There is no way to overstate the importance of a company’s trademark, which is why it is so important that California business owners closely monitor the use of their trademark. By being on top of a possible infringement, they can protect their brand and business proactively against threats to their trademark. When a company’s trademark becomes famous and well-known, such…[...]

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The concept of monitoring employees is nothing new in the workplace. It is a common practice to ensure employees meet production goals efficiently. Even though it is common, California employers must make sure they comply with the law to avoid complex legal issues and disputes with their employees. MONITORING IS OFTEN ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE SECURITY The primary goal of monitoring…[...]

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There is no denying how important diversity is in the business world, and current events have only placed even more emphasis on this matter. Many sources, from Forbes to the Harvard Business Review, stress the need for diversity and provide business owners with tips and resources to improve inclusion in their businesses. However, California lawmakers have taken it a step…[...]

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While business owners strive for success, they must also make sure they adhere to state and federal regulations on competition. No matter the size or kind of business, it is important to avoid any action that could be construed as violating antitrust laws to avoid serious long-term legal issues or penalties as illustrated by a recent landmark case against Facebook.…[...]

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California lawmakers passed the Right to Repair Act back in 2003, but it remains one of the most important laws for builders to understand if they face a construction defect claim. A 2018 case, McMillin Albany LLC et al. v. the Superior Court of Kern County, solidified this act’s relevancy. The case determined that this law was the only avenue…[...]

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Handling employee complaints or claims on top of managing a business can be complex. However, employers often have the opportunity to mitigate the risk of employment disputes – and litigation – as long as they respond to employee complaints efficiently. Failure to do so can be devastating to the business, and the prevailing trend appears to be that businesses are…[...]

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When employers face employment claims, they should know that they also face significant legal risks. Dealing with the claim itself can be time-consuming and expensive, but companies can also face a barrage of bad press coverage if these claims become public as well. However, these are not the only risks that could put the business in jeopardy. As a recent…[...]

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By now, employers and business owners are very familiar with California’s Assembly Bill 5 and the new – and highly controversial – rules for classifying whether workers are employees or independent contractors. Regardless of what an employer’s feelings are about these new guidelines, they are a reality for California employers. Challenges and disputes over this new law continue to arise.…[...]

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We have discussed the potential risks that remote working poses to a company’s trade secrets on this blog before. Business owners are likely aware of these concerns, since many of their workers are using their home internet, and maintaining digital security can be complex outside the company’s physical boundaries. However, it bears repeating that business owners must take precautions since…[...]

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How do business owners determine if a competitor has infringed on their trademark? It might seem straightforward if a start-up uses a name too similar to your company’s, or other companies sell products with designs that match your logo too closely. The evidence of infringement might be clear, but there is one more factor that influences infringement – confusion. CONFUSION:…[...]

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