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Senate Green Lights Additional Funding in Coronavirus Relief Package
On April 21, 2020, the Senate passed a $484 Billion relief package (the Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act; the “Act”). The House is expected to pass the Act on Thursday. The President
COVID-19: What are the “Safer at Home” Orders?
California and the City of Los Angeles issued “safer at home” orders which have significantly impacted businesses and workers. The California order (Executive Order N-33-20) was issued March 19, 2020 and stays in effect until
Franchise & Distribution: COVID-19 Client Bulletin
by Lewitt Hackman’s Franchise & Distribution Practice Group COVID-19 has impacted the franchise industry heavily. Stores have been forced to close or open only for pickup or delivery. How to deal with bills, including rent
Tax-Free Payments Allowed to Employees Because of COVID-19 Pandemic
On March 13th, President Donald J. Trump issued an emergency declaration under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (the “Stafford Act”) in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. As a result
The California Consumer Privacy Act: Implications for Business Websites
Effective January 1, 2020, many businesses will be required by California law to amend their website’s privacy policy for California Consumers and to comply with the CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act). The CCPA, modeled after
Goodbye 1099; Hello Employer Uncertainty
Last year (April 2018) the California Supreme Court rocked the boat with the seminal Dynamex decision, which created very high barriers for companies who utilize independent contractors. On September 18, 2019, Governor Gavin Newsom signed
Why Today’s SCOTUS Decision May Impact Franchisor Royalties
by Taylor M. Vernon 818-907-3027 Today, in South Dakota vs. WayFair, Inc., et al., the United States Supreme Court (“Court”) overturned long-standing precedents that required an out-of-state Seller to have a physical presence in a
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act: Trust & Estate Planning Considerations
Gift Tax, Trusts & Estate Planning Attorney by Kira S. Masteller 818.907.3244 This week was supposed to be the week Republicans passed a tax bill. It’s unclear what exactly will happen in the immediate future, or
Lighting Up Legislation: Regulating Recreational Marijuana in California
Environmental Litigation Defense Attorney Stephen T. Holzer 818.907.3299 California voters legalizing the use of recreational marijuana under Proposition 64, also known as The Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA) last November is just the beginning.
Disabling Code: Franchisors Should Ensure Digital Properties Are Accessible
Chair, Franchise & Distribution Practice Group by Barry Kurtz 818-907-3006 Are we still in the dawn of the digital age, or have we moved on to mid-morning yet? Only time, and your company’s web site