Last year, the governor of California signed SB 1103 into law. The law expanded the regulatory compliance requirements for commercial property developers. California commercial real estate developers have long fought an uphill battle to survive the regulatory...
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...
Employers have a duty to provide reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. However, this obligation is not without limits. If an accommodation would cause significant difficulty or expense, an employer may claim it creates an undue hardship....
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...
A business partnership allows multiple parties the right to dictate how a business is run. The terms of a partnership can be outlined in an agreement. An agreement typically intends to reduce disputes and conflicts by setting clear goals and expectations. Before a...
Manufactured home communities can be a lucrative investment. Those who develop vacant land and those who acquire existing communities can generate regular revenue. Every rented lot or manufactured home is a source of monthly income. Unfortunately, some tenants...
