Introduction In California, contractors must maintain an active and compliant contractor’s license to operate legally. A key part of licensure is the “qualifying individual,” which is the person who possesses the experience and expertise required to hold the license. California Business and Professions Code sections 7121 and 7121.5 govern when Read more…
Introduction Each year, the California Legislature passes a thousand new bills, most of which make it into law. And each year, many of these bills reshape the employment relationship in California between employee-and employer. This article highlights some of the most significant bills impacting physical therapy employers that became effective Read more…
Written for CPTA by Cory Huennekens, Law Clerk and Steven L. Simas, Esq. Introduction On September 24, 2024, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill-1061 (SB-1061) which prevents health care providers, including physical therapists, from reporting medical debts to Credit Reporting Agencies (CRA). Specifically, SB-1061 makes some significant Read more…
In 2025, workplace investigations are evolving to address emerging challenges and leverage technological advancements. Simas & Associates, Ltd., with over two decades of experience, remains at the forefront of these developments, ensuring that investigations are conducted promptly, thoroughly, lawfully, and cost-effectively. Key Trends in Workplace Investigations: Navigating Complex Employment Read more…
Since 2002, the experienced and accomplished attorneys with Simas & Associates, Ltd. have been protecting and defending the rights of healthcare providers, professional licensees, employers and highly regulated businesses throughout California. With headquarters in Sacramento and San Luis Obispo, offices in San Jose, Santa Monica and San Diego, plus a Read more…
To be eligible to take the examination to become a Registered Veterinary Technician in California, the applicant must be at least 18 years of age and meet any one of the following criteria: Graduate from, at minimum, a two-year curriculum in veterinary technology in a college or other post-secondary institution Read more…
As our team celebrates its 17th Anniversary of practice, we reflect upon the hundreds, if not thousands, of clients we have helped since 2002 when our predecessor firm was founded by Steven L. Simas in Sacramento. They include nearly every kind of licensed health care professional and other licensees, and Read more…
Most physical therapists will hopefully never need the information in this article. But even a successful, kind, caring, and skilled practitioner sometimes cannot avoid the dreaded Physical Therapy Board complaint or investigation. In talking to hundreds of health care providers, including physical therapists, over the years, the most surprising issue Read more…
We’ve all heard about bitcoin for a few years now. Some people have been really interested, buying and selling bitcoin. Others of us, have never explored it and have just heard about it in the news. But it may be becoming more prevalent. Back in November, PwC accepted its very Read more…
As we celebrate our 16th anniversary, Steve Simas is reflecting back on when Simas & Associates was formed. Steve Simas, the leader of the firm, has consistently instilled a core value in all of the work that we do. What is that core value? That we remain guided by the Read more…