As businesses continue to make cost-cutting measures and other necessary efforts to offset the impact of the economy on their business, they may neglect to be aware of legal issues. There are some legal areas that could bring concern to small businesses in the coming year, as Abby Johnson explains.

Two areas that need to be noted are employee lawsuits and immigration audits. Both of these areas are on the rise and are expected to increase even more in 2010. Watch this SmallBusinessNewz video report to find out how you can prevent these areas from becoming legal concerns for your business.

Also, check out our next segment as we look at legal issues with improper insurance and Internet security.

Tags: Abby Johnson, Economy, Employee Lawsuits, Immigration Audits, Legal