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Capitol Connection Q&A for Contractors - Week of August 5, 2013


By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc.

Handymen need to remember the scope and limits of their work or they might find themselves ‘a dollar’ over the line and on the wrong side of the law.  Licensed contractors also face significant penalties when projects go astray, including revocation of their license number. Wrapping it up we help settle a ‘buddy’ bet that offers an important reminder about knowledge and power…

State Compensation Insurance Fund: Back In The Game?


by Gary A. Duckworth, CPCU, ARM, Cook, Disharoon & Greathouse, Inc.


Sure looks like it.  Let’s review this more closely.

The Past

In 2010 State Fund had a leading position in CA Workers’ Comp market share of 16.02%.*.  Acceptable.

In 2011 that market share dropped to 12.91%.* Not good – a reduction of 20% of their piece of the pie.

In 2012 that market share dropped further to only 10.03 %.* Time for drastic action!

Sacramento Update - July 2013


from J. Kevin Pedrotti, Legislative Advocate for the Golden State Builders Exchanges

The legislature has adjourned for summer recess and will return in August for the final one-month stretch before completing the first year of the 2013-14 legislative session. The final weeks of the legislative year will primarily focus on the Appropriations Committee(s) and floor sessions where surviving legislation will be sent to the Governor for final consideration.

How Long is "Too Long?" Automotive Update


By Del Wolfe, Lehmer's Buick GMC, Concord

One of the single largest costs to run your business can by your fleet of vehicles. It can also be your biggest asset after your people. The question most business owners have is "how long should I keep my vehicle in service? One school of thought is "until it dies" and the other is "when will I get my maximum return?" We call the second one scheduled replacement. Let's look at the factors that can help determine when is the right time.

Capitol Connection Q&A for Contractors - Week of July 22, 2013


By Shauna Krause, President, Capitol Services, Inc.

Despite the obvious ‘suspense’ we step up to provide a ‘remedy’ for a contractor worried about ‘hiccups’ in applying for the LLC license. Just in time, we remind all our readers why it is critically important to keep the CSLB up to date on your business address. Failing to do so carries a potentially high price …

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