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Arbitration Agreements are (temporarily) Solution to PAGA claims
On June 15, 2022, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in Viking River Cruises, Inc. v. Moriana.[1] That opinion provides that an arbitration agreement may be enforced to require an...
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Should I Set Up As An S-Corporation Or An LLC In California?
If you are starting a new business or interested in changing your existing business structure, a common question by business owners is which business entity should I choose? An S-Corporation...
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New Bill Regarding GAP Refunds To Consumers Signed
On January 1, 2023, new rules will go into effect concerning guaranteed asset protection waivers (“GAP”) in California. On September 13, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB-2311 into law which...
View ArticleTime to Revisit the Rules of Renting
The real estate market in Southern California has been on a relatively wild ride. As uncertainty – and interest rates – grow, there is more attention turned toward alternatives to selling or...
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The Inflation Reduction Act
As part of The Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law on August 16, 2022, the federal government approved a tax credit for certain qualifying purchasers of used clean vehicles, including most...
View ArticleFTC Holder Rule & Attorney Fees
Where a state statute provides for attorney’s fees, does the FTC Holder Rule limit the amount? On May 26, 2022, the Supreme Court of California, in Pulliam v. HNL Automotive Inc. et al., decided that...
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7 Tips For Effective Co-Parenting
INTRODUCTION: Child custody cases are much different than most other legal matters in that they are typically emotionally driven and can be traumatic for children. Parents have a choice to do what is...
View ArticleLegal Guardianship of a Minor in California
One of the most important jobs of the California Superior Court is to ensure the well-being of the children in our state. When parents are absent, incapacitated, or unwilling to fulfill their parental...
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Non-Economic Damages in Medical Malpractice Cases
Understanding California’s Updated Cap on Non-Economic Damages in Medical Malpractice Cases: A Move Towards Fair Compensation In a recent change aimed at aligning with the principles of justice and...
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Lemon Laws in California
Lemon Laws in California: What Car Dealerships Need to Know Owning or operating a car dealership in California presents a unique set of challenges and responsibilities. Among these, navigating the...
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CA Passes Bill Aimed At Reducing Catalytic Converter Theft.
California recently passed Senate Bill 55, which was aimed at reducing catalytic converter theft. Senate Bill 55 added Cal. Veh. Code § 24020, which prohibits dealers and retail sellers from selling...
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The Immediate Effectiveness of the California Privacy Rights Act
In a pivotal ruling that warrants California business to pay immediate heed, the Court of Appeal has overturned a previous ruling that delayed the implementation of the California Privacy Rights Act...
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