The rising rents forced many people, families, and businesses to leave.

In some cases it has forced businesses to join.

That has forced businesses in Idaho to raise their wages to compete.

Such a switch would force businesses across the country to change stationery and business cards, among other adjustments.

"It could force small businesses in a difficult economy to abandon health coverage for their employees altogether."

The proposals would force existing businesses to alter their premises in most cases.

And a recent local law will force businesses with county contracts to verify the status of all employees.

The most important thing now is whether the national supervisory authorities will actually force unfair businesses to put these rules into practice.

The deteriorating economic climate had forced several businesses to close down, including a few local stores.

Some economists said higher interest rates were forcing businesses to scale back their equipment purchases.