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What Is A Force Majeure Clause?
What is a Force Majeure Clause? When you enter into a contract with another person or business, you hope it will run smoothly. But what happens if circumstances beyond both parties' control make it difficult or impossible to render the services outlined in the...
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die?
When you sit down to put together your estate plan, you will likely spend a great deal of time deciding what should happen to your home, vehicles, stocks, and savings. However, the planning process should not end there. You must also take a moment to figure out how...
How to Fire an Employee in California
Do you need to terminate one of your employees? If so, it is vital that you do so legally and professionally. Improper firings can lead to lawsuits and may impair your ability to service your clients. California employment lawyers generally recommend following these...
Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment
If you are severely ill or approaching the end of your life, you might want to think about filling out a Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) document. This form establishes default orders concerning your end-of-life medical care that you may present...
How to Dissolve Your Nonprofit Organization
How to Dissolve Your Nonprofit Organization Are you ready to dissolve your California nonprofit organization? If so, it is vital that you follow the correct winding down procedures. Failing to do so may result in fines and other penalties from the IRS. Most charities...
Does Your Organization Need a DBA?
Does Your Organization Need a DBA? When you start a new business, you have to make lots of tough decisions. What equipment should you purchase? What space should you rent? How many employees should you hire? How should you secure financing? Of course, these are not...
Benefits of a Living Trust
Understanding the Benefits of a Living Trust In recent years, the living trust has become an increasingly popular estate planning tool for San Diego families. But what exactly is this product? And what benefits can it offer you and your loved ones? What is a Living...
Failing to File a Statement of Information
Consequences of Failing to File a Statement of Information California requires almost all corporations and LLCs to file a Statement of Information form every two years. This document keeps the Secretary of State's Office up to date on the organization's address,...
Nikki Semanchik
Founding Attorney
Nikki has been practicing law since 2011. She founded SLG in 2017 with the goal of assisting Entrepreneurs, Philanthropists & Families realize their dreams.