Mobile home living offers affordability and community, but rising lot rents can place stress on residents. Rent control laws often enter the discussion, but not every park or community falls under these rules. Knowing when rent control applies can help residents and...
Starting a business often means setting up more than just a product or service. One important step is securing an Employer Identification Number (EIN). This number is issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and functions like a Social Security number for a...
California landlords often feel as if the legal deck is stacked against them regarding evicting problem tenants and those who don’t pay their rent on time. The passage of AB 2347 into law more than doubles the time defendants have to respond to landlords’ demands that...
Mobile home lot owners face many operational challenges, and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is undeniably one of them. Receiving notice of an ADA lawsuit can be alarming, but understanding your rights and obligations can help you as you and...
It’s unrealistic to think that every employee can work every shift without fail throughout their term of employment. There are many reasons why employees may need to take time off work, one of which is that they’re sick. California has some of the most progressive...
Commercial leases outline the rights and responsibilities of both landlords and tenants. However, even with a written agreement, disputes can still happen. These disagreements can interrupt business operations and sometimes lead to legal action. Here are some of the...
Executors or personal representatives have to carry out an individual's final instructions and fulfill their outstanding personal obligations. Trustees may spend years managing and distributing the resources that funded a trust. Both personal representatives and...
If you’re starting a new business in California, one of the first questions to consider is whether you’ll need a license to operate it. If you don’t tackle this issue proactively, you may end up operating your company unlawfully and incurring legal and financial...
Shareholders are individuals or entities that own shares in a company. These shares give them certain rights, such as voting on company matters and receiving a share of the profits. While shareholders often work toward a common goal, disagreements can arise over how...
Businesses often take out loans or take on debt. A company may need startup cash just to get off the ground, for example. In another case, a company may have an order for a shipment of products, but they have to purchase the parts and materials to manufacture those...
