Transparency is the New Standard: Navigating California’s 2026 Pay Equity Laws The era of “Salary: Competitive” is officially over. California has been moving toward pay transparency for years, but SB 642 tightens the rules significantly starting January 1, 2026. For business owner, this isn’t just a formatting change for you job ads–– it’s a legal...
Redefining Family: New Paid Leave Rules for “Designated Persons” in 2026 Workplaces are changing because families are changing. California law is catching up to this reality with SB 590, which expands the scope of Paid Family Leave effective January 1, 2026. For employers, this means your team members will have more flexibility to care for...
Is Your Business Ready for January 1, 2026 New year, new laws. As you focus on serving your client and building your community, let us help you protect your business. Use this checklist to audit your current practices against California’s newest employment regulations. 1.Wage & Hour Compliance Deadline January 1, 2026 Update Base Pay Rates:...
Understand the key differences between dissolution of marriage (divorce) and legal separation in California. Learn about residency requirements, waiting periods, and how each impacts your marital status and benefits. Dissolution (Divorce) vs. Legal Separation In California there are two legal ways in which to separate a marital relationship: dissolution of marriage (commonly referred to as...
Streamlined Divorce in California Considering a California divorce, but hoping for a less complex and costly process? You might qualify for a Summary Dissolution. This simplified procedure is designed for couples who meet specific criteria, allowing for a quicker and more amicable separation. It’s an excellent option for an uncontested divorce California. At Griswold LaSalle,...
What is a 1031 Exchange? A 1031 exchange allows taxpayers to swap one business or investment property for another similar property of equal or greater value. This powerful tax strategy can be used to defer capital gains tax when selling a business or investment property. The deferral of capital gains taxes allows taxpayers to leverage...
Understanding the Moore/Marsden Analysis in California Divorce Cases Divorce proceedings can involve complex property disputes, especially when the divided assets include property acquired before marriage. The recent appellate court decision In re Marriage of Freeman (2025), provided much needed clarification regarding the timing for calculating the value of the community’s interest in a shared property,...
Below we answer commonly asked questions about probate and estate administration. If you have additional questions, please contact Griswold LaSalle Cobb Dowd & Gin LLP at (559) 584-6656. What Happens If My Loved One Dies Without A Will? The settling of an estate of someone who died without a will is known as intestate succession. Assets in such cases will go...