In Episode 36 – Best of Sound Business Insights Volume 1 we revisit some of the most important, insightful and entertaining moments of the podcast so far. The episode begins with a few clips about why it is so important to have an experienced, proven business attorney. This includes Dan’s...
Sound Business Insights Episode 35 – Crazy Things You Didn’t Know Were Covered By Insurance
In our Sound Business Insights Podcast Episode 35 – Crazy Things You Didn’t Know Were Covered by Insurance Dan provides insight into commercial and residential insurance policies and the types of things most people wouldn’t know about the denial of claims which, perhaps, should be covered. Dan Watkins begins the...
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...
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,...
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...
Sound Business Insights Episode 31 – ABCs of What to Do If You are Sued
In Episode 31 – ABCs of What to Do If You are Sued Dan Watkins discusses the steps to take if you learn you have been sued (served with papers) or have heard through witnesses or other parties that a lawsuit may be coming your way. “If you’re in business,...
Sound Business Insights Podcast Episode 30 – Management Service Organization or MSOs
In Sound Business Insights Podcast Episode 30 – Management Service Organization or MSOs Dan discusses one of the most effective ways to improve a medical practice or healthcare-related business: the Management Service Organization or MSO. What is an MSO and how can it help a medical practice or healthcare business...
Sound Business Insights Episode 29 – Recent Big News Regarding Arbitration
Episode 29 – Recent Big News in Arbitration begins with an overview of the Supreme Court ruling in Chamber of Commerce v Bonta. On February 15, 2023 the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals decided that the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA) preempts California AB 51, rendering it literally unenforceable. We, the...
Sound Business Insights Episode 28 – Common Employer Disputes and Defenses
In Sound Business Insights Episode 28 – Common Employer Disputes and Defenses Dan Watkins shares many of the types of disputes that San Diego and Southern California employers find themselves in as well as insight into the strategies for defending them from allegations and in agency and plaintiff’s lawsuits. Risks...