Latest articles by H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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Can You Trust Online Reviews? Apparently Not Much
Consumer advocate says there’s more deception in the world of online reviews than people realize. She recommends getting tips from friends and family instead.
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Do You Know What DEI Actually Is?
So many people don’t understand what DEI (diversity, equity, inclusion) really means, and that has led to some misconceptions about its relevance.
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How Do Noncompete Clauses Work?
Even low-skilled workers have been subjected to noncompete clauses. The FTC has banned them, but business groups are challenging that ban.
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Four Big Mistakes to Avoid if You’re Buying a Business
No. 1 is don’t listen to self-professed experts on social media and do-it-yourself coaches who might want only to make a buck. Also, to be successful, you need to go all in.
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I Asked an Unresponsive Lawyer if He Was OK, and He Woke Up
A previous article struck a chord with readers internationally — and lawyers — and the advice we shared has worked well.
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If Cars With Touchscreens Are Unsafe at Any Speed, Why Do We Have Them?
Studies show how distracting car touchscreens can be, yet many automakers still use them, perhaps because they’re cheaper to upgrade than physical components.
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Four Tips to Make Your Sales Presentation a Winner
Being prepared and not being boring can go a long way toward persuading a potential customer to buy into what you’re offering.
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What Not to Do if an Employee or Loved One Is Kidnapped
Businesses need to have a crisis plan in place so that everyone knows what to do and how to do it. Sometimes, calling the authorities isn’t recommended.
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How to Spot a Social Security Scam (and What to Do About It)
Here are a scam's red flags and how to report it if someone tries to scam you. The first things to do if a scammer contacts you: Remain calm and ignore them.
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What to Do if You’re Concerned About Your Lawyer
The high-stress legal profession is far different from that portrayed on TV and in movies, with higher rates of depression and suicide than most other jobs.
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Can Language Apps Teach You to Speak a Foreign Language?
Your expectations might be too high if you think an online language platform can teach you to have a meaningful conversation in a foreign language.
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Read This Before You Sign a Letter of Intent
An older couple received a letter of intent, or LOI, about land a solar company wanted to lease, but it exhibited some valuable-to-know red flags.
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Why Poor Job Interviews Hurt Both Employers and Job Seekers
An interviewer who isn’t aware of their own biases can draw the wrong conclusions about a job candidate or even get conned.
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Five Things to Notice in Your Lawyer’s Bill
Two experts break down how to look closely at your lawyer’s bill and make sure the fees are reasonable. (If not, you have the right to request a discount!)
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Worker Protections Could Undergo a Change in 2024
Some state legislatures are considering adopting a 'just cause' requirement for when employees are let go. In almost all U.S. states now, employees are considered 'at will.'
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Looking into Leasing Solar Panels? Think Twice
Leasing solar panels hasn’t turned into the great deal that many expected as solar companies go out of business and tax breaks and incentives get slashed.
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Why Can’t You Ever Use Your Timeshare?
If you find yourself with a timeshare that never seems available to you, that could be because your bookings are competing with non-timeshare-owning customers.
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Six Things Not to Do if You Want to Resolve a Conflict
These are common mistakes people tend to make when they’re in a disagreement. What if simply asking, ‘How can I help?’ could turn things around?
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Want to Write a Book? An Expert Shares What You Need to Know
Professional ghostwriter poses some important questions that any would-be author might want to consider before diving into such a challenging task.
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Is Your Neighbor's Security Camera Pointed at Your Window?
It might just look that way, but if it is invading your privacy, what should you do? And how useful are security cameras, anyway?
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Seven Website Issues That Can Get You in Hot Water
Many professionals and businesses think they can set-it-and-forget-it when it comes to their website. They are so wrong. Here’s what you shouldn’t do.
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Overbilled by Your Lawyer? You’re Not Alone
Fraudulent billing by lawyers is a big problem. This young lawyer took steps to stop her firm from misrepresenting her expertise for the purpose of overbilling.
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Automakers’ Added Subscription Fees Raise Legal Questions
How can a car company justify charging a fee for something that a vehicle buyer already owns and that works by pushing a button?
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Yes, You Can Discuss Your Salary With Your Co-Workers
Your employer, who should be familiar with pay transparency laws, might not like it, but employees are legally protected from repercussions.
