Finding suitable premises to lease in the right location at the right price is one of the many challenges you will face as a business owner. And, as with any business transaction you need to be sure what you are getting into before you sign the contract. One of the...
Diversity in the workplace is something that a lot of companies praise in theory – but fail to practice in reality. One common form of workplace discrimination that often goes unnoticed or unaddressed is grooming discrimination. Grooming discrimination refers to the...
Discrimination in the workplace can take many forms. Some people experience mistreatment because they are the only man or woman in a department dominated by one sex. Other people face discrimination and mistreatment based on their religion or a distinct medical...
When executives (and others) behave badly, you can just about bet that somebody is going to be around to catch the whole thing on film – and it only takes one viral video for their company’s reputation to get dragged through the mud as a result. That’s why morality...
Most workers in the United States are at-will employees, whether they know it or not. There are two basic categorizations for workers, the first of which is at-will. The second is contractual workers, and it often applies to executives, like CEOs or CFOs. They may...
If you are a homeowner and you’re facing a risk of foreclosure, you’re likely very stressed out. As a result, you may be – understandably – tempted to react to your situation emotionally. However, it’s important to stay as calm as you can and to think through your...
By: Kerri N. Kramer and Francesca Gonzales A recent appellate decision regarding the enforcement of arbitration agreements has been published by the California Fifth District Court of Appeal. Ramirez v. Golden Queen Mining Co., LLC addressed the standard necessary for...
As an employer, you frequently get called for references for former employees – sometimes, surprisingly so. When you and a former employee parted ways in less-than-amicable circumstances, you may wonder exactly what kind of value any reference from you may have. You...
Business owners tend to have a clear vision for the company. They know the type of work environment they want to create and how they intend to expand the business. The challenge is getting employees on the same page. Training, meetings and supervision can help with...
Residential real estate transactions in California often lead to six or seven-figure debts for those acquiring new homes. Typically, sellers have to disclose any known issues with a property to a buyer before the transaction occurs. Buyers often also pay to have...
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