Legal Question in Business Law in California
My son is 18 and I have a small business as a Sole Proprietor in CA, do I need workers comp if I hire him?
Asked on 1/16/11, 8:27 am
3 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Stone
Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE
Unfortunately yes. The risks of being illegally uninsured are too great.
Answered on 1/21/11, 10:59 am
Terry A. Nelson
Nelson & Lawless
Every employee must be covered.
Answered on 1/21/11, 4:30 pm
Anthony Roach
Law Office of Anthony A. Roach
Generally, if you have even only one employee, you must carry insurance. If you do not carry insurance, you can be subject to penalties, and an injured employee, including your son, could sue you civilly. In that situation, you would not be protected by the reduced damages afforded by the worker's compensation system.
Answered on 1/22/11, 12:52 pm
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