Business mergers can be incredibly complex. It takes time and great care to negotiate a deal, navigate the legal process and merge businesses properly while reducing risks for both companies. The stress of a merger between two large companies might only increase if the businesses face a lawsuit, as in the case of the merger […]

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Employers can avoid significant risks if they take the time to understand the duties they have under the law. And it is easy to determine what these duties are when employers understand their employees’ legal rights. A recent case highlights one of the duties that employers should not overlook: their duty to provide reasonable accommodations […]

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Business owners know that once they enter the business world, it is likely that they will face a serious legal issue at some point in their careers. However, sometimes a high-risk lawsuit can crop up without warning, whether it is from another business, a business partner or even an employee. Here is a brief overview […]

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Employees obviously play a critical role in a company. Most California employers know that, but it often bears repeating. After all, without employees, a company might not succeed – or even survive. Therefore, employers should take care to develop a healthy relationship with their employees. WHY SHOULD EMPLOYERS FOCUS ON A HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP WITH EMPLOYEES? […]

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There is no doubt that almost all businesses face significant risks when it comes to social media, even more so when they are already mired in complex litigation. Handling negative social media is the last thing that business owners want to do while they navigate complicated litigation and keep their business running. However, it is […]

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California business owners know that their company could suffer significant losses if they are faced with a lawsuit – whether it is one brought against them or one they file themselves. It is possible to proactively plan for the risks involved in a lawsuit; unfortunately, it is difficult to plan for how consumers will react […]

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Reaching a settlement in an employment dispute can be a relief. However, negotiating the terms of a settlement agreement can also be complex because it must cover the claims, possible compensation and any contingencies. A common contingency that California employers include is a “no-rehire” clause, but an Assembly bill signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom will […]

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