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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In the first few months of 2020, the world’s primary concern has been COVID-19 – more commonly known as the coronavirus. The widespread virus has devastated several individuals and the U.S. stock market and economy. California declared a state of emergency over the virus on March 4, and issued a stay at home order that […]

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Central to the success of every business is its strategy to stay ahead of the competition. Part of that includes finding, empowering and retaining top talent – keeping them away from other companies. It’s why so many businesses ask critical workers to sign non-compete agreements. If that individual leaves, they won’t empower the competition in […]

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2019 was filled with employee protests claiming they are not getting the pay they deserve. Uber drivers objected to their employment and pay status. Amazon employees across the country protested the caps on their work hours and pay. AB 5 in California is wreaking havoc by virtually eliminating the independent contractor. And the list goes […]

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Trade secrets are at the heart of most successful businesses, giving them a distinct advantage over competitors. This value is precisely why trade secrets are often the target of thieves or disgruntled employees. When it comes to protecting your company should something go wrong, it’s vital you proactively do one key thing: treat your trade […]

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