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The Founder’s Fallacy: Why “Working for Free” is a Legal Time Bomb

The Founder’s Fallacy: Why “Working for Free” is a Legal Time Bomb

by Tyler Smith | Apr 27, 2026 | Business Transactions

In the early days of a startup, the culture is often defined by sacrifice. Founders and early employees frequently work for “free” or for sweat equity, viewing their unpaid labor as a badge of honor or a necessary bridge to a seed round. But, this team player...
Literally – What Your Written Document Says, Matters

Literally – What Your Written Document Says, Matters

by Shirley Roberson | Apr 18, 2026 | Business Transactions

Last week, you asked your business attorney to take a quick look at a short contract you received from a new service provider. You believe it shouldn’t take your attorney more than a few minutes to review and confirm that everything makes sense, and you can sign the...
Planning a Reduction in Force in California? Remote Work Does Not Reduce the Risk

Planning a Reduction in Force in California? Remote Work Does Not Reduce the Risk

by Jennifer Mancera | Mar 27, 2026 | Business Transactions

Why California Employers Should Pay AttentionWhy Remote Workforces Can Create More RIF Exposure, Not LessWhere Employers Commonly Get in to TroubleA Practical Reduction-in-Force Plan for California EmployersWhere Employer Liability Risk HidesHow Our Office Helps With...
Annual Immigration-Rights Notices To Employees

Annual Immigration-Rights Notices To Employees

by Jennifer Mancera | Feb 9, 2026 | Business Transactions

Don’t Miss The Deadline To Issue New  Why Employers Are Paying Attention: Immigration Protections Are Front and Center In CaliforniaBeyond what the notice contains, how you send it to employees matters. Emergency Contact Designation and Notification ProceduresA...
Raise Capital and Avoid Registering the Offerings through the SEC’s Regulation D

Raise Capital and Avoid Registering the Offerings through the SEC’s Regulation D

by Tyler Smith | Jan 9, 2026 | Business Transactions

Applicable exemptions:California Disclosures: Regulation A Disclosure Requirements:Financial statement requirements depend on the tier. In summary Have you ever wondered how a small company can raise capital without having to register with the SEC? Are you a...
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