The short answer to the question in the headline is: yes. If you hire or are an independent contractor, you should have this type of agreement in place. An independent contractor agreement can be a critical tool in defining expectations and rules for a professional relationship. Below, we examine what you should include in these […]

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Contracts are necessary to the stability and success of just about any business, whether they are with certain employees, partners, vendors, customers or clients. In order to make sure they function as anticipated, it is important that they be valid, well-crafted and enforceable. Otherwise, it may not be binding or, even worse, operate to the […]

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Previously in this blog, we have discussed how important it is for businesses to protect their intellectual property. However, protecting intellectual property is not something reserved for business entities; individuals can also benefit from such protections. If you work in certain capacities – like design, writing or other creative roles – it can be important […]

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Moonlighting is a term used to describe the act of working a second job outside of normal working hours. Federal government agencies prohibit employees from this practice, while many public organizations must refer to federal laws and agency regulations. On the other hand, are employees of private companies permitted to moonlight? Generally speaking, yes. But […]

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Trade secrets are typically among a company’s most important assets. This information is a solution, formula or technique that gives the business a competitive edge and sets it apart from others. And its value comes from the fact that it is not available to people outside the business. While people often assume the biggest threat […]

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Discrimination in the workplace is a hot-button and sensitive topic for employers and employees. Even the appearance or suggestion of discrimination can trigger legal action. Whether there is ultimately a settlement or a court dismisses the case, lawsuits can be demanding and expensive for employers. As such, it is crucial to avoid discrimination, even when […]

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While the vast majority of owners’ complaints involving construction work on their home or building can be classified as “cosmetic” in nature, other seemingly minor issues should be considered defective work which can be problematic. Not only can they be costly to repair, but they can lead to more serious issues such as window or […]

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Employers have the right to make decisions on how they run their business, as long as those decisions comply with state and federal laws. For instance, an employer can decide whether to hire someone, when to let employees go and how to move them around to best meet the needs of the company. However, if […]

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If you own a business, you’ve likely learned quite a few lessons about how to run your company. However, every phase of a business presents new challenges and new opportunities. This is true whether you are starting a brand-new business or expanding an existing one. While these events are highly complex and unique, there are […]

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People all across California dream of cashing in on their “side-hustle,” or “Passion Project ” they pursue outside of their regular job. As is the case with any business venture, there is no guarantee of success, but there are people who have turned their Passion Project into a successful business. For instance, one man started […]

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