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If you are looking to start a business in Los Angeles, California, you may be wondering what type of business entity is best. Many business owners opt to form a limited liability company, which offer certain protections against the individual owner. Why? Because limited liability protection helps protect your personal assets from business debts and legal judgments. Essentially, limited liability protection provides a shield for your personal assets, meaning your personal assets are protected and […]
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21 Feb '23If you own a limited liability company in California and are considering adding a new member, there are multiple factors that need to be considered. Adding a new member to an existing LLC is more complicated than it may seem at first glance. It is also important to be aware of the potential benefits, drawbacks, and pitfalls that may arise from the addition. With the arrival of a new member, you are adding an unknown […]
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One of the benefits associated with establishing a limited liability company (LLC) is the ability to open an independent bank account designated for the LLC as a standalone legal entity. Opening a bank account for your LLC is also a good business practice since it reduces the risk of coming ling business funds with personal funds. Below are some preliminary considerations and prerequisites that need to be met in order to open a bank account […]
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If you conduct business in California, it is important to take steps necessary to ensure compliance with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Why? Because the CPRA went into full effect on January 1, 2023. At that point, all covered businesses will be subject to a set of rigorous requirements related to the collection, retention and use of consumer information. In addition, covered companies will be required to do the following: publish privacy policies applicable […]
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20 Dec '22In California, an independent contractor is defined as a person or a business providing a specific service within a certain time for compensation. The person or business achieves independent status by not being subject to managerial control for “how” the services are provided. As business lawyers in Los Angeles, the professional team at The Hakim Law Group wants the public to know and understand the differences in the status of wage earners and independent contractors […]
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21 Nov '22Do you have a business in California that you are ready to take to the next level? Have you found yourself asking what the difference is between an LLC and a Corporation and which entity structure could be best for your business? Did you even know there were options? To begin answering these important questions, it is critical that you first take a step back and review the main entityoptions in California (there may be […]
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26 Oct '22A buy-sell agreement is important and essential for most businesses having more than one owner. This agreement benefits the owners by addressing potential circumstances which may justify a separation among business owners and providing some certainty and protection for both the exiting owner and the remaining owner through a pre-negotiated buyout offer. As business law attorneys in Los Angeles, the legal team at The Hakim Law Group wants all business owners to understand the importance […]
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06 Jun '22Have you ever entered into a non-compete agreement as a boss or an employee, or are you currently considering doing so? If so, you may be worried about the standard business contract, and whether yours is completely valid or legally enforceable. We have you covered.Here we will address your concerns and answer your questions regarding non-compete agreements: What is a Non-Compete Contract? A non-compete contract is an agreement that will prohibit employees, contractors, or equity […]
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With the current competitive economic climate, it is pertinent that all businesses are operating under the best legal structure for their purposes. Forming a limited liability company may be the best idea for your business. After all, a limited liability company, or LLC, is a specific business entity that blends the best parts of both partnership and corporate structures. There are actually several reasons to select an LLC as your business’s structure. However, it should […]
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There are many stringent and complicated requirements to opening a business in California. Unfortunately, many of these prerequisites include completing and filing multiple legal documents that you may not always be familiar with. Hence, it is always best to confer with a professional before taking action. Depending on your business’s legal structure, you may need to file “Articles of Incorporation”for a corporation, “Articles of Organization” for a limited liability company, or a “Certificate of Limited […]
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