All employers know their responsibilities and obligations when it comes to their workers’ personal protective equipment (PPE). Fulfilling these obligations is necessary to keep workers safe and employers in line with state and federal regulations. However, in the middle of this global pandemic, the nuances of these obligations have recently led some employers to face serious disagreements with their workers…[...]

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When employees spend roughly 40 hours a week together, it is common to establish important connections, friendships and in some cases, romantic relationships. Most employers might not think this is significant. However, romantic relationships in the workplace could quickly turn sour and have considerable effects on the business that could lead to serious disputes. RELATIONSHIPS AT WORK CAN CAUSE MAJOR ISSUES…[...]

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The road can be a dangerous place for anyone – but especially for trucking companies. A majority of their business takes place on the road, therefore auto accidents involving commercial trucks often pose the greatest risk to companies. This is due to the fact that truck accidents often lead companies to face claims of negligence and litigation. According to a…[...]

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As the business world ventures further into the digital world, doing business theoretically becomes easier and more convenient for businesses and consumers. However, as business increases online, so do the regulations. Every California business owner is probably now familiar with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The law requires business owners to inform consumers how they will use their personal information…[...]

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In a way, contracts are the law in the business world. They establish the terms of a business relationship, as well as what each party’s specific responsibilities are in that relationship, and even a small breach of the contract can have devastating consequences. When business owners discover a breach of contract, it can be tempting to take immediate action to…[...]

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Joint ventures can be a profitable relationship for both businesses involved. For example, one of the most famous joint ventures in recent years has been Google and NASA to create Google Earth. The companies, as well as the venture, remain separate entities, but work together to create products or even share information for the common good of the overall industry.…[...]

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It is axiomatic that customers must pay for the product or services provided by a business. This might seem simple, but California contractors and business owners know that non-paying customers are a common risk to the business that could result in complex legal matters. THREE FACTORS TO CONSIDER PROACTIVELY There are measures business owners can take to prevent late or missed payments.…[...]

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Employers face a significant amount of stress when an employee files a complaint. After all, if an employee claims they suffered harassment or discrimination, the company could face serious financial and legal consequences. In such a case, employers must take immediate action to investigate the claims, and should consider the following tips. OBJECTIVITY IS ESSENTIAL This is one of the…[...]

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Businesses enter a contract with good faith, expecting the other party – often a business partner – to fulfill the responsibilities laid out. That is why negotiating a contract requires a strategic approach in such a way that business owners can ensure that the elements of the contract are fulfilled. Notwithstanding the agreement, the other party sometimes fails to meet…[...]

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A business’s trademark is its identifier. It is the symbol that represents the business to any consumer that sees or hears it. All trademarks must meet specific standards to be federally registrable, which often means they must be unique, but also distinctive from any other registered trademarks. A recent ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States does not deny…[...]

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