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The Benefits of Hiring an HR Attorney for Your Small Business

Having an HR attorney on hand can be a huge asset to any small business. An HR attorney is a professional who specializes in employment law and can help a business stay in compliance with the many laws and regulations that govern the workplace. With their in-depth knowledge of employment

Can Employers Require Workers to Come Back to the Office?

As different sectors of the economy in California are reopening and COVID-19 vaccines encourage a return to pre-pandemic standards, many employers will face the task of calling employees back to the office. SBEMP partner Vee Sotelo has reported that an influx of inquiries to the firm’s Labor and Employment Department

SBEMP Webinar: Legal Land Mines in the Time of the Pandemic

In Part II of our SBEMP legal series learn about current employer law suits, employees’ rights under the CARES act, and novel legal theories that will set precedent for employers for years to come. Aired Wednesday, July 8, 2020 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Legal Land Mines in the Time of

Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act

On Friday, June 5, 2020, the President signed the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (PPPFA) into law. This Act modifies the CARES Act and allows more loan forgiveness for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. PPP loans are now operating under new regulations and deadlines. Business owners currently working under PPP