Buying an existing business can be an efficient way to enter the market, but it also carries legal and financial risk. In California, thorough legal due diligence is essential to uncover liabilities, confirm compliance, and protect your investment before closing the deal. Attorneys at SBEMP (Slovak, Baron, Empey, Murphy &

A well drafted business partnership agreement creates a strong foundation for any new venture. While California does not legally require a written partnership agreement, operating without one opens the door to disputes, financial confusion, and unclear responsibilities. A detailed agreement outlines how the business will run, how decisions are made,

SBEMP’s Austin Gutierrez on GPS Business Insider “Corporate Transparency Act: A New Compliance Requirement for Small Businesses”  “At the beginning of this year, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) introduced a sweeping new requirement for small businesses across the United States. Aimed at combating illicit activities such as money laundering, tax

PR Newswire PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Sept. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Many owners of homes who want to rent their properties on a short-term basis within homeowner associations (HOAs) in California got a huge boost from a recent decision by the California Court of Appeal in a case regarding the emerging trend of HOAs changing their governing documents