The General Data Protection Regulation and what you need to know about it The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the name of the new European privacy regulation that came into effect in May 28, 2018. The purpose of the GDPR is to give all individuals in the European Union (EU) increased control over their [...]
Choosing the Right Business Entity Building a business is exciting. However, it's also stressful when trying to decide on the appropriate legal entity for your business. In California you have many different types of business entities to choose from. It is important to properly evaluate each type of business entity, since selecting the correct business [...]
There is always an element of trust when you enter into a business deal. Maybe a new client has hired you for a big job, and you don’t know his or her work payment history, and your payment never comes. Or maybe you are the company owner who is hiring a contractor to do [...]
An attorney is a bit like a dentist, in that no one wants to go see them, but when they are hurting, they are grateful to have them on their side to relieve their pain. It can be tempting, when faced with a lawsuit, to hire a big law firm in order to get the [...]
Think back to the time you had a lemonade stand, and offered up some cool refreshments to neighbors for a dime or two. Pretty simple starting up this business, with a card table, sign, lemonade, cups, and a smile. Now? Not so much. I’ve Got a Great Idea For My New Business: Why Do [...]
With the new year comes new labor and employment law requirements, including an increase in the state’s minimum wage. Starting from January 2, 2018, the minimum wage has increased as follows: For employers with 25 employees or less: $10.50 per hour For employers with 26 employees or more: $11 per hour Over the next few [...]
