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What to Consider When Starting a Business

If you are thinking of starting a business, there are many aspects to consider. The first step is choosing the right business structure. In order to make that decision, there are a few factors to think about including (1) ease and cost of formation; (2) complexity of management; (3) transferability and dissolution; (4) liability protection; and (5) reporting requirements and...

New Laws Affecting California Employers in 2016

As we begin the new year, it is important for employers to stay up to date on laws affecting them and their businesses. There are many new laws affecting employers, most of which have been in effect since January 1st, 2016. Here are some of the highlights: 1. Minimum Wage As of January 1, 2016, California’s minimum wage increased from...

Limits to Medi-Cal Estate Recovery Starting January 1, 2017

WHAT IS MEDI-CAL ESTATE RECOVERY? Medi-Cal or Medicaid estate recovery is the government-sanctioned seizure of assets belonging to low-income individuals. These assets include homes, properties, and savings. Simply put, estate recovery is when the government “bills” your estate once you pass away to collect and seize the health care coverage you received when you were alive. In California, your estate...

Employers: Flu Season and New Laws for Paid Sick Leave

WHAT'S THERE TO KNOW ABOUT PAID SICK LEAVE? Fall is here, even if it doesn’t feel like it in sunny Southern California. With the constant changes in weather and temperature, as well as the start of flu season, it’s important to know the new changes to paid sick leave. Los Angeles and San Diego are the two newest cities to...

A Look at Brangelina’s Divorce: How Divorce Affects Your Estate Plan

HOW DOES DIVORCE AFFECT MY ESTATE PLAN? On September 20, 2016, news broke of the divorce between Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. The high-profile split of the world-famous Hollywood couple ‘Brangelina’ teach us some key lessons about how divorce can affect your estate planning. For ‘Brangelina’, their 12-year relationship reportedly amounted to over $550 million in earnings between the two,...

Top 5 Reasons Why Your Company Needs An Employee Handbook

There are many reasons for having an employee handbook, but here are the top five ways an employee handbook will benefit your business, regardless of your company size: 1. Help Defend your Company from Employee Lawsuits When your company is sued for employment related claims, including but not limited to violations for meal breaks, rest breaks, overtime compensation, discrimination, or...