If a PPO dies and the business is a sole proprietorship, how many days can the family continue to operate?

In California, when a sole proprietor passes away, the family is allowed to continue operating the business for a limited period to facilitate a transition. The correct period is 120 days. This allowance provides the family with time to manage the business affairs while they determine how to proceed, whether that’s selling the business, closing it down, or establishing a new ownership structure.

The rationale behind the 120-day allowance is to ensure that the business can continue to serve its customers and manage any outstanding obligations, providing some financial stability during a time that can be quite chaotic for the family. Beyond this period, the business would typically need to be formally transferred or restructured under the estate's management, as the deceased proprietor’s personal liability will no longer apply once the transition period ends.

Other durations mentioned, such as 60, 90, or 180 days, do not align with the legal framework in California regarding sole proprietorships and the operation of a business following the owner's death, thus making them incorrect options in this context.