Initiating a FINRA Arbitration...

Oct 23, 2017 by

Initiating a FINRA Arbitration for Investors (Part 2 in a Series)

As we noted in a prior post, almost all securities-related disputes end up in front of a FINRA Dispute Resolution, Inc. (“FINRA”)...

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Introduction to FINRA Arbitrat...

Oct 2, 2017 by

Introduction to FINRA Arbitration for Investors (Part 1 of a Series )

Arbitration is a form of dispute resolution frequently used as an alternative to a traditional lawsuit.  Instead of a judge or jury...

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On-call Rest Periods: Augustus...

Sep 30, 2017 by

On-call Rest Periods: Augustus v. ABM Security Services, Inc.

Late last year, in a controversial, split decision, the California Supreme Court ruled that employers cannot require employees to...

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Move Away Orders

Sep 28, 2017 by

Move Away Orders

One of the most challenging issues that arise involving child custody and visitation orders post separation has to do with “move away...

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New/Updated Workplace Laws for...

May 15, 2017 by

New/Updated Workplace Laws for 2017

Starting some time in 2016, or as of January 1, 2017, there are almost two dozen new laws that impact California employers.  Brief...

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Purchasing Commercial Real Est...

Apr 25, 2017 by

Purchasing Commercial Real Estate in California

In what form of ownership should one hold commercial investment property in California?  The options include owning property in one’s...

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