While small business owners may not have the same financial reach or resources as larger companies, they remain susceptible to the same legal woes as larger companies, such as wrongful termination lawsuits. Small business employers and employees need to know the basics of wrongful termination suits, mainly because such suits are common for small businesses. ...
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Attorneys at Griswold LaSalle are often asked by business owners: How long should I keep my employee records? The answer is now: At least four (4) years as a result of California law, AB 9, which went into effect January 1, 2020. AB 9 implies such additional record keeping requirements for employers with respect to...
After spending roughly 64 years at 311 N. Douty Street, our firm moved into the beloved Hanford Furniture building in 2009. While keeping a lot of the original details, we underwent some remodeling that has resulted in the beautiful office we have today. Check out our before and after photos below!...
Wills A will is a document where its creator, called the “testator,” will designate who receives his or her property upon his death. A will has the benefit of being relatively simple and inexpensive to create. A formal will needs to be witnessed by at least two witnesses in order to be valid in California....
On April 30, 2018, the Supreme Court of California issued an opinion dictating what legal standard will be applied when determining the relationship between a worker and an employer. The court adopted a test called the “ABC” test, which determines whether a worker is an employee or an independent contractor. When a worker is an...
Are you looking to start a nonprofit to help your community? Is that the same as being tax-exempt? There is a common misconception that they are the same – in fact they are two related but different things. Usually when someone wants to start a “charity” what they really want to do is be a...
The California Constitution requires every local agency to comply with the California Public Records Act (“CPRA”). The CPRA states that the right of access to information is a fundamental and necessary right of every person in the state. The CPRA is a vital component of California’s commitment to operating an open government and democracy. The...
What is a “bitcoin?” This question seems to be coming up a lot these days. A bitcoin is likely the most recognized and popular form of cryptocurrency. Cryptocurrency is a type of digital or virtual currency (like the dollar or euro). However, unlike those traditional forms of currency, cryptocurrency is not backed by precious metal...