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Navigating California’s new paid leave laws for small businesses

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February 3, 2023

September 23, 2002, was the date that then-California Governor Gray Davis signed Senate Bill 1661 into law and made California the first state in the nation to provide paid family leave insurance to almost every worker in the state. California…

Getting Investors for your Business

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Claire Kalia

July 31, 2014

When you start a new business, you likely have many questions including: Which business entity should I choose? Should I have partners? How can I get the proper funding? This last question may often lead you to ask—should I seek…

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…

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…

SEC Implements Key Provision of JOBS Act

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Claire Kalia

July 16, 2013

I first addressed the JOBS Act more than a year ago in April of 2012; since then, investors and entrepreneurs have been anxiously awaiting implementation of the law by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to a press release…

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…

Title VII – Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace

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Claire Kalia

March 22, 2013

When an entrepreneur starts a business, it is important to have a legal professional look into whether they are in compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal laws and regulations. Applicable laws may concern issues such as licenses and…

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.

startups

Navigating California’s new paid leave laws for small businesses

Getting Investors for your Business

SEC Proposes New Crowdfunding Regulations

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

SEC Implements Key Provision of JOBS Act

Common Myths Regarding Intellectual Property and your Small Business

Title VII – Prohibiting Discrimination in the Workplace

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