Fall
Showing 465–480 of 741 results
-
New EPA rules may mean higher fuel costs
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 237
Abstract: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has moved to reduce sulfur levels in the air by upping emissions and gasoline standards. But the American Petroleum Institute and other trade associations argue that the regulators are vastly underestimating how expensive the new rules will be for businesses and consumers, while doing little to help the environment. This short article notes the different cost estimates.
-
Carbon tax 101 – Understanding the potential effects of “cap and trade”
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 553
Abstract: Once a bipartisan idea that passed the U.S. House of Representatives in 2009, a carbon tax — also referred to as “cap and trade” — has been shelved since the recession took hold four years ago. An economic resurgence in the United States, however, is expected to breathe new life into the proposal, which would set the nation’s carbon dioxide emissions at specific levels and force energy-dependent industries to pay extra for exceeding their allotment. This article describes the findings of a National Association of Manufacturers report predicting that “the adverse effects of the imposition of such a tax would outweigh any benefits.”
-
Knowledge is power – Competitive intelligence gives you a leg up on your rivals
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 725
Abstract: Gathering competitive intelligence can help provide strategic insights into a rival’s future plans. This was once negatively referred to as “corporate espionage” but, in the information age, companies have a strategic imperative to analyze every bit of data they can on what the competition is doing at all times — provided they do so legally and ethically. This article discusses setting a formal policy, using the best information sources, and analyzing the data effectively, all the while remaining transparent and respecting confidentiality agreements and intellectual property laws
-
Control costs with defined-contribution health care plans
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 878
Abstract: Rapidly rising health care costs and new federal insurance requirements may leave many managers scratching their heads at how to obtain quality insurance products at a reasonable cost. New defined-contribution insurance plans are emerging as a promising alternative for manufacturers looking to add more predictability when it comes to health care costs. This article explains how the plans provide more coverage choices for employees, while setting fixed costs for employers. A sidebar lists upcoming health care act deadlines for employers.
-
Cutting costs – Get real about your real estate needs
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 406
Abstract: Next to salaries, real estate typically is the largest expense item on a law firm’s income statement, making it a critical target for cost reduction efforts. This article examines how savings come not only from having smaller offices, but also from standardizing offices and adopting telecommuting options.
-
How to make part-time partnership a viable option
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 529
Abstract: To keep productive partners and reduce high turnover costs, firms need to offer lawyers options that allow them to enjoy a better work/life balance. One such option is a part-time partnership track. But, as this article argues, it’s essential that management fully embrace the concept and formalize the terms and responsibilities.
-
Paralegals may hold the key to profitability
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 682
Abstract: Although the roles and responsibilities of paralegals (or legal assistants) can differ widely by firm, these employees ideally spend minimal time performing clerical or other administrative work. By the same token, firms must be careful not to give their paralegals work that should be handled by lawyers. This article explains how to get this balance right.
-
Putting a price on your firm – How professional valuators appraise law practices
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Law Firm Management
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 881
Abstract: Many situations can trigger the need for a law firm’s appraisal — including insurance coverage, a partner’s divorce, capital buy-ins of new partners, firm dissolution and mergers. There are specific ways that law firms create — or diminish — value. This article discusses some of these “value drivers” and how the three most common business valuation methods are applied. But, as a sidebar notes in regard to one divorce case, valuators often disagree about the same professional practice interest.
-
3 trends in hospital benefit plans
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 447
Abstract: Hospitals employ hundreds, sometimes thousands, of people, making employee benefits a significant piece of a hospital’s budget. That’s why many facilities are reconsidering their benefit plans in an attempt to remain competitive yet keep a lid on costs. This article describes three ways hospitals are doing just that. They involve domestic providers, defined contribution retirement plans, and paid time off programs.
-
Keep your hospital out of hot water – Following the letter of the law is key
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 707
Abstract: It’s critical that all hospitals abide by certain statutes and regulations. And it’s up to the facility’s board of directors or trustees to ensure that compliance is met on all levels. But as the amount of legal obligations continues to grow, it can place a huge burden on the hospital — financially and otherwise. This article looks at the risk for noncompliance in two areas — billing and reimbursement and fraud and abuse — along with other risks.
-
FTC guidance – How to ensure your clinical integration programs pass antitrust muster
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 605
Abstract: The passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) and the increasing focus on efficiency and quality of care in the health care industry are prompting a growing number of hospitals to consider provider networks such as clinical integration programs (CIPs). While attractive, these networks have the potential to violate antitrust laws. This article discusses the Federal Trade Commission’s first advisory opinion regarding a CIP since the passage of the health care act. The guidance provides insight on how such programs can escape antitrust challenges.
-
CMS proposes rule change to Part B billing
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Healthcare Management Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 756
Abstract: Earlier this year, the CMS issued a proposed rule that would allow hospitals to rebill Medicare for Part B services in certain circumstances after the denial of Part A inpatient admission for lack of medical necessity. The rule was released to address hospital complaints related to disputes over the difference between inpatient and outpatient care. The proposed rule provides some relief for hospitals but hasn’t stifled criticism of the CMS’s payment policies when claims for inpatient admission are denied. This article takes a close look at the rule, while a sidebar notes an interim rule that outlines more liberal Part B rebilling policies than in the proposed rule.
-
Typosquatting: Fraud’s new frontier
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 436
Abstract: While most people have probably heard of cybersquatting, “typosquatting” may be less familiar. But these schemes — which take advantage of users’ tendency to misspell a domain name — can make just about any organization, along with visitors to its website, the victims of fraud. This article shows how typosquatting is used for fraud and corporate espionage.
-
Patent infringement damages rejected for lost foreign sales
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 633
Abstract: The appropriate measure of damages for patent infringement remains hotly debated. This article examines one recent decision in which an appeals court addressed the availability of “worldwide damages” for lost sales. While the court found that direct infringement had occurred, it was unpersuaded by the argument that lost sales in foreign markets should have played a role in the original award, and remanded for a new trial on the damages.
-
The foundation of everything – Standards of value can make or break an appraisal
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 686
Abstract: Every appraisal begins with a need — and meeting this need begins with establishing a standard of value. This article notes the differences between fair value and fair market value. It also looks at such concepts as investment value and intrinsic value and explains how valuation experts decide which standard to apply when performing a business valuation.
-
Will the real buy-sell please stand up? Divorce courts don’t always accept these agreements
Fall 2013
Newsletter: Expert / Valuation & Litigation Concepts
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 844
Abstract: Oversimplified or outdated buy-sell agreements sometimes come back to haunt divorcing shareholders. For divorce purposes, one cannot simply expect to value a private business interest using a valuation formula (or fixed price) set forth in the company’s buy-sell agreement. This article explains why it’s necessary to reconcile buyout formulas against values obtained using the cost, market and income approaches. A sidebar discusses factors that may influence whether a long-standing buy-sell agreement is still relevant.