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Initiating Unlawful Detainer Actions: Perfection Not Required
Unlawful Detainer Attorney by Nicholas Kanter 818-907-3289 In November 2016 the California Supreme Court ordered that a decision from the appellate division of the San Diego Superior Court in U.S. Financial, L.P. v. Michael McLitus (“McLitus”)
The Customer Is (Not) Always Right: An Employer’s Duty to Protect
Everyone is entitled to their opinion, and in this political climate, it seems as though more people are comfortable voicing those opinions, even if they may offend someone. Although free speech is a primary pillar
Hiring and Firing in Los Angeles: Fair Chance Initiative Update
Employment Defense by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 We told you about Los Angeles’ Ban the Box ordinance in early December. Also known as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), the new regulation seeks
Prop 65 Update: The Rules They Are a Changin’
Environmental Litigation Stephen T. Holzer 818.907.3299 Proposition 65, known as the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, among other things requires businesses employing ten or more people to warn consumers if the
Employer Responsibilities re Mental Health Conditions
by Sue M. Bendavid & Tal Burnovski Yeyni The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently issued a “User-Friendly Document” explaining the rights of job applicants and employees with mental health conditions. In doing so, the EEOC has confirmed that individuals with such conditions are protected from
California Employer Compliance 2017
by: Lewitt Hackman’s Employment Practice Group 818-990-2120 There have been significant changes to state and federal laws in 2016 affecting employers of all sizes and in many industries. We’d like to help our clients stay
Criminal Background Checks: Banning the Box in Los Angeles
Employer Compliance Attorney Employer Update 02.09.17 The City updated its website with further information and resources for both Private Employers and City Contractors, including official notices for applicants and employees, sample letters and rules for
Estate Planning NOW: Preparing for a New Government
Gift Tax, Trusts & Estate Planning Attorney by Kira S. Masteller 818.907.3244 It’s impossible to predict what any future president will do, or what Congress will approve. But in light of comments president-elect Donald J.
Employers: Texas District Court Grants Nationwide Injunction Against DOL’s Final Rule
Employment Defense by Tal Burnovski Yeyni 818-907-3224 In May we reported the Federal Department of Labor issued its Final Rule regarding the minimum salary level required for the exemption of executive, administrative and professional (EAP)
Half Baked: The Brave New World of Branding Weed
Intellectual Property Attorney by Tal Grinblat (818) 907-3284 In last week’s election, California voters passed Prop 64, which means recreational marijuana can be sold and used by persons over 21 within the state. But don’t