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Avoid costly penalties: A checklist to ensure employment law compliance in the Bay Area By: Leiann Laiks, Esq. California’s stringent labor laws present unique challenges for businesses in San Jose. Whether you’re a new startup or an established enterprise, maintaining compliance is critical to...

Key Insights into California’s Legal Obligations for Accurate and Transparent Employee Wage Statements By: Leiann Laiks, Esq. In California, employers are mandated to provide employees with itemized wage statements on each pay period or bi-weekly basis. These statements must include the following nine essential...

By: Leiann Laiks, Esq. Key Insights for Compliance and Fair Compensation As of January 1, 2024, the minimum wage in California stands at $16.00 per hour for all employers. However, certain sectors will see adjustments: Fast Food Restaurant Employers: Effective April 1, 2024, fast...

By: Leiann Laiks, Esq. In California, employers have certain rights when it comes to monitoring workplace communications, including: 1. Workplace Communications: Employers typically have the authority to monitor various forms of workplace communication, such as business phone calls, computer usage, emails, and voicemail messages,...

In the business world, contracts are crucial for protecting your interests and keeping operations running smoothly. Having the right contracts in place helps you avoid legal troubles and maintain strong business relationships. Here are the top five key contracts every business must know, especially...

Strategy Law, LLP is pleased to announce that Kevin Martin has been promoted to Partner. Kevin Martin, formerly Of Counsel with the firm, has been promoted to Partner as of September 1, 2024. Managing Partner, Tamara Pow, said, “Kevin has been helping our clients...

Strategy Law, LLP is pleased to announce that Attorney Phillip Wang has joined the firm. Phillip Wang practices in the areas of commercial litigation, real estate, and bankruptcy and creditors’ rights. Phil’s commercial litigation practice focuses on representing companies in disputes including commercial contracts,...

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are pivotal events in a business’s lifecycle, offering both opportunities and challenges. A business lawyer plays a vital role in guiding these complex transactions, ensuring they are legally sound, strategically beneficial, and minimally disruptive to operations. Whether you’re a startup,...

Starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) can be a wise choice for entrepreneurs as well as small business owners. While it offers many advantages, there are also some drawbacks you’ll need to consider before taking the plunge. While the best approach would be to...

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) recently updated its FAQs on Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting, specifically regarding companies that have ceased to exist. This is a critical update for businesses that have dissolved or are planning to dissolve. New FAQ C13, see https://www.fincen.gov/boi-faqs#C_13...