Archive for July, 2020
While managing employees, you have likely distinguished between two diametrically-opposing mindsets. Some show up consistently and do what you ask them to do, without question. And others seek, and potentially require, further understanding about your business operations. A worker’s position, tenure and advancement prospects may convince you to allow increased transparency. However, protecting your interests […]
In previous blog posts, we have discussed the importance for businesses to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If they do not make their businesses accessible, they face the risk of lawsuits from both consumers and employees. However, a landmark case here in California may have just increased the risk that all businesses […]
Every business owner hopes that they can instill a positive culture in their workplace – where employees feel valued and appreciated, and in turn are happy and productive. However, certain aspects of the business world naturally bring about the opposite of those feelings. From not getting a job to facing termination, or even dealing with […]
The term “union” alone can create a significant amount of stress for employers and large business owners alike. Even though unions now exist in most companies and fields of employment – and have for a long time – it can be an overwhelming matter to deal with for many employers. So, what should employers know […]
Large companies often feel like they are untouchable. However, often just the opposite is true. The larger a business becomes, the more risks they must manage – and the more scrutiny they might face. These increased risks are clear in the lawsuit recently filed against Amazon and its partnership with the home security company, Ring. […]
When it comes to employment issues, most employers should try to resolve a dispute before it escalates and a lawsuit is the only alternative. As an additional alternative to trial, many employers have required their employees to enter into arbitration agreements as a condition of their employment which, in California, were previously legal. This has […]
When a former employee misappropriates your company’s secrets in violation of their non-compete agreement with your company, it may feel like a punch in the gut and you may not know how to respond. WHAT DO NON-COMPETE AGREEMENTS PROTECT? Non-compete agreements protect a variety of business interests. They prevent employees from working for a competitor, […]
When property owners claim that the foundation is unstable, or water is intruding into their building, they often blame the company who built it. These property owners, whether they are homeowners or small business owners, often do not understand the complex details of construction. Therefore, they must rely heavily on expert witnesses to prove their […]


