Understanding Payroll as an Employer

Rincker LawBusiness/Commercial Law, Employment Law

Congratulations! Your business has grown and you are ready to hire your first employee. Where do you begin? What will the employee’s schedule be and how much will the employee get paid? Will your new hire be an employee or an independent contractor—and what is the difference? Did the employee sign an employment agreement? Before your new hire begins, there …

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Ask Cari: What You Need to Know about Buy-Sell Agreements

Rincker LawBusiness/Commercial Law

If you are a business owner, you probably worry about your bottom line, employee retention, and health insurance premiums, but have you also considered what will happen to your business if you are in an accident? What if your business partner gets divorced and your partner’s ex-spouse is awarded part ownership of the business and wants to make decisions affecting …

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Episode 39 of Ag Law Today: Farm Divorces

Rincker LawAnimal Law, Family/Matrimonial Law, Farm Life

I had a great conversation with Meyer Capel shareholder Tristan Bullington, who is a talented family law and criminal law attorney.  He is part of the Bloomington, Illinois team.  You can hear the podcast here. Share this Article

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Client Cosmolex Portal

Rincker LawRincker Law services

Rincker Law, PLLC has been using Cosmolex for the last year.  Cosmolex offers an opportunity for us to have a Client Cosmolex Portal.  Client invoices, court pleadings, and correspondence is saved into your Cosmolex portal.  You are also able to upload documents into the portal to send them to us.  This can work great for confidential documents such as tax …

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The Importance of Getting a Health Power of Attorney in Illinois

Rincker LawEstate Planning

While it’s an awful thing to contemplate, it’s wise to consider what kind of medical treatment you would like to receive if you are ever unable to communicate it yourself.  Getting a health power of attorney in Illinois is a good precautionary measure to consider. Most people think of a health power of attorney in connection with elderly relatives. Still, …

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Ask Cari: Limited Liability Companies and Form 1099 Reporting

Rincker LawBusiness/Commercial Law

Business owners typically dislike dealing with the tax reporting, filing, and payment requirements associated with running a business. It can be tedious and require attention to numerous details. For businesses that have made payments to vendors and independent contractors, the type of tax reporting required and the form it should take are often overlooked and confusing. Specifically, it requires understanding  …

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How to Handle Virtual Will Signing Ceremonies in Illinois with the COVID-19 Pandemic

Rincker LawEstate Planning

Not long ago, it was necessary for people to appear in person when signing a will. However, like many things, COVID-19 has changed the way that things are done. This is certainly true in the case of witnessing and notarizing documents related to estate planning. Today, you are far more likely to attend a virtual will signing than you are …

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Champaign Prenup Attorney Explains Why a Prenup is a Good Idea

Rincker LawFamily/Matrimonial Law, Prenuptial Agreements

Are you thinking about getting married? If so, then it may be wise to broach the subject of a prenup with your intended. Too many couples make the mistake of overlooking this part of the process. This reluctance may arise from not wanting to bring up what can seem like a divisive topic. Other couples don’t consider it because they …

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What You Need to Know about Severance Packages

Rincker LawBusiness/Commercial Law, Employment and Labor Law

Business owners agree that people are the lifeline of a company. The people you hire can make or break your business. Yet as an employer, it is essential to recognize that things change. There are instances when you may have to terminate an employee. Developing a severance package is one effective strategy for dealing with exiting employees. A severance package …

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Episode 38 of Ag Law Today: Fence Law

Rincker LawAg Law Today, Food & Ag Law, Podcasts

Really enjoyed this episode of Ag Law Today on Fence Law with Indiana ag lawyer Brianna Schroeder with the Janzen Ag law Group. Share this Article

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Understanding Corporate Management: Who Is Really in Charge?

Rincker LawBusiness/Commercial Law

When you decide to form a business, one legal entity type you can choose is the corporation. The corporation is one of the more complex but also one of the most trusted legal business forms. A key consideration is the way a corporation is managed: it has an intricate structure, built-in oversight, and a somewhat flexible ownership scheme. Corporate structure …

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Champaign Estate Planning Attorney Explains What Documents You Will Need

Rincker LawEstate Planning

Have you thought about planning your estate? Life is more uncertain than ever, so it’s wise to be prepared.  Consider consulting a Champaign estate planning attorney to get guidance on planning an estate. No one likes to think about the worst happening to themselves or the people they love, but estate planning is a profound act of love. You’ll be …

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