For Sheila Harris-Young and her daughter, Toni Young, opening Bumzy’s Chocolate Chip Cookies was a dream come true. According to the San Francisco Examiner, the pair opened the shop in the Fillmore neighborhood of San Francisco in 2010. The dream is no longer so sweet...
California business owners often turn to an accountant to help manage their finances. Hiring such a professional can reduce the odds of paying too much in tax or being accused of breaking the law. However, it is possible that an accountant will engage in malpractice...
Patient brokering is a practice that involves recruiting those who have substance abuse issues and referring them to rehab facilities. This is seen as a predatory practice that can lead to the death of patients as well as insurance fraud. However, proposed legislation...
Unfortunately, unfair competitions can hurt many consumers and businesses in California. Practices that are deemed to be unfair include trademark infringement, false advertising and misappropriation of trade secrets. Both state and federal laws aim to protect...
Californians who are planning to launch new websites should take care to avoid several common pitfalls involving intellectual property. If business owners are not careful with their website launches, they may be sued in court. It is important for businesses to conduct...
Restaurants are a unique kind of business. Manufacturing, sales and consumption all happen simultaneously. As a result, restaurant owners have to juggle several different responsibilities while managing the risks of the food service industry. In this busy role,...
In modern-day America, having insurance isn't merely a luxury. It's often essential. And certain types of insurance, such as auto insurance, are legally required here in California. If you've ever felt frustrated by or powerless against your insurance company, you're...