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When your business faces overwhelming debt, bankruptcy may provide the relief you need to either reorganize operations or close in an orderly manner. Business bankruptcy is a legal process that can help companies manage financial obligations while protecting against...
Merging your business with another one can have several advantages. While it is not right for every company, or at every point of any given business’s journey, sometimes it can make a lot of sense. While it might make a lot of sense to you as a business owner, it...
California employers have to deal with myriad changes to the law every year. Many of these offer added protections to employees. One important change that took effect at the beginning of this year adds a new category of discrimination – “intersectional”...
Quiet firing may not involve pink slips or dramatic exits, but it can be just as damaging for both employees and employers. When subtle tactics replace direct communication, legal trouble may not be far behind. As workplace culture evolves, so do the ways conflict and...
If you are thinking about taking on a business partner, it is important to think long and hard about who that might be. Even if you already have someone in mind, it’s important to play out possible scenarios in your head. Here are some questions to ask yourself before...
Filing for bankruptcy is often seen as a last resort, but in many cases, it can be a strategic and savvy business decision. For business owners facing mounting debt, cash flow issues or legal pressure from creditors, bankruptcy offers a structured path to regain...
Business partnerships do not always go as smoothly as people hope. Disagreements and disputes can happen. In the most serious cases, business partners could end up in litigation against one another. Understanding why this happens can help in two ways. Some business...
Mergers of two companies can help them grow, cut costs and compete better in their industries. However, with all business decisions, it is important to take a balanced approach. Mergers have advantages and drawbacks. Below are some of the key advantages. Increased...
Employers in California must ensure they follow all applicable labor laws. This state has some of the strictest labor laws in the country, most of which provide valuable protections for the employees. There are two specific guidelines that employers are likely going...
The basic cause of business bankruptcy is typically that the debt level it is carrying is unsustainable. Chapter 11 bankruptcy, for instance, allows a business to reorganize this debt into an affordable repayment plan so that it can continue operating. Chapter 7...