Late in September of this year California enacted SB 1162 with additional reporting requirements for many San Diego employers. SB 1162 amended California Government and Labor Code sections of the law to require additional reporting of payroll-related information while increasing pay scale transparency. The changes will take effect on January...
Partnership Agreement for Physicians
Are you interested in developing or modifying a partnership agreement for physicians in San Diego or Southern California? Starting or growing a medical practice or healthcare business requires extensive legal insight, experience and skill. California has extensive laws and regulations which govern who may have a position of ownership within...
Sound Business Insights Episode 21: War Stories Part 2
We invite you to listen to our new podcast Sound Business Insights Episode 21: War Stories Part 2. In this episode of the podcast Dan is continuing to share examples of situations faced by our clients which in the abstract provide insight into not only what to do and not...
Setting Up a New LLC in San Diego
Are you thinking about setting up a new LLC in San Diego? Is this your first company or do you already own several other entities and businesses? How successful do you want to be? The Watkins Firm has been helping San Diego and Southern California businesses and entrepreneurs to form...
Dispute with a Former Employee or Business Partner
Many San Diego business litigation cases involve a dispute with a former employee or business partner who is now competing against their former company. While California’s non-compete laws may seem too restrictive for employers, defending your company’s proprietary information, trade secrets, practices, customer lists and industry contacts is not. Unfair...
Business Contract Attorney in San Diego
Are you searching for an experienced and proven business contract attorney in San Diego or Southern California? Business contracts ensure success for all transactions and relationships associated with your company. The quality of your business contracts is directly related to the success of your company and the ability to avoid...
Can a Former Employee Sue for Unpaid Overtime in San Diego
Can a former employee sue for unpaid overtime in San Diego? Unfortunately yes, and these lawsuits are significantly increasing in number. You thought you parted ways on good terms, and six months later you are served with a lawsuit claiming unpaid overtime violations and seeking significant damages. We Have Documentation!...
The Misclassification of Independent Contractors is Expensive
The misclassification of independent contractors is expensive and in many cases can threaten the financial viability of a company or corporation. How can a San Diego employer avoid the expense of employee misclassification as a result of changes in laws applying to independent contractors? What is the New Law Regarding...
Modifying a Shareholders’ Agreement in San Diego
What is the process for modifying a shareholders’ agreement for a San Diego or California corporation. There are several reasons why it may be necessary to make changes to the shareholder’s agreement of a San Diego corporation. The corporate documents, bylaws and shareholders agreement should be updated regularly as part...