taxpayers and in their businesses. Although it could have been … [Read more...] about Accountability: The Legacy of the 2003 Session
Casa de Vida: The House of Life Provides Better Lives for Women
Casa de Vida is a safe haven and a healthy alternative for pregnant young women in Northern Nevada. Spanish for "the house of life", Casa de Vida has a very special objective. "Our mission statement is to provide care for needy young women," said Tammy Klippenstein, Casa de Vida’s executive director. "We believe that every mother and every child is a gift of God." This … [Read more...] about Casa de Vida: The House of Life Provides Better Lives for Women
September 2003: Face to Face
Name: Mark J. Ricciardi Title: Managing Partner, Las Vegas Office Company: Fisher & Phillips LLP Type of Business: Law firm exclusively representing employers in labor and employment law matters. Location : Las Vegas Years in Nevada: 16 Years with Company: 16 Biggest Business Challenge: The biggest challenge is providing high-quality legal services … [Read more...] about September 2003: Face to Face
Family Matters: A Look Inside Six Successful Family-Owned Businesses
The very idea of a family-owned business conjures up images of a mom-and-pop operation. While that image may be partially accurate, often adding brothers, sisters and nephews into the mix, family-owned businesses today are much more than that. In fact, the collective economic impact of these businesses is astounding. According to the Family Firm Institute, an international … [Read more...] about Family Matters: A Look Inside Six Successful Family-Owned Businesses
THE BUSINESS OF GOLF: SAVVY EXECS SWING ON SILVER STATE COURSES
Nevada is a virtual Mecca for golfers, and executives informally surveyed by Nevada Business Journal say plenty of business deals are swung on courses in the Silver State. Michael Sizemore, head golf professional at Red Hawk in Sparks, estimates that at least half the golfers on the course tie in some work with their play, whether it’s drumming up business or hosting … [Read more...] about THE BUSINESS OF GOLF: SAVVY EXECS SWING ON SILVER STATE COURSES