by Bruce Ramsey | Apr 16, 2020 | Articles, Featured Article
There are a number of Federal programs adopted to help businesses affected by COVID-19. Guidelines and forms have been in a state of flux, so it is important to make sure you are accessing the latest version. Businesses should act quickly to apply, because it will...
by Bruce Ramsey | Aug 19, 2019 | Newsletter Archives
In April 2018, the California Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court, which established a new legal standard for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors for the purposes of the wage orders...
by Bruce Ramsey | Mar 1, 2019 | Newsletter Archives
A new calendar year generally brings with it a number of new laws that apply to California employers. The following brief overview highlights some new 2019 laws of which California employers should be aware. Increase in Minimum Wage: As of January 1, 2019, the...
by Bruce Ramsey | Sep 4, 2018 | Newsletter Archives
Owners of small corporations often inquire about the pros and cons of voting versus non-voting stock. They want to know how to limit the number of persons who can influence business decisions and reduce some of the administrative costs. A simple solution is to create...
by Bruce Ramsey | Mar 13, 2018 | Newsletter Archives
As most California subcontractors know, the indemnity clause is generally presented by general contractors as a “take it or leave it” provision. Either take it and get the work or leave it and they will find someone else to do the job. To try and build in some equity...