Becoming a new parent is a life changing experience, and caring for a child is an awesome responsibility. This is also the time to think about your child’s future by […]
Continue reading…An Overview of Foundational Corporate Documents
There are a number of steps to form a corporation, including selecting a name, obtaining the necessary licenses and permits, paying certain fees, and filing foundational documents with the appropriate […]
Continue reading…Responsibilities and Obligations of the Executor or Administrator
When a person dies with a will in place and no trust, an executor is named as the responsible individual for winding down the decedent’s affairs. In situations in which […]
Continue reading…Wage Orders Update!
It’s already been a busy year for employers with lots of action from the California Legislature, federal and state agencies, local governments, and our courts. Wage and hour employment law […]
Continue reading…Summer is Coming! Preparing for Heat Illness Prevention
Warm weather is on its way, and employers with outdoor places of employment should prepare now to ensure their employees have a safe workplace. Heat illness is a serious medical […]
Continue reading…New Regulations on Employers’ Use of Criminal History
Effective July 1, 2017 California’s Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) issued new regulations on employers’ use of criminal background information in hiring decisions. The new law prohibits employers […]
Continue reading…What is Pre-bankruptcy Credit Counseling?
By: William E. Winfield, Esq. Today, individuals who are seeking relief under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of the Bankruptcy Code are required to complete credit counseling with an agency approved by […]
Continue reading…What Nonprofits Need to Know about Charitable Gifts
Tax exempt organizations may accept contributions of cash or property. A tax deduction is allowed for any charitable contribution of which is made within the taxable year under IRC Section […]
Continue reading…Considerations in Converting a For-Profit into a Nonprofit
Business owners may decide to make the switch from a for-profit corporation to a 501 (C) (3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization when their purpose has shifted from making a profit to […]
Continue reading…Why Your Business Needs An Email Policy
In the contemporary workplace, email is an essential and efficient form of communication. Whether it’s used internally among staff members, or for exchanges with vendors and customers, email is a […]
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