Employee complaints are a normal part of any workplace. How you respond can make a big difference to your business and your employees. In California, employers have a duty to address complaints about harassment, discrimination and other workplace issues. Ignoring...
When people invest in a company, they trust its leaders to act in the company's best interest. But sometimes shareholders believe those leaders acted unfairly or caused harm. In California, these disputes can lead to two kinds of lawsuits. What is a shareholder...
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) took steps last year to ban non-compete agreements. They essentially stated that they believed these agreements were holding workers back in terms of mobility and wages. The FTC said that the vast majority of non-compete agreements...
The use of morality clauses in contracts has expanded far beyond the days when they were largely used to keep stars from costing studios millions of dollars by engaging in scandalous and/or illegal behavior that kept fans away from their movies. Businesses now...
Hiring freelancers offers flexibility and skill without the overhead of full-time employees. But to avoid legal headaches later, you need to follow California's rules when bringing in independent contractors. Verify freelancer classification First, make sure the...
When you sign a contract, you expect the other party to stick to their word. But things don’t always go as planned. In business law, a breach occurs when one party fails to fulfill their part of the agreement. Common causes of contract breaches Most breaches...
When a party fails to meet the obligations of a contract, it’s called a breach of contract. This can happen in any business setting, and it can have serious consequences. A breach of contract can disrupt operations, damage relationships, and create financial losses....
Small businesses are facing new challenges because of changes to industrial relations laws. These updates affect things like wage negotiations and employee rights, which can bring big changes for small employers. Understanding these new laws can help small businesses...
California law illustrates several strategies small businesses can use to protect themselves and their customers from cybersecurity breaches. With digital threats constantly on the rise, it's important for business owners to be aware of their legal protections and the...
What is a fiduciary duty? Fiduciary duty refers to a legal obligation where one party must act in the best interests of another. In the workplace, this involves employees who hold positions of trust. Breaches of fiduciary duty can occur in various ways, such as:...
