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 California employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (which applies to the vast majority of California employers) have long been preparing…
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…
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 S. Timothy Buynak, Partner Planning Yields Prosperity! This phrase is especially true when you are launching a venture, a start-up, with your new concept or service. This Advisory considers…
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 Trevor D. Large, Partner September 2013 California employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act (which applies to the vast majority of California employers) have long been preparing…
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…
