The world has substantially changed and we now advise that every Southern California and San Diego employer should have an arbitration agreement. The Supreme Court of the United States recently ruled in Chamber of Commerce v Bonta that the Federal Arbitration Act or FAA preempts AB51 and all of California’s...
Your Business is Only as Good as its Contracts
It may shock you to learn your business is only as good as its contracts. Successful and profitable business transactions are the essence of business. Contracts are the foundation of all business transactions. This includes transactions between businesses, between your company and its suppliers or customers, between employer and employee,...
Sound Business Insights Episode 34 – Business Formation
Introducing the latest Sound Business Insights Podcast Episode 34 – Business Formation. In this episode, Dan discusses the process of business formation and what you need to know about the types of entities available here in California and how to choose the right entity for your new business. Dan Watkins...
Misappropriation of Trade Secrets Strategy When a Non-Compete Agreement Can’t Work
Why should your San Diego and Southern California consider a misappropriation of trade secrets strategy when a non-compete agreement can’t work under California law? Is there a genuine legal strategy to reduce the likelihood of an employee or former partner competing against you after leaving your employ. A Position of...
How Can A Shareholder Access the Books?
How can a shareholder access the books to protect their interests in San Diego and Southern California? What rights does a shareholder have and what is the best way to protect and assert those rights? California Law Provides Shareholders With Strong Protections Shareholders have many rights under California law. For...
Experienced General Counsel in San Diego
Are you searching for an experienced general counsel in San Diego and Southern California? Do you need a business coach, an experienced business advisor who you can turn to for insight and counsel about how to protect your business or expand to new markets? Why should you consider the...
Sound Business Insights Episode 33 – Misclassification of Independent Contractors
We invite you to listen to our Sound Business Insights Podcast, Episode 33 – Misclassification of Independent Contractors. Dan discusses changes in California law based upon the Dynamex decision and the impact this is going to have on employers in California with independent contractors. In this lively and candid conversation,...
Integrating Recent Changes Into Your Employee Handbook
Are you experiencing any challenges integrating recent changes into your employee handbook to keep up with recent substantial changes to federal and state employment laws? The past several months have brought substantial change for San Diego employers, and your employee handbook should have several critical revisions. Arbitration Clauses Are Back!...
Sound Business Insights Episode 32 – Business Fraud
In Sound Business Insights Episode 32 – Business Fraud Dan Watkins discusses five areas of business-related fraud as well as remedies and real-life stories to illustrate appropriate examples of this complex topic. The five types of fraud we will cover are: Consumer Fraud Business Fraud / Unfair Competition Business Partner...