DAVE GARLAND spoke thusly to: ALL 
DG>HOME BUSINESS REPORT
DG>BUSINESS STARTUP 2
DG>By Michelle J. Bloom
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DG>There are some legal considerations that we all need to be aware
DG>of.  One example is Zoning Regulation, if you are planning to be 
DG>a homebased business, short term or long.  You can call your 
DG>local municipality for guidance on this issue.
   And NEVER give them your real name and number when making an 
inquiry.
   While they may have "rules," a fast trip to the law library may be 
in order to see if those regulations are, indeed, binding.
DG>Another legal consideration is your contract; this is your
DG>agreement with the client as to the work you will be doing, the
DG>amount of payment, and when the work will be accomplished.  
DG>Depending on the type of work you do, you may want a lawyer to
DG>take a look at your contract or at least find your industry
DG>standard contract and adapt yours to suit it.
   No only have your atty. check it carefully (or have him/her draw 
one up for you) but also be aware of the statute of frauds which 
mandates a written contract in many instances.  Failure to do so may 
well leave you holding the bag. 
   Dick
I love my country and I fear my government.
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