Tabloid website accused of employment law violations
When there are allegations of employment law violations in California and across the nation, there is a knee-jerk reaction to automatically think that the employer is in the wrong. Behaviors like sexual harassment, discrimination, a toxic work environment and other...
In a dispute with your business partner, what are your options?
When you and your partner agree on the direction for your business, the opportunities for success may seem endless. If you and your partner disagree on major decisions about your company, however, that challenge may seem insurmountable. What can you do to resolve...
Can you protect your company from the impact of wage and hour lawsuits?
Any employment dispute can put your business at risk. Not only can a lawsuit significantly damage your reputation among customers and prospective employees, but the cost of these disputes can also significantly impact your bottom line. Because of this, it is important...
What types of relief in a breach of contract claim?
Businesses in California produce many different types of products and provide many different services. In order to do these things and run their business though, they rely on customers and other businesses. When businesses interact with others they are usually...
How should you choose a health care proxy for your estate plan?
You feel good about your estate plan. You accounted for all your heirs, benefactors and assets, but have you chosen a health care proxy? If you become incapacitated and unable to express your medical decisions, your health care proxy voices your desires. Learn how to...
What should a property owner disclose to a buyer?
When you move into your new home in an Irvine neighborhood, you do not want any surprises to emerge, particularly if they will cost you a lot of money to fix up. Some homeowners have unexpected encounters with vermin or leaky walls. It is the duty of a seller to...
U.S. Supreme Court protects LGBTQ workers from discrimination
The U.S. Supreme Court recently handed a victory to gay, lesbian and transgender employees in California. The Court concluded that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act protects members of the LGBTQ community from workplace discrimination. Employers terminated gay and...
Should you update your employee handbook?
Your employee handbook is an important document in your workplace, helping you meet The United States Department of Labor requirements about informing employees of your policies and their rights. It can also provide guidelines that protect your business from...
Shareholder disputes can create challenges for your business
As a shareholder in your business, you likely know that disputes can rock its foundation. If you find yourself in dispute with another shareholder, fulfilling your duties could become difficult. At worst, it could jeopardize your enterprise. Yet, by understanding how...
How you can create mutually beneficial business contracts
Developing relationships with other business professionals in California allows you to uncover rewarding opportunities to grow your network. As your contacts increase, you may have the chance to optimize your success through a partnership or other agreement. Setting...
