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California Cities Increase Minimum Wage
On July 1, 2025, several California cities will increase their local minimum wage. For example, the City of Los Angeles is increasing minimum wage to $17.87 per hour. Los Angeles County is increasing its minimum
Franchise 101: Duty of Care; and Dog Days of Operations
Franchisor 101: Duty of Care The Texas Supreme Court reversed a lower court’s decision against a franchisor based on a theory of negligence after a customer was assaulted by an employee of the franchisee. The
Preparing for ICE at Work: What California Employers Need to Know
Amid large-scale deportation protests across the country, President Donald J. Trump recently reinforced his commitment to “delivering the single largest Mass Deportation Program in History.” As the administration continues to expand deportation efforts in Los
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