Month: December 2020

The basics about contracts and business law

December 30, 2020
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Businesses in California, large and small, oftentimes come to find that their bedrock relationship with suppliers, vendors and other companies rely heavily on one thing: contracts. As a result, business leaders can usually benefit from knowing the basics about contracts and their relationship with business law. Basics of business contracts For starters, what is a…

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Beginning an estate plan

December 11, 2020
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Having an estate plan is important for creating a legacy for all families but 56 percent of Americans do not have a current plan. Estate planning is essential for protecting yourself and your family if you suffer sickness or an accident or die. Regardless of a family’s wealth, most plans have essential components. Estate plan…

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Expansion of CA Family Rights Act – SB 1383

December 9, 2020
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Governor Newsom signed SB 1383 on September 17, 2020, significantly expanding the California Family Rights Act (“CFRA”). This new law becomes effective January 1. 2021, meaning businesses should be preparing now. What is the CA Family Rights Act? The CFRA is a law that allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid…

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Going through a divorce with a family farm can be difficult

December 9, 2020
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A Central Valley resident who is going through a divorce or legal separation probably realizes that the process can be long, stressful and expensive. Issues like property division and child support and custody, as well as other issues, can be contentious. If a person does not stand up for his or her rights, it could…

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