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…
Generally, the State of California is averse to issuing professional licenses. More than almost any other state in the union, the State of California makes its license applicants jump through the most hoops to obtain something that many of them have worked to achieve their entire life–the right to practice Read more…
As a CPA, we know you have a lot on your plate, juggling various clients’ needs. We want our CPA clients to be successful and have done a little research on some best practices to make sure your firm has a reputation of responsiveness. Interested? Keep reading for some of Read more…