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New Developments in California Employment Law (Part 2)

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December 5, 2013

Small business owners should always be aware of all of the federal and state employment laws that may apply to their company. Familiarizing yourself with laws regarding wages, hours, discrimination, and more not only guarantees fair treatment for your employees,…

SEC Proposes New Crowdfunding Regulations

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Claire Kalia

November 1, 2013

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has moved one step closer to implementing key provisions of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act. First signed into law over a year ago on April 5, 2012, the JOBS Act…

FMLA Eligibility for Married LGBT Employees

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Claire Kalia

October 9, 2013

Earlier this year, the Supreme Court of the United States struck down Section 3 of the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) in its landmark decision in United States v. Windsor. This decision meant that the federal government would now bestow…

Ways for Small Businesses to Compete With Corporate Giants

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Claire Kalia

October 2, 2013

Small business owners may be intimidated when huge corporate chains open in the neighborhood and may worry that the mass-marketing giants will lure their customers away. However, many small businesses continue to succeed in the face of corporate competitors. You…

Is Your Small Business Unintentionally Breaking Employment Laws?

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Claire Kalia

September 23, 2013

Many small business owners try to be flexible in order to accommodate their employees’ needs, busy lives, and unexpected situations. However, even if owners are simply trying to be kind and helpful, they may be unintentionally breaking federal and/or state…

States may Preempt Feds on Crowdfunding Regulations

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Claire Kalia

September 11, 2013

Although the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (JOBS) was signed into law almost a year and a half ago, implementation of key provisions of the law has been slow to occur. The Act is intended to encourage investment into small…

How to Value Your Small Business or Startup

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Claire Kalia

August 31, 2013

Owning and running a small business can be an extremely time-consuming endeavor, and may require a person to perform a variety of functions on a daily basis. As a result, a majority of entrepreneurs do not place business valuation at…

Small Businesses and the Legal Implications of Social Media

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Claire Kalia

August 20, 2013

Social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Google Plus can provide free and widespread exposure for businesses. Social media sites can potentially reach millions of people, therefore even the smallest of businesses or newest startup can advertise alongside…

Homemade Food Law is a Step in the Right Direction for Small Food Entrepreneurs

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Claire Kalia

August 11, 2013

During the economic downturn of the past few years, many people are looking for creative ways to supplement their income, support their families, and survive despite bleak unemployment rates. For many talented home cooks or hopeful chefs having difficulty finding…

Common Myths Regarding Intellectual Property and your Small Business

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Claire Kalia

May 14, 2013

When you are starting a small business, your to-do list often seems endless. Since many small business owners have limited knowledge of the law, legal issues facing your business may seem daunting. Furthermore, if you are starting a business, you…

The Internet Sales Tax and Small Business: Will you be Affected?

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Claire Kalia

May 1, 2013

There is no question that the Internet has changed the business landscape and has significantly lowered traditionally high barriers to entry in some industries. No longer do startups and entrepreneurs need to have large amounts of capital to get started.…

Is your Independent Contractor Actually an Employee? Why it Matters.

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Claire Kalia

April 23, 2013

If you hire someone to perform services for your business, that person may be classified as an independent contractor or as an employee. The differences between these two classifications are often misunderstood by an employer, and these misunderstandings can have…

Claire founded Kalia Law P.C. in 2012 to provide high-quality legal assistance to startups and small business owners. Her extensive experience and commitment to business law can help you achieve your goals of business success.

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New Developments in California Employment Law (Part 2)

SEC Proposes New Crowdfunding Regulations

FMLA Eligibility for Married LGBT Employees

Ways for Small Businesses to Compete With Corporate Giants

Is Your Small Business Unintentionally Breaking Employment Laws?

States may Preempt Feds on Crowdfunding Regulations

How to Value Your Small Business or Startup

Small Businesses and the Legal Implications of Social Media

Homemade Food Law is a Step in the Right Direction for Small Food Entrepreneurs

Common Myths Regarding Intellectual Property and your Small Business

The Internet Sales Tax and Small Business: Will you be Affected?

Is your Independent Contractor Actually an Employee? Why it Matters.

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