by Matthew Murillo | Jan 5, 2019 | Business, CBL, NLBM
At some point, it’s virtually inevitable that some of your staff will leave your employment. Whether they leave of their own volition or they’re terminated, it’s simply the nature of running a business that not all employees will be around forever. In some cases, it...
by Matthew Murillo | Jan 5, 2019 | Business, CBL, NLBM
Nearly every week, the news is filled with headlines announcing that some big company lost or was forced to settle a lawsuit for mega millions. While big-name corporations may be able to survive such litigation relatively unscathed, for small and medium-sized...
by Matthew Murillo | Jan 5, 2019 | Business, CBL, NLBM
The rise of the “gig economy” has led to a dramatic increase in the number of businesses using independent contractors (IC) instead of traditional W2 employees. At the same time, there’s been a sharp uptick in the number of companies being penalized and/or sued for...
by Matthew Murillo | Jan 5, 2019 | Estate Planning, NLBM, PFL
Retirement planning is one of life’s most important financial goals. Indeed, funding retirement is one of the primary reasons many people put money aside in the first place. Yet many of us put more effort into planning for our vacations than we do to prepare for a...
by Matthew Murillo | Jan 5, 2019 | Estate Planning, NLBM, PFL
It’s no secret that we live in a litigious society. And though our right to a fair trial is one of the hallmarks of American democracy, it has also led to a lawsuit-crazy culture. In this atmosphere, you’re at near-constant risk for costly lawsuits, many times even...
by Matthew Murillo | Jan 5, 2019 | Estate Planning, NLBM, PFL
If you’re an animal lover and have a pet of your own, you likely consider your pet to be a member of the family. And since your furry friends can provide protection, emotional support, and unconditional love, such consideration is often well deserved. In stark...
