Choosing the Right Business Entity in California: Legal and Tax Considerations
The entity you choose may affect your personal liability, tax obligations, management structure, and perhaps even your ability to attract investors. Below, we outline the main entity types available in California, and what factors to consider when setting up a new company, including the often-overlooked California Close Corporation.
Considering Franchising Your Business? Here’s What You Need to Know in Nevada and California
Are you a business owner in Nevada or California thinking about expanding your brand through franchising? Franchising can be an excellent way to grow your business and build a powerful network — but it comes with complex legal requirements and important strategic steps to ensure success.
When Immigration Crackdowns Go Too Far: U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders Caught in the Dragnet
Recent immigration enforcement actions under the Trump administration’s second term have cast an unsettlingly wide net—one that has not only affected undocumented immigrants, but also U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (green card holders). As immigration raids intensify across the country, we are seeing increasing reports of people with legal status being wrongly detained, interrogated, and in some cases, held for days or weeks without due process.
What the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Means for You: Tax, Estate, Health Care & More
On July 4, 2025, President Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law—a sweeping federal measure that will have a profound impact on Americans across many areas of life, from how we’re taxed to how healthcare and public benefits are accessed. This article summarizes some of the key provisions of the OBBBA and what you should be thinking about right now—whether you're preparing an estate plan, managing a small business, or navigating public benefits.