Seeking resolution to a boundary line dispute
Homeowners have the right to use and enjoy their property as they wish. However, there are situations that could impact their use of their property, such as a dispute with the neighboring owner...
View ArticleMisrepresentation and fraud
Some California residents may have already been adversely affected by a situation occurring through an online apartment search company known as Roomster. The company is based in another state but...
View ArticleBuying commercial real estate as a medical professional
Perhaps you’ve been working as a physician, dentist or veterinarian in California for a while now and believe the time has come to branch out into your own practice. Your top priority right now is...
View ArticleWhat to know about wage and hour law in California
California employers must stay updated regarding state employment laws. For example, as of Jan. 1, 2023, the minimum wage throughout the state rose to $15.50 per hour. This marks the second-highest...
View ArticleWhat are mandatory seller disclosures in CA real estate deals?
California has gorgeous landscapes, a diverse geography and a warm climate – and all of that makes it an ideal place to live for a lot of people. However, all that natural beauty brings its own set of...
View ArticleWhat makes a mandatory arbitration agreement enforceable?
Mandatory arbitration agreements between employers and employees have seen some ups and downs over the last few years in California. In 2019, Governor Newsom signed AB 51, adding a new section to the...
View ArticleWhy the recent Activision settlement matters
When California workers file complaints related to wage and hour violations and/or discrimination, the state tends to treat such accusations seriously. As a result, business owners generally benefit...
View ArticleIs time clock rounding a legal practice in California?
Paying workers an agreed-upon wage is perhaps the most basic responsibility of modern employers. Workers have a right to receive fair wages in accordance with their employment agreements and applicable...
View ArticleWhat are patent, trademark and copyright infringement?
Individuals and businesses with intellectual property (IP) must ensure that these assets are protected so they’re the only ones who reap the benefits of the IP. One of the most effective ways to...
View ArticleAddressing a worker’s questionable sexual harassment report
Both federal and state statutes prohibit sexual harassment in the workplace. Employees should not have to tolerate quid pro quo harassment from a supervisor or a hostile work environment caused by...
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