How to Evaluate Independent Contractor Relationships - Misclassification

How does the California Labor Board and the EDD evaluate independent contractor relationships.  Is this an employee or a 1099? The case involving Federal Express combined with a recent Supreme Court ruling …

Growing Your Business Out of the Pandemic - Strategies for San Diego

Are you looking for strategies which lead to growing your business out of the pandemic?  What new channels of distribution will you open up?  How will you expand your sales and marketing …

Proven Attorney for Contract Negotiations in San Diego - Business Lawyer

Are you searching for a proven attorney for contract negotiations in San Diego and Southern California.  The Watkins Firm provides strong counsel, strategic insight, and decades of experience in negotiating effective, successful …

Contracts Between Your Company and Your Customers are Important

The contracts between your company and your customers are important business documents.  They control two of the most important aspects of conducting business: sales and accounts receivable.  An effective sales contract or …

Are You Concerned About 1099 Workers in San Diego - Misclassification

Do you work with independent contractors as part of your business strategy?  Are you concerned about 1099 workers in San Diego and are you at risk for a substantial misclassification audit?  The answer …

Introducing our New Podcast - "Sound Business Insights" - Episode 1

The Watkins Firm is pleased to introduce our new podcast – “Sound Business Insights.” The overall theme of “Sound Business Insights” presented by the Watkins Firm is experienced, proven insight, strategy and …