A Streetwise Guide to Litigation


Book Description

The law is a wonderful profession. It is also demanding and stressful and requires a multitude of talents--speaking, writing, researching, analyzing, advocating, and dealing with people. This engaging collection of articles, from author Kenneth Nolan, captures the insights and knowledge of an experienced litigator. It's not the stuff you were taught in law school. This guide shows you how to survive and succeed in the real world of law.




The Streetwise Guide to PCs


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This savvy guide leads readers through the jungle of choosing, buying, and using PCs. It shows how to recognize and avoid the flim-flams, hype, and fraud that often undercut "great deals" at mail-order houses, retail shops, national chains, and used-computer brokers. Great for anyone involved in purchasing PCs or software.




Streetwise Restaurant Management


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Owning and operating a restaurant is one of the most challenging endeavors an entrepreneur can take on--the hours are long and grueling, staff turnover averages 130 percent, and many fail within their first year. Streetwise Restaurant Management walks you step by step through each aspect of opening and managing a restaurant. This guide covers the practical issues you'll face on a daily basis and offers tips from an experienced restauranteur about the risks and rewards of restaurant management. Is owning or managing a restaurant right for you? It can be if you have Streetwise Restaurant Management as your ready reference for creating front-of-house ambience and back-of-house efficiencies.




The Street-Wise Guide to Getting the Best from Your Lawyer


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The book shows how the street-wise consumer can most benefit from the law and from lawyers - from expert solicitors, barristers, and specialists in each subject field. It draws on the author's many years of professional experience.




Streetwise Independent Consulting


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A Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.




Streetwise


Book Description

This illustrated guide covers all aspects of self-defence and personal security in the street, car and home. In addition to providing explanations of the various combat and martial arts techniques, the author describes how to recognize an impending attack and how to deal with the attack.




You Can Make It Happen


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Presents a nine-step plan for overcoming adverse circumstances and self-doubt in order to achieve success.







How to Think Like a Lawyer--and Why


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A law professor and author teaches non-attorneys how to think like a lawyer to gain advantage in their lives—whether buying a house, negotiating a salary, or choosing the right healthcare. Lawyers aren’t like other people. They often argue points that are best left alone or look for mistakes in menus “just because.” While their scrupulous attention to detail may be annoying, it can also be a valuable skill. Do you need to make health care decisions for an aging parent but are unsure where to start? Are you at crossroads in your career and don’t know how to move forward? Have you ever been on a jury trying to understand confusing legal instructions? How to Think Like a Lawyer has the answers to help you cut through the confusion and gain an advantage in your everyday life. Kim Wehle identifies the details you need to pay attention to, the questions you should ask, the responses you should anticipate, and the pitfalls you can avoid. Topics include: Selling and buying a home Understanding employment terms Creating a will and health care proxy Navigating health concerns Applying for financial aid Negotiating a divorce Wehle shows you how to break complex issues down into digestible, easier-to-understand pieces that will enable you to make better decisions in all areas of your life.




Streetwise Incorporating Your Business


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Incorporating your business can provide numerous legal and financial advantages - it also has long-term ramifications on how you manage and structure your organization. Streetwise Incorporating Your Business will not only educate you about the benefits of incorporating your business, but will also help you determine which corporate form and structure will be the most advantageous for your personal circumstances. You will learn the details of many critical business issues, including: Whether an S corporation or a C corporation is better for your organization Which state and federal regulations will affect your corporation How to avoid hidden costs associated with incorporating your business Tax planning strategies and required accounting practices Streetwise Incorporating Your Business will lead you through each decision, from choosing the best location to incorporate, deciding which information to include in official government filings, and learning how to organize board and shareholders meetings.