As the weather turns warmer, people generally begin thinking about yard work, which often includes pruning trees or cutting hedges. If you’re thinking about doing this type of yard work,…
By: Trevor D. Large, Partner September 2013 The Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) has issued a recent update regarding classification of mandatory gratuities that should have all hospitality businesses evaluating…
By S. Timothy Buynak, Partner Your intellectual property is a key asset of your business; significant efforts should be taken to ensure it is adequately protected. It is important…
By: Trevor D. Large, Partner April 2013 It may seem simple to hire a landscaper, housecleaner, companion for an elderly parent, or any other type of domestic worker. However, if…
By Douglas B. Large, Partner November 2013 Most employers have an employee handbook, which is designed to explain employment policies to its employees. However, few employers have taken the…
By Michael S. Fauver, Partner December 2013 A new California law governing the operation of limited liability companies (“LLCs”) takes effect January 1, 2014. It replaces California’s existing law and…
By: Stacie D. Nyborg, Attorney February 2014 Trusts have long been an important and effective method of wealth preservation, with significant advantages over other traditional mechanisms of estate planning, such…
Buynak, Fauver, Archbald & Spray is pleased to welcome Shannon DeNatale to the firm’s litigation practice. She was brought on to continue growing the firm’s already experienced business litigation team.…
By Marcus J. Kocmur, Partner March 2014 Most parties entering into a business transaction – a sales agreement, an office lease, a construction contract, etc. – understand that there…
By Michael S. Fauver, Partner December 2013 A new California law governing the operation of limited liability companies (“LLCs”) takes effect January 1, 2014. It replaces California’s existing law…