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The Office of Small Business Advocate (OSBA) advocates the causes of small business and provide small business owners with the information needed to succeed in the California marketplace.

OSBA staff provide assistance to the state's small business community on issues ranging from regulations to procurement.  Depending on the issue, staff can refer small businesses to appropriate contacts in State government, business, and service organizations.  

OSBA staff also serve on various State interagency working groups and task forces to represent small business interests in state legislation, policy, and procedures.

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2013 State Labor Law and Payroll Tax Seminar
6/17/2013 10:17:00 AM

This seminar is presented by the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) in conjunction with the Employment Development Department (EDD).  You will receive information from DLSE and EDD on:

  •  Record keeping
  • Reporting requirements
  • Employer obligations
  • Wage payment requirements
  • Common wage and hour law application
  • Employer and employee rights and responsibilities
  • The basics of how to distinguish between an employee and independent contractor

There is no charge for this seminar.  Reservations are highly recommended as the seminars are often full to capacity.

Click here to view the schedule for 2013.

Register by telephoning 415-703-4810 or register online at EDD’s website at http://www.edd.ca.gov/Payroll_Tax_Seminars/Classroom_Seminars.aspx. Click on the link “State Labor Law and Payroll Tax.”


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