We are often asked: “How do we bring a new investor into a San Diego LLC? Your company is positioned to grow and you simply need the working capital into the LLC in order to expand and capitalize on this opportunity.” This question is usually followed with something to the...
Defending a San Diego Employer Sexual Harassment Case
Are you searching for San Diego employer defense attorneys with a proven track record for defending a San Diego employer sexual harassment case successfully? You may be surprised to learn that the specific behavior of a San Diego boss, employer or business owner doesn’t mean they will lose an employer...
Licensing and Distribution Agreements to Leverage IP
Are you interested in learning more about licensing and distribution agreements to leverage IP and expand your business opportunities? Licensing and distribution agreements allow other companies to make use of your business Intellectual Property or IP allowing you to increase company revenues and profits by expanding into new vertical or...
Deceptive or Unfair Advertising is Against the Law in San Diego
Deceptive or unfair advertising is against the law in San Diego. Advertisers in San Diego are held to a high standard, and you can hold a competitor accountable for misleading and unfair advertising. Statements or claims made in advertisements that are untrue or deceptive fall under the California unfair competition laws. ...
Sound Business Insights Episode 21 – War Stories 2
In this episode of Sound Business Insights we present Episode 21 – War Stories 2 – a continuation of real-life stories and examples of how the Watkins Firm has helped so many businesses and individuals over our more than 40 years of business.
Selecting the Right Business Entity
You have taken the leap and decided to open your own business in San Diego, but do you know where to start? Selecting the right business entity for your new enterprise is one of the first steps in the process. The Role of the Business Plan in Entity Selection You’ve...
Reviews and Termination Facts for a San Diego Employer
What are some of the most important reviews and termination facts for a San Diego employer to understand and comply with? Does a San Diego employer have to provide a review? Why is terminating a worker such a difficult issue for a San Diego employer? Do I Have to Give...
The Recently Implemented ABC Test for Independent Contractors is Retroactive
The California Supreme Court’s ruling regarding the findings of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in Vazquez v. Jan-Pro Franchising International, Inc., has determined decisively that the recently implemented ABC test for independent contractors is retroactive to April 30, 2018 for California employers and those providing work to independent contractors. ...
Important Notes for San Diego Employers
There are important notes for San Diego employers regarding the requirement to provide breaks for rests and meals, as well as Rest Break Requirements California law specifically provides breaks for non-exempt employees to rest and to have a meal. These may not be codified in federal law, but they must...