A contract is an agreement where at least two individuals or entities who have a mutual obligation against each other pledge to undertake their expected responsibility. Once it is signed by the parties, the anticipation is that it will be fulfilled as stipulated....
Month: October 2019
Defending against wrongful termination lawsuits
Getting fired by an employer can be a devastating experience. But much like an employee has the right to quit a job at any time for any reason, an employer also has the right to terminate an employee’s employment for any legal reason (with a couple of exceptions),...
Businesses entangled in tax disputes should know their options
Established California businesses know that taxes, both paying them and taking the steps to calculate them correctly, are just part of the cost of running an operation. Those in sales, for instance, will have to be sure to remit the correct amount of California sales...
Dealerships have to comply with state, federal regulations
One of the most difficult aspects of owning a large dealership, or network of dealerships, in Orange County or elsewhere is having to follow all the laws and regulations that cover motor vehicle sales. Auto dealers have to follow a number of federal and California...
Litigation closes in on Michael Avenatti
Lawyers rarely make nationwide headlines – unless they appear to have committed a criminal act or otherwise breached their ethical obligations to famous clients. One lawyer who is facing unwanted notoriety for such acts is Michael Avenatti, the Los Angeles lawyer who...
Understanding hostile work environments from the employer’s view
One of the greatest assets that a company can acquire is a solid team of employees. It can take time for an entity to retain the best people for each job that is required, and more time for those employees to grow together into a highly functioning group. California...
Gender discrimination claim against Pinterest reaches settlement
Pinterest is a popular app and website where people in Orange County and across the nation can share ideas for crafts, recipes, hair and fashion trends, or simply fun memes. However, the company has faced legal action and recently settled a gender discrimination and...
Wage rules for remote workers
California’s laws governing wages and other employment issues are not confined within a traditional office or work structure. Employers must deal with the recent rise in remote or telework and assure they are complying with wage and hour laws. The obstacles to...
5 steps to take when there’s been a breach of contract
Contracts are the fuel that keeps businesses running smoothly. When one party fails to live up to its contractual obligations, it can be frustrating. Your first instinct may be to file a lawsuit as soon as possible. While litigation is always on the table, you should...
Business owners: Know what is going on in your company
For many California business owners, this might seem like a simple enough matter. After all, the CEO is the one making the big decisions and running the business operations. Therefore, they are aware of what goes on in their company, even if they do have a lot on...