Litigation! The word has many connotations, most of which are pejorative. The “litigation happy” label is ubiquitous. In the business world, “litigation” has a much more pragmatic import. It remains a useful tool for San Diego business seeking legitimate recourse but simultaneously is the source of unease. While a full…
Parts One and Two of this article focused on the factors new and growing San Diego businesses weigh when considering whether or not to hire their first employees. Part Three focuses on the important task of developing an employee policy. Regardless of the stage any San Diego business finds itself…
In today’s climate, San Diego businesses are loath to suffer any negative publicity. Instead, they are looking for an edge wherever they can find it. Whether businesses know it or not, the internet is filling an important customer service role. Websites like Yelp.com and Amazon.com provide actual consumer reviews on…
In many industries, the need for foreign workers and an intimate familiarity with United States immigration policy has existed for decades. Large corporations, particularly those in information technology, have in-house attorneys and human resource departments that have developed systems to handle the processing of foreign employees. For these corporations, the…
Credit card companies’ decisions to unilaterally lower credit limits can have a severe impact on start up San Diego businesses. During recessions, high unemployment rates drive many to consider going out on their own. As they contemplate the decision, young entrepreneurs often factor in their credit worthiness. Start up costs…
Part One of this article focused on making the decision to hire employees and the costs of doing so. Part Two provides a brief overview of the numerous Federal and California State laws and regulations governing employers. It is important that businesses become familiar with these laws as they contemplate…
Eventually the day comes when every new San Diego business owner asks the question “Is it time to hire my first employee?” The prospect is exciting and often serves as a catalyst for business growth. For some, the right time is when business operations begin to negatively affect personal life.…
When starting a new business, San Diego’s entrepreneurs are often confronted with a myriad of business and legal issues that they didn’t anticipate when originally formulating their business plan. As they consider overhead, business formation, taxes, the need for an attorney and accountant and other expenses, somewhere along the line…