Tag Archives: Business Law
Protection Against Whistleblower Retaliation Claims
When an employer breaks California and/or federal laws, or it violates established public policies, workers have a legal right to report the unlawful actions – without the fear of retaliation. This is the primary objective of whistleblower legislation – to safeguard workers who take action to protect the public or warn law enforcement agencies… Read More »
Preventing Unlawful Retaliation Claims in the Workplace
In the State of California, workplace retaliation occurs when an employer’s unlawful actions, or knowing permitting unlawful actions, by punishing a worker who has filed a complaint, aided in an official police investigation, or reported an illegal activity. California has a strong public policy over the protection of workers against workplace retaliation. Unfortunately, this… Read More »
How to Handle a Partnership Dispute
The start of a business can be one of the most exhilarating experiences for any entrepreneur. While a vast majority of entrepreneurs will look outside their business for potential threats to their business, the unfortunate reality is that the greatest threat to a business comes from within. For business owners throughout California, partnership disputes… Read More »
How to Handle a Business Dispute
Business partnerships have been historically compared to marital unions since business partners have the similar fiduciary duties toward each other. Like marriages, conflicts in the partnership relationship will usually involve matters of control, trust, and finances. If you are in a business partnership and are currently involved in internal conflict, it is important that… Read More »
Looking to Start a Business in California? Here’s What You Should Know
Starting a business in California can mean embarking on the opportunity of a lifetime. The experience will likely bring you many moments of satisfaction and joy, but in order to launch a successful business, it is critical to begin the process correctly. The following is a brief overview on the most important steps you… Read More »
File a Wage and Hour Complaint in the State of California
In California, an employee can enforce his or her wage and hour rights by filing a complaint through the California Superior Court, Federal District Court, or directly with the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement depending on various circumstances including the type of claims being asserted and whether there is an employment arbitration agreement. The… Read More »
Business Formation in California: How an Attorney Can Protect Your Rights
The initial steps of starting a business are some of the most important. Based on the primary steps you take, you can help to ensure that you have a secure and stable foundation to have a successful business venture. When structuring a business, it is imperative to structure it in a way that will… Read More »
Solutions for a Breach of Contract in the State of California
If you have reason to believe that the contract you have entered into has been violated, a business litigation lawyer can inform you on possible resolutions, including filing a claim against the breaching party. A skilled litigator can guide you through available legal options. Depending on the specifics of your case, a lawsuit may… Read More »
Identifying Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
A person who has experienced sexual harassment in the workplace will know that the feeling can be extremely uncomfortable and can present a multitude of internal and external complications. Depression, feeling anxious to return to work, and humiliation are some of the repercussions of undergoing an event that involved sexual harassment in the workplace…. Read More »
Worker Misclassification: How the Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court Case Can Affect You As An Employer
As an employer, it is important to understand that there are strict laws that serve to protect your rights and the rights of your employees. While there are certain laws that will serve to protect employers and employees, these laws can be complex and require that you, as the employer, follow certain guidelines. Further,… Read More »