What Does a General Counsel Lawyer Do?
“What does a general counsel lawyer do?” This question comes up sometimes when we mention that this is one of the services we offer. Even though this role tends to wear many hats, here are a few ideas of what is often done in this position. General Counsel Lawyers Review Contracts One of the most […]
Should You Get an LLC for Your Business?
Should you get an LLC for your business? Well, that depends. Here are a few things to think about as you explore your options. Reason #1 to Get an LLC: Legal Protection The main reason why businesses choose to file for an LLC is for legal protection. In the law’s eyes, an LLC is a […]
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act? There’s a lot we can say about it, but this article will keep things brief and high level. We’ll talk about three main things: what the act is, who enforces it, and what it means to you. What is the American Disabilities Act? Often referred to as ADA, […]
Is a Purchase Order a Legal Contract?
The world of purchase orders and contracts can be a bit confusing sometimes. We’ve put together a short article outlining the similarities and differences between the two to help you sort them out. Purchase Order and Contracts Basics Let’s start by talking about each of these documents. A purchase order is a document from a […]
Do You Need a Lawyer to Review Contracts?
Do you really need a lawyer to review contracts? After all, you’re a smart person and can read it yourself, right? Why spend the money to have an attorney double-check it to make sure everything is aligned? The short answer is this: by hiring a lawyer, you spend a small amount of money now to […]
The Most Important Parts of a Business Plan
After working with a lot of clients over the years, we’ve determined the most important parts of a business plan. Even though it’s important the whole thing is done well, here are the areas we recommend spending a little extra time on. Executive Summary This is commonly accepted as the most important part of a […]
How to Start a Business in California
Want to start a business in California? The good news is it’s not as complicated as you might think. People do it every single day. As long as you go through these steps, you’ll be set up and ready to go in no time. Here are the basic steps to complete: Step 1: Pick a […]
Here Are the Laws in California for Time Off During the Holidays
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it and it is important that we get the time we need with our family. This would be a great time to look over what your boss is obligated to as far as being accommodating to requests for vacation time during the holiday season. You should also look […]
Everything You Need to Know About Racial Discrimination in the Workplace
Did you know that it’s illegal in the state of California for an employer to have discrimination toward an individual because of their ethnic background? People that are harassed or discriminated against an employee based on race could make a claim in opposition to his or her boss for the damages done. 1. Could a […]
Why You Need a Lawyer to Prepare and Review Your Contract
Drafting a Legally Binding Agreement A contract or legally binding could be verbal or on paper, but the most significant contracts are those that are signed by parties of two or more. Legally binding agreements are the core of your business and may be basic or sophisticated. Some instances of contracts include employment contracts, sales agreements, […]
