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The landmark $2.2 trillion CARES Act passed by Congress was designed to try and help support U.S. businesses and workers during the Coronavirus pandemic. The massive legislation includes an array of financial incentives and loan programs for business owners, including people who own startup businesses. One of these provisions is the Employee Retention Payroll Tax Credit. This credit is designed to help businesses, including startups, retain employees, even in the face of steep declines in […]
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If your startup is struggling in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, you are not alone. Many startups and small businesses have been hit hard due to the deadly Coronavirus. In an effort to help support businesses, employees, and your average American, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”). If you own a startup in or around Los Angeles and are concerned during this difficult period, you may be […]
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21 Dec '19If you are looking to start a professional business with another individual (oftentimes a close friend, colleague, etc.) in California, one of the first issues that needs to be addressed is whether it makes sense to create a limited liability partnership (an “LLP”) or go with another structure like a professional corporation. If you decide to form an LLP, it can provide your partnership with an opportunity to build and maintain a strong working partnership […]
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An effective employee handbook will act as a manual for what your employees can expect and what your company expects from them. If your handbook does not have clear policies, you could run into big problems.An employee-related lawsuit against your company can cause serious financial issues, additional problems in the workplace, and potential damage to your company’s reputation.Plaintiff’s attorneys will look for loopholes when attempting to justify an employee’s behavior outside of your expectations. Therefore, […]
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Whether you have been a small business owner for years or if you are working through the stages of starting up your company, it is important that you take the necessary steps to protect yourself and your businesses. All of the terms and conditions included in intellectual property law can become overwhelming and it can be difficult to ascertain which type of protection you need. It is important that you consult with an experienced startup […]
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20 Dec '17
If your business has multiple owners, you need a sound buy/sell agreement in place. A buy/sell agreement is a contractual document between the owners or shareholders that creates rules for what will happen if and when one of the co-owners die, becomes disabled, needs to transfer his or her share, or decides to leave the company. A buy/sell agreement is a business planning tool designed to avoid negative outcomes if a misfortune happens. An experienced […]
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Both private equity and venture capital are terms used to describe ways that investors acquire an interest in privately held companies as opposed to investing in public companies (like those listed on the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq). What follows below is a brief explanation of the difference between venture capital and private equity.No matter what type of investment you are seeking for your business or entrepreneurial endeavor, advance planning, research, and working with […]
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13 Sep '17
Expanding and hiring more employees is a mark of business success in the corporate world. However, companies should realize with growth comes the increase for liability exposure in different areas. Companies need to remember that they will be held liable for the conduct of their employees; hence, they should be aware of their liability exposure and ways to minimize the risks. An experienced corporate lawyer in Los Angeles can help create strategies to combat liability […]
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