Social Distancing Protocol for Businesses in Santa Clara County
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Coronavirus, Small businesses
- July 27, 2020
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Santa Clara County is encouraging its local businesses to create Social Distancing Protocols. By creating these tools, you can help the community contain the spread of COVID-19. If your business is currently operating according to the June 5 order,...
Read MoreSexual Harassment Training in the Workplace
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Employment, Sexual Harassment, Small businesses
- May 01, 2019
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The State of California has recently implemented legislation regarding sexual harassment training in the workplace. Beginning on January 1, 2020, an employer who has at least five employees is required to provide a minimum of two hours of sexual...
Read MoreHow Much Should You Pay an Advisor?
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Advisors, Small businesses, Startups
- November 06, 2018
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Startups and other small businesses frequently need help tackling novel issues as they grow. As a result, many will hire business advisors to help them with employee management, business planning, and financial projections. They might also need a business...
Read MoreHow the New Tax Laws Will Benefit Small Business Owners
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Business Entities, Small businesses, Taxes
- October 11, 2018
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The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act significantly changed the way businesses are taxed. Although the tax cut for C Corporations (to 21%) garnered the most attention, small business owners should see big wins, also. Below, we summarize some...
Read MoreLegal Issues Related to Bitcoin, ICOs, and Digital Currencies
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Cryptocurrency, Internet law, Small businesses, Startups
- August 07, 2018
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Digital currencies, unlike traditional fiat currencies, are not backed by any government. Because cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are not issued by a central bank, they have become popular with some investors and consumers who see significant opportunities for growth and...
Read MoreUnited States Supreme Court: States May Require Online Retailers to Collect Sales Tax
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Internet law, Online retail, Small businesses, Taxes
- June 26, 2018
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On Thursday, the United States Supreme Court ruled that states may require online retailers to collect state sales tax in states where the retailer has no physical presence. The case before the Court involved a South Dakota statute that...
Read MoreWhat Will Happen to the New Overtime Rule?
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Compensation and benefits, Environment, Small businesses
- March 14, 2017
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Employers and employees across the country are closely monitoring developments regarding the suspension of former President Obama’s “Overtime Rule.” In November 2016, a Texas Federal Court judge issued a preliminary injunction against the Overtime Rule, halting its implementation. The...
Read MoreCan I Use a Non-Disparagement Clause to Prevent Negative Reviews of my Startup?
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Small businesses, Startups
- March 10, 2016
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Many startups gain success through word-of-mouth and by building a reputation for reliability and for providing high-quality products or services. Customers can leave reviews on websites such as Facebook or Yelp detailing their positive experience with your business and...
Read MoreHow to Legally Name a Business
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Internet law, Small businesses, Startups, Trademarks
- February 17, 2015
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Naming a new business is often a difficult decision that many entrepreneurs may spend countless hours struggling with. The choice of a particular business name can significant legal implications and also may affect the overall success of your business....
Read MoreProtecting your assets in an LLC
- Posted By: Claire Kalia
- Posted In: Bankruptcy, Incorporation, Small businesses, Startups
- January 12, 2015
- 3 Comments
As we have previously discussed on this blog, limited liability companies (LLCs) have many benefits for business owners. We will now examine one of those benefits more in depth—the protection of your personal assets. In a sole proprietorship or...
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