What is the New ABC Test for Independent Contractors and 1099 Workers

What is the new ABC test for independent contractors in San Diego and how does it impact 1099 and independent contractor misclassification throughout Southern California?  The California Supreme Court recently released the landmark and game-changing Dynamex decision which affects the classification of workers in California as well as the misclassification of independent contractors and 1099 […]

Misclassification of Independent Contractors Depends More Upon Finance

The misclassification of independent contractors depends more upon financial relationship between the parties, than in the degree of control the hiring company exerts.  According to a recent US Supreme Court ruling – the IRS, federal and California state agencies should look more to the extent of the financial dependency of the independent contractor to the […]

Reviewing Business Contracts Reduces Risk, Disputes and Litigation

The Watkins Firm has served the San Diego business community for decades.  Reviewing business contracts for our clients reduces risk, disputes and the litigation which can and will follow.  The quality of the business contract will determine the success of your business relationships or transactions.  A well crafted contract ensures each party in your business […]

Should You Hire Independent Contractors for Your San Diego Business

Should you hire independent contractors for your San Diego business to avoid unemployment and workers compensation expenses, as well as FICA and other payroll taxes?  The past few years have brought substantial changes in employment laws at the federal, state and local level and one of the major areas of focus at both federal labor […]

Business Contracts Make or Break the Success of a San Diego Business

Business contracts make or break the success of a San Diego business.  Effective business contracts are the foundation of business itself, and the quality of your company’s contracts will have a strong impact on the success or failure of your LLC or corporation.  The Watkins Firm has served the San Diego business community for decades.  […]

Form a California Nonprofit Corporation in San Diego - 501(c)(3) or Corporation?

What is required to form California nonprofit corporation in San Diego?  Is either a 501(c)(3) or a corporation the right structure for your charitable, public benefit, mutual benefit or religious work?  You are going to invest a lot of your personal time, energy, effort and money in a cause which is important to you.  Isn’t […]

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