Law and Money

That’s What It Means! A Practical Guide to Everyday Finance Terms, by Peter Woan, second edition, is not a book to be read through, it’s a reference to keep by your computer, or wherever you pay your bills and plan your finances. From insurance to taxes to credit reports, Woan will guide you through the maze of fine print.

The Employer’s Legal Advisor by Thomas M. Hanna is not a substitute for a lawyer. Rather, it is a guide to avoiding situations where you might need one (such as avoiding illegal violations of employee privacy), preserving evidence, handling disciplinary action, setting clear rules on unacceptable behavior, knowing when and how to work with a lawyer and giving accurate helpful testimony on the witness stand.

Family Business Basics: The Guide to FamilyBusiness Financial Success, by J. Richard Emens and Beatrice E. Wolper, addresses the unique financial situation of family-run businesses and their needs as a result. Emens and Wolper cover succession of management and ownership (not necessarily the same), compensation, planning, selling, and working with non-family members, among other hot-button topics.