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Name Change in California: Easy As 1-2-3
A name is often crucial to who you are. It forms part of your identity. It helps family, friends, and even strangers recognize you. Despite its importance, changing your name in California is often a
Service Franchisors: New Rules in California for Automatic Renewals July 1st
From streaming services and gym memberships to software vendor agreements and e-commerce franchises, automatic contract renewals are common occurrences. Currently, California law protects consumers regarding automatic renewal and continuous service offerings. New rules enhance those
Franchise 101: Farsighted Vision for System Changes; and Handle Profit Projections With Care
Franchisor 101: Mowing and Blowing Past Mediation An Ohio federal court granted a franchisor’s motion to dismiss a putative class of franchisees alleging antitrust violations and related claims, including interference to deflate franchisees’ reimbursement rates.
Spousal Support 101: A Guide to Payments in a California Divorce
Weddings can be an expensive way to start a marriage; and divorce can be a costly way to end one. A marriage’s financial obligations do not necessarily end when the relationship ends. One of the
From Cutting the Umbilical Cord to Cutting the Child Support Check
Raising a child comes with financial responsibilities, which become tougher when parents’ divorce or separate, and child support payments become necessary. Child support is the amount of money the court orders a parent to pay
Franchise 101: Mowing and Blowing Past Mediation; and When the Competition Leaks
Franchisor 101: Mowing and Blowing Past Mediation A California federal court denied a franchisor’s motion to dismiss a franchisee’s complaint claiming the franchisee failed to first mediate the dispute before filing an action as required
New California Regulations Target AI Use in Hiring Employees
For many, using artificial intelligence is a common part of our everyday lives, particularly in internet searches. But it’s also used in doctors’ offices, schools, and many more workplaces. Lately, we’re seeing many employers using
Second Marriage Prenup: Protecting Your Assets and Loved Ones
While second marriages represent a fresh start and an exciting journey, consider the potential financial and legal outcomes before you re-tie the knot. A prenuptial agreement (prenup), a contract that outlines both spouses’ property rights
Franchise 101: Too Much Control can be Painful; and Salon Franchisee Snipped, Confirmed, and Enjoined
Franchisor 101: Too Much Control can be Painful An employee of a Domino’s Pizza franchisee, returning from a pizza delivery, collided with a motorcyclist who suffered serious injuries. After a Pennsylvania jury found Domino’s (as
Who Gets What in a California Divorce?
Dividing assets in a divorce is one of the most complex aspects of an already emotionally, physically, and financially challenging process. Without a prenuptial agreement or a postnuptial agreement, determining who gets what can be