Thinking About Creating a New Business? Here are Some Things to Consider

Thinking About Creating a New Business? Here are Some Things to Consider Starting a new business is an exciting venture filled with potential and possibilities. However, it also involves navigating a complex web of legal requirements and decisions that can significantly impact the future of your enterprise. Working with an attorney through what can sometimes […]

Navigating Tax Liabilities: A Guide for Business Owners

Navigating Tax Liabilities: A Guide for Business Owners As a business owner, you already know that running a successful enterprise involves more than just providing a great product or service. There is a whole world of financial considerations to navigate, and one of the most significant among them is taxes.     Understanding your tax […]

Building Your A-Team: The Power of Professional Advisors in Business and Wealth Management

Building Your A-Team: The Power of Professional Advisors in Business and Wealth Management Embarking on a business venture, planning your estate, or navigating the complexities of personal wealth requires more than just hard work and dedication; it requires a strategic approach and the right team of professional advisors. Competent key advisors who work well together—your […]

How to Avoid Employment Issues in Your Business 

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How to Avoid Employment Issues in Your Business Avoiding employment issues in your business is a critical priority for most business owners. An attorney can play a crucial role in helping businesses create best practices to avoid employment issues.     HERE ARE 10 WAYS TO CONSIDER     Legal Expertise: Attorneys specializing in employment law are […]

Managing Employee Benefits: Do I Really Need to Work with an Attorney? 

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Managing Employee Benefits: Do I Really Need to Work with an Attorney? As a business owner or manager, you understand that one of your most valuable assets is your team. Attracting and retaining top talent is crucial for your company’s success, and a significant part of achieving this lies in offering competitive employee benefits. However, […]

As a Business Owner, How Do I Prevent Employment Litigation? 

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As a Business Owner, How Do I Prevent Employment Litigation? Avoiding employment litigation is crucial for businesses to maintain a positive and productive work environment while minimizing legal risks.     Here are the top three things every business should know to help prevent employment litigation:     COMPLIANCE WITH EMPLOYMENT LAWS   Familiarize yourself with relevant federal, […]

California Expands Prohibitions on Noncompete Restrictions

California Expands Prohibitions on Noncompete Restrictions It is settled law in California that contracts in which a party is “restrained from engaging in a lawful profession, trade, or business of any kind is to that extent void.” [Bus. & Prof. Code Section 16600.] The three narrow exceptions to this restriction on noncompete agreements are (a) […]

5 Reasons Why a Regular Meeting with Your Tax Attorney is Critical

Five Reasons Why a Regular Meeting with Your Tax Attorney is Critical Business owners juggle many responsibilities. Taxes are one of the most crucial areas, and also one of the most overlooked areas, for business owners.  Failing to meet with a tax attorney each year can not only result in lost income, it can also […]

What Lies Beneath: The Hidden Costs of Standard Form Contracts

What Lies Beneath: The Hidden Costs of Standard Form Contracts With the advent of online legal services and downloadable templates for every type of contract imaginable, many individuals and business owners have taken legal drafting into their own hands. For a few hundred dollars, or sometimes even for “free”, anyone with a computer or smart […]

How To Prevent Business Liability & Litigation: The Importance Of Being Proactive

How To Prevent Business Liability & Litigation: The Importance Of Being Proactive If you are a business owner, chances are you would go to great lengths to prevent liability and litigation. Litigation and common business liabilities can be very costly to businesses and take a long time to resolve. So why do so many business […]

A Business Checklist [Not Just] for Water Purveyors

A Business Checklist [Not Just] for Water Purveyors Beyond providing safe drinking water to customers, public agencies, mutual water companies and investor-owned utilities must ensure that all business-related matters are in order.  Below is a list of questions that water purveyors should ask themselves at least once per year to make sure the business side […]

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