Social media helps businesses connect with customers. However, it can also expose companies to harmful comments. Can critical online statements become defamation under California law? The short answer is yes, social media posts can sometimes cross the line into...
You often hear people talk about how the minimum wage has not increased in over a decade. They will often point to the massive increases in living costs, such as the inflation of the housing market. Meanwhile, wages have remained largely stagnant. When someone says...
Artificial intelligence changes California business lawsuits at a fast pace because these tools alter how firms handle trade fights this year. Executives must adapt to this tech shift now if they want to protect their firm in a changing market. Work Speed and Data...
Building a strong brand takes time and effort. But what if a competitor starts mimicking your business? When someone copies your branding, it can confuse customers and damage your reputation. How do you spot copycats, and what legal steps can you take to protect your...
With direct deposit, many of us rarely look at our paystub. We assume we’ve been paid minus any taxes and deductions for the hours we’ve worked. But what if that’s not true? What if your employer has misclassified you as an independent contractor? In that case, you...
Business litigation may begin with a contract breach or an actionable tort, such as interference with company operations or unfair competition. While many business lawsuits settle outside of court, some of them do proceed to litigation. What both parties uncover...
Proper safety measures at work do more than prevent accidents. They protect employees’ health and ability to work. Whether in an office, warehouse or on a construction site, it is important to be aware of common safety concerns. Below are some key points to...
People sometimes call contracts the lifeblood of businesses. Contracts help ensure that businesses have the resources and staffing necessary to operate effectively. Appropriate contracts can therefore have a major impact on a business's long-term success. Many people...
Employees in California have very specific protections, some of which have to do with breaks and meal periods. It’s critical that they understand their rights so they can ensure their employer is complying with them. California is an employee-friendly state because...
Nobody wants to spend their entire life working, and the 40-hour work week has been the norm for quite a while. What happens, though, when a job runs over and everything can't be done within those 40 hours? Employees who have to "work over" their usual 40 hours are...