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EmploymentNonprofitsSmall Businesses
Guide
07/28/25
Background Checks in the Hiring Process: A Guide for California Nonprofits and Small Businesses
This guide discusses legal issues that might arise when performing background checks for new hires. Topics include negligent hiring, avoiding discrimination, state and local fair chance laws, background checks required…
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SpanishToolkit
06/08/25
Arregla Disciplina Escolar—Mini Kit de Herramientas
La Mini Kit de Herramientas, Arregla Disciplina Escolar es una colección de recursos para estudiantes, padres, la comunidad, abogadores, educadores y quien sea que esté interesado en aprender como eliminar…
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GuideToolkit
06/08/25
Fix School Discipline—Mini-Toolkit
The Fix School Discipline Mini-Toolkit is a collection of resources for students, parents, community, advocates, educators and anyone interested in learning how to eliminate harsh discipline practices that push students out…
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GuideToolkit
06/08/25
Fix School Discipline—Educator Toolkit
Fix School Discipline – a project of Public Counsel – is a comprehensive resource for school superintendents, principals, teachers, parents, students, community leaders, organizations, advocates, and anyone interested in learning how…
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GuideToolkit
06/08/25
Fix School Discipline—Community Toolkit
Fix School Discipline – a project of Public Counsel – is a comprehensive resource for students, parents, community leaders, organizations, advocates, school superintendents, principals, teachers, and anyone interested in learning…
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Guide
04/18/25
Required Courses When you File Chapter 7 Bankruptcy
All individuals who file a chapter 7 bankruptcy must take two courses to receive a discharge of their debts: Credit Counseling and Personal Financial Management. This guide will help you…
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03/03/25
FAQs on Responding to Recent DEI Executive Orders
The Trump Administration has issued a handful of executive orders aiming to curtail Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) policies and programs. These orders have implications for private sector organizations that…
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Guide
02/26/25
Creating a Family Plan: A Workbook for Immigrant Parents
Who will take care of my child if I cannot? Parents ask themselves this question when there is uncertainty in their lives. Whether it be related to finances, mental health,…
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02/25/25
Template California Commercial Lease Agreement
Template commercial lease for nonprofits and small businesses
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Guide
01/31/25
How to Complete the Adversary Proceeding Cover Sheet Self-Help Guide
Unless you file your adversary proceeding case electronically, your adversary proceeding complaint must be filed with a completed Adversary Proceeding Cover Sheet (Official Form 1040). The clerk of court needs…
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