Preventing Employee Lawsuits in California
Businesses have many moving parts. These must all work successfully together to maintain steady growth and profitability. Employees arguably have the most significant impact on [...]
California Drug Testing Laws Employers Need to Know About
In California, employers generally cannot conduct random drug testing and must provide notice before any drug test. Drug testing is permitted under specific conditions, such [...]
California Employer Bereavement Leave Requirements
Effective January 1, 2023, California employers must grant employees five days of bereavement leave due to the death of a family member, as defined by [...]
How Long Do I Have to Keep Client Files in California?
In California, attorneys should generally keep client files for 5-10 years, depending on the case type. For civil cases, important documents or property must be [...]
Can a Lawyer Represent More Than One Party in a Business Transaction in California?
In most cases, both parties in a business transaction cannot hire the same attorney in California as it creates an ethical conflict of interest, making [...]
What Is the General Rule About Business Transactions Between Lawyers and Clients in California?
Sometimes, a company retains an attorney for business purposes. The attorney becomes a trusted advisor for the company and therefore forms a relationship with the [...]