Stephanie Morrow
Stephanie Morrow has been a contributor to LegalZoom since 2005 and has written about nearly all aspects of law, from taxes and business formation to intellectual property and estate planning. In addition to her work at LegalZoom, Stephanie is a college professor for four different universities and teaches various communications and humanities courses, including communications law, advertising and public relations practices, propaganda and policy, political speechwriting, and journalism.
Stephanie earned her bachelor's degree in communications from West Chester University of Pennsylvania and her master's in journalism from Temple University, with one of the focuses of her master's thesis being copyright and trademark law within the communications realm. Stephanie is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in media and communications from Temple University; her dissertation thesis uses narrative theory and semiotics to investigate how the 1969 York, Pennsylvania race riots, which resulted in two murders, were covered by the media.
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General Accepted Accounting Principles or GAAP: What Does It Mean?
If you have ever inquired about an accounting position at a business, you've probably seen the phrase 'candidates are required to demonstrate a current knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).' What is GAAP, and why is it a mandatory requirement for business accountants?
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7 Ways to Help Aging Parents with Their Finances
Discussing finances with aging parents can be fraught. Before navigating this potentially delicate situation, consider these approaches.
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Cost of Marketing: What Is the Average Budget?
As today's savvy businesspeople know, to have a strong business people have to know who you are and what you offer. You need good marketing. The first step is a marketing budget to help you figure out practical steps to achieve those goals. But, how much should you spend?
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Getting Green Certification for Your Products
As the demand for 'green' products continues to gain momentum, many companies are making their eco-friendly efforts official with green certification. If you have a product you think may qualify as green, read on to see how you can get started.
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Taking Your Company Public
Taking a company public can be a complicated process, and many options should be weighed carefully. However, there are advantages to going public, and the process can be rewarding for both small and large companies. Read more to find out how you can do it.
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Can You Get Out of a Car Lease?
Nothing beats driving off the dealer's lot in a brand new car. But what happens if you have second thoughts?
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Is Your Sole Proprietorship at Risk?
A sole proprietorship is attractive to the average entrepreneur, you get to reap all of the profits and to have full control of the business; however, it does come with some risk, namely unlimited liability for the owner.
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Why You Need a Marketing Plan
A well-written, comprehensive marketing plan is fundamental to all business ventures because it describes how you plan to attract and retain customers, how you will compete, and what resources you have available to achieve your business goals.
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Know Your Rights: Can You Be Searched Without a Warrant?
This handy primer gives you an overview of the search warrant process, including your right to refuse a search, when a warrant is not required and what to do if the police show up at your doorstep.
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Divorce the Nice Way: Amicable Divorce Basics
There are countless reasons to play nice during a divorce, not the least of which is making things easier on the kids. But it goes well beyond offspring and can be a great way to save money and your sanity.
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