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Are Psychiatric Claims Legitimate?
In workers compensation, are so-called “psych” claims legitimate? Like all else in this world of ours, it depends. As the result of reform legislation several years ago, the value of standard orthopedic workers compensation was essentially cut in half.
That’s Not Networking!
There’s a distinct difference between genuinely networking and simply approaching people asking for a job. Many job searchers are only doing the later, and finding distinct frustration as a result.
Strong networking skills take careful advance consideration and planning. You must carefully evaluate just exactly what you think you can do. You must analyze your target market, and be ready to explain just exactly what kind of company and scenario would be the best place to seek an introduction.
Bankruptcy is not a Four Letter Word
Forty years ago there was a work ethic in effect which held that if you made an honest living, you paid your taxes and your debts, then you would be rewarded in the end with the American dream. Most people could count on holding on to the same job until they retired. Bankruptcy was a four letter word and the thought of filing bankruptcy was a notion reserved for the deadbeats and the cheats.
Make Sure You Itemize Medical and Dental Expenses
If you have a lot of medical and or dental bills you may be able to deduct them on your tax return. Keep in mind you will need to itemize your deductions to do so. Be sure to add up any medical expenses you paid during the year. Usually what counts is the date you paid your bill, not the date your medical services were rendered.
Guard Your Secrets Right
If you are an employer, you may have asked your employees to sign an agreement containing all sorts of promises relating to their conduct while they are working for you, and even after their tenure with your business is over. If you are an employee you may have signed such an agreement.
Sometimes such agreements purport to prohibit a former employee from soliciting business from the former employer’s clients. They might even include a provision prohibiting competition with the former employer in the marketplace.
Reasons Why You Should Use QuickBooks
QuickBooks is the ideal business accounting software for small to mid-sized business owners. Here are reasons why you should be using QuickBooks.
1. You save time on bookkeeping and paperwork because many of simple bookkeeping tasks are handled automatically making it easier to run your business.
Top Apps for Co-Parenting
Co-parenting your children in two households can be a stressful and challenging task, and any tool to make this easier while keeping the children uninvolved is beneficial.
In order to avoid the mundane “he said, she said” many judges order all communications to be in writing via email. This is the easiest route for parents who cooperate easily.
Message from the Mayor Laurie Ender
Seniors have given so much, not only to Santa Clarita, but also to our nation. They are an integral part of our City and should be cherished, respected and cared for by the community. The City of Santa Clarita is committed to providing a high quality of life for its senior population through programming, advocacy, camaraderie, and assistance.
Debt Solutions: Which One Is Right For You?
If you are searching for debt reduction solutions, no doubt you’ve been inundated with advertisements for various debt management programs, companies and solutions. The choices seem confusing to the average consumer.
Working out the right debt elimination or debt reduction plan to help you get out of debt can be tricky. Everyone seems to have all kinds of advice and they’re all convinced that their solution is the best. How can you know which one is the right one to help you?
Thinking About Hiring a CPA?
The right CPA (Certified Public Accountant) can be very helpful when you file your tax return. Did you know that CPAs are required to continuously update their level of knowledge to maintain their license? Did you know their continuing education requirements include areas other than just income tax? For example, I complete an average of two weeks per year of continuing education in tax, accounting, finance, insurance, pensions, computer applications, and law, in addition to hundreds of related articles I read each year. The continuing education along with a CPA’s network of consultants provides a vast knowledge base for you to draw on when you work with your CPA.
What is a Good Resume?
A good resume is the resume you actually get someone to read and believe! I find myself very frequently involved in discussions where people have been persuaded that there is a certain “right” way to format their resume. They wander from reader to reader, and get a different set of opinions and preferences.
Back When Record Collecting Meant Something Fun!
Back when I was growing up, collecting records was an art and hobby. I enjoyed the cover artwork as well as the music. Now many of you might be chuckling and some of you might be confused. Those of you old enough to remember music on vinyl will be chuckling and those of you in the era of downloaded music will be in the latter group.
Should I Report My Work Injury?
Reporting a work incident or even an injury is not the same as filing a Workers Compensation claim (which we’ll save for another article). By not reporting an incident, the individual may create both problems for himself and for his employer.
Tips To Help Your Organization Raise Money
(NAPS)—Events have become a popular way for nonprofits and associations to raise money and increase membership.
To spend the least amount of time and resources to get the highest number of people, a growing number of nonprofits are using online event marketing tools. If you have a computer and Internet connection, you can track registration and organize the events in less time.
“We love that people RSVP online so we don’t have to field as many phone calls,” says Robin Lee, from Quest Sports Travel in Malverne, New York.
A Valentine Tip from Social Security
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, making this a popular time of year for proclamations of love. Such displays of affection can be as simple and sweet as a heart with a “be mine” message, or as life altering as a vow before the altar.
If you happen to be a newlywed who is head over heels in love, you may not be focused on things such as taxes or Social Security, but you should be. If you plan to exchange your maiden name for a married name — including hyphenated names such as Smith-Jones — be sure you let us know.
Save E-Commerce Purchase Receipts or Use the California Tax Look-up Table
The State of California Board of Equalization is aggressively collecting all the taxes the law allows no matter how small and that means tax due on Internet and out-of-state purchases.
Earn (and keep) More Money
You probably already know that there was an increase in Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) monthly payments at the beginning of the year. If you receive monthly Social Security or SSI payments, you received a 3.6 percent cost-of-living adjustment beginning with your payment for the month of January 2012.
2012 Health & Wellness Fair is Coming Your Way!
The 4th Annual Santa Clarita Valley Chamber of Commerce Health & Wellness Fair sponsored again this year by Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital, is scheduled for February 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., located at the College of the Canyons Student Center, 26455 N Rockwell Canyon Rd.
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