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On January 1, 2020, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) came into effect. Passed in 2018, it has been deemed the country's toughest legislation on consumer online privacy with expectations that other states may follow with similar legislation. Here are the basics of what every company...
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Unemployment has increased dramatically in the last weeks during this coronavirus national emergency and employers are on edge. The Federal government, however, has already enacted one important piece of legislation and continues to work on more measures to aid employers and employees. The Famil...
Continue ReadingPosted by Mohsen Parsa | Feb 28, 2020 | 0 Comments
Many of you may have heard the hype of the new California Consumer Privacy Act (CPPA) that went into effect on January 1 of this year. It's been hailed as the toughest law in the country on online privacy. This new law is complex and enforcement of it will begin in several months. So, companies a...
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Whether you are the investor or the business owner of a startup, understanding what you are working with will help you make informed decisions. Informed decisions help you structure your business and to be mindful of funding and future stock options – because these things lend themselves to futur...
Continue ReadingPosted by Mohsen Parsa | Feb 06, 2020 | 0 Comments
Imagine this: a state chooses to use a phone app during the primaries to allow voters the ease of voting from their own homes. This is believed to be a more efficient and fairer voting process. This app has not yet been used but has been tested many times for accuracy, security, performance, and ...
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Many startups and entrepreneurs are unsure about what business formation is best for them. Often, they form limited liability companies (LLCs) because this entity structure offers a lot in the way of benefits. The first and foremost benefit this structure has over any other structure is this: opt...
Continue ReadingPosted by Mohsen Parsa | Dec 26, 2019 | 0 Comments
Whipping out your business credit card to pay for a gift this holiday season may not be the best thing to do. But it's understandable. For many, it can be hard sometimes not to use your business funds for personal expenses and vice versa. This is true especially for startups. But there is a very ...
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The new employee versus independent contractor law is here and about to take effect. This bill is better known as Assembly Bill No. 5 (AB 5), and here's an overview of what you should know about it if you do business in California. What is California's AB 5? California's AB 5 is legislation tha...
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Employees may find themselves across the desk from someone asking them to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA), sometimes referred to as a confidentiality agreement. NDAs are common in business. They are designed to protect important and confidential information related to the successful running...
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There are many reasons employers should consider the use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Sometimes referred to as a confidentiality agreement, an NDA is a contract wherein the parties agree that certain facts are not to be discussed outside of certain circumstances. Types of NDAs There are...
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California is strict about enforcement and interpretation of the different white-collar exemptions. Many businesses make the mistake of assuming that because employees are paid a salary or because they have a certain job category such as “manager” or “sales” that they are exempt from the overtime rules. The law provides specific requirements for each category, and when an employee is exempt from the overtime rules under Section 13(a)(1) of Federal Labor Standards Act.
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Finding out you might be on a Reality TV show is a big deal. It’s a cause for celebration, but it’s also a time for caution. Many people are so excited for the chance to be on TV that they eagerly sign whatever piece of paper is put in front of them. It is important to realize that when you sign a contract, the consequences could affect you for the rest of your life. Make sure you educate yourself on the terms of the deal and seek expert advice if necessary.
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While hiring a lawyer may not be high on an independent filmmaker's list of necessary expenditures, having production counsel can make the process of getting a movie made smoother and can reduce financial risk and legal exposure.
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Personal and commercial drones are governed by several different sets of laws and regulations. If you want to avoid facing heavy fines, you need to make sure you are in full compliance. Here is a guide to some of the basic laws that govern most drones.
Continue ReadingPosted by Mohsen Parsa | Jun 21, 2017 | 0 Comments
Wage and hour issues can be a major source of difficulty and liability for small and medium sized businesses. Many of these issues come up because employees are not properly classified. Making sure your employees are classified correctly can save you tens of thousands of dollars in back wages, fines, and litigation costs.
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When you're running a small business you do it all. You manage everything from customer service to production to vendor negotiations. But, one area where you can't do it all is when it comes to legal issues.However, for less than you think, you could have access to great legal advice. You could outsource your “in-house” legal work to a local attorney.
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