Jane Easter Bahls

New rules govern your company's electronic files.

Can you keep spouses from working together?

Even nonemployees must be held accountable to the law.

Is it OK to share a lawyer with a close competitor?

Does your employee handbook give you enough authority?

Protect yourself against competition from ex-workers.

How closely can you monitor employee e-mail?

Keep the lid on your confidential information.

Who's liable for injuries to a company athletic team?

You can shield your trade name from being ripped off by a larger company--if it's distinctive enough.

If an employee feels forced to quit, it could be trouble. Here's how to avoid a "constructive discharge" lawsuit.

If you negotiate well, joining forces with a big firm can be the smart way to get your new product to market.

The Internet makes MLM easier--but it won't do the work for you. Before you commit, make sure you're prepared.

With a new breed of professional plantiffs on the prowl, closely screening job applicants could save you lots of dough.

Forget about it. You have no rights.

If you require employees to speak only English, you'd better beware of the EEOC.

How to sponsor a company sports team without losing your jersey.