San Diego employers should have consistent policies for the discipline of employees and pay close attention to managerial communications throughout the disciplinary process. A checklist is often the best place to start and another form of documentation for the file. Do you Have an Employee Entering the Discipline Process? We...
Your Proven and Experienced Business Lawyer in San Diego
Have you found your proven and experienced business lawyer in San Diego? Every corporate entity, from the smallest LLC to the largest corporation should have an experienced business attorney to provide advice and counsel. In a recent podcast, our Managing Partner Dan Watkins noted: “…every business or entrepreneur should have...
San Diego 2024 Minimum Wage Rates
There are new Minimum Wage rates for San Diego in 2024 and minimum wage rates across the State of California. There is a minimum wage rate for those businesses who are physically located (and the work is being performed) within the city limits of San Diego. The 2024 minimum wage...
Protect Profits by Resolving Business Litigation Efficiently
It is important to ensure business continuity and protect profits by resolving business litigation efficiently in San Diego and Southern California. Successfully resolving a breach of contract or business dispute often helps to preserve professional and business relationships while keeping the focus of business owners and the executive management team...
Do you Need an Asset Purchase or Stock Purchase
Are you acquiring a business or it’s assets? Do you need an asset purchase or a stock purchase to complete the transaction at hand, and an which one is the better vehicle? They are two completely different business acquisition strategies, and they are employed to accomplish differing objectives. What is...
What Are Unfair Business Practices
What are Unfair Business Practices in San Diego and throughout California and why is this an important business concept to understand? Unfair Business Practices are a subset of California Unfair Competition laws as well as the California Business and Professions Code that are generally designed to address the relationships of...
Unpaid Overtime Employer Defense in San Diego
Are you searching for unpaid overtime employer defense in San Diego or Southern California? How can an employer remain current and compliant with overtime laws in San Diego? Recent modifications have brought a rapid change in employer related laws and regulations in federal, state and local statutes. Our Recent Podcast...
Protect Your San Diego Company with Trade Secrets
Have you considered a strategy to protect your San Diego company with trade secrets? Recent developments have eliminated the option of non-compete agreements in California. What is the best legal strategy to protect your business information, practices, intellectual property and even customers and suppliers? How could the identification, isolation and...
Experienced Shareholder Dispute Lawyers Resolve San Diego Business Disputes
The Watkins Firm’s experienced shareholder dispute lawyers resolve San Diego business disputes quickly and in a cost-efficient manner while accomplishing our client’s goals and objectives. While there are far too many reasons for a San Diego shareholder dispute we can tell you the most common issue is money. Resolving a...