By: Kerri N. Kramer and Francesca Gonzales The new year will bring new laws affecting workplaces and California employers. We have summarized below several of the key changes affecting California’s labor and employment laws, which will go into effect on January 1,...
As we approach the end of the year, many companies are already planning their holiday parties. Often these are held in restaurants, country clubs, event spaces and other off-site venues so that people have a chance to dress up, bring a guest and relax with colleagues...
You’ve always wanted to become a business owner, and now you have a terrific idea and a business plan. You’ve even found the right property where you want to open your company. You believe it will get excellent foot traffic and be ideal for long-term success. There’s...
There are many different types of business structures that people can form when starting a new company. Those aiming for speed and simplicity might choose a sole proprietorship, while those worried about liability might select a more complex business form. Limited...
Everyone knows the real estate term “Location, location, location.” Commercial property owners understand that the location of their land is crucial for a successful business venture. Therefore, it can be upsetting for them to hear that the government is going to take...
Any successful company relies on mutual respect between the employer and employees. One cannot function properly without the other. For the most part, employees are paid a fair rate for their work and the company obtains a profit. However, there are occasions where...
Finding suitable premises to lease in the right location at the right price is one of the many challenges you will face as a business owner. And, as with any business transaction you need to be sure what you are getting into before you sign the contract. One of the...
Diversity in the workplace is something that a lot of companies praise in theory – but fail to practice in reality. One common form of workplace discrimination that often goes unnoticed or unaddressed is grooming discrimination. Grooming discrimination refers to the...
Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms. Some people experience mistreatment because they are the only man or woman in a department dominated by one sex. Other people face discrimination and mistreatment based on their religion or a distinct medical...
When executives (and others) behave badly, you can just about bet that somebody is going to be around to catch the whole thing on film – and it only takes one viral video for their company’s reputation to get dragged through the mud as a result. That’s why morality...
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