Shareholders have many legal rights, but they are not all of equal significance. First, it is important to note that in California, shareholders of closely held corporations have the same rights as those with interests in ordinary corporations. Minority shareholders have the right to inspect a corporation’s record of shareholders. Those who hold either (a) […]
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects people with disabilities against discrimination in three important settings: Employment (ADA Title I) Government Services and Public Transportation (ADA Title II) Commercial Facilities and Places of Public Accommodation (ADA Title III) Since business owners typically act as both employers and facility managers, they must pay careful attention to […]
As December approaches, the holiday season takes off in full effect. With holiday joy and festivities also often comes stress, particularly associated with custodial issues if you are a divorced or single parent. A clear and thorough holiday visitation agreement can help to greatly reduce your holiday stress by laying out clear plans for […]
Personal injury claims can manifest in multiple ways, and while procedurally many may be similar, no two cases are ever exactly alike. The basis of all personal injury claims is a person suffering some injury or harm. The laws related to personal injury claims are in place to allow for the party at fault to […]
Employment contracts are often used as a means to convey the terms and conditions of employment and the capacity in which an employee is being hired, along with the corresponding job responsibilities. These contracts also include important information such as the employment term, compensation and benefits, and terms and conditions for termination of an […]
In the spirit of giving, Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara made donations to the following charities in lieu of a paper card. American Red Cross, The ALS Association, Breast Cancer Angels, and Warriors and Quiet Waters Foundation. Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara’s contribution to the Red Cross Disaster Relief has powered the Red Cross response […]
The California Supreme Court recently ruled in Troester v. Starbucks Corporation that the de minimis doctrine found in the federal Fair Labor Standards Act is not incorporated into California law. The Supreme Court’s denial of the application of the de minimis doctrine in this case means businesses may be exposed to liability for employees’ uncompensated […]
Supervised child visitation can present unique challenges for both the parents and children involved in the process. Both the custodial and noncustodial parent have responsibilities that they must meet in order to ensure that they comply with the terms of court ordered visitation. Navigating the process of monitored child visitation can be an experience that […]
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, passed in December 2017, brought about a number of sweeping changes to existing tax law. While much of the immediate focus on the bill was related to changes to income tax rates and tax brackets, some of the substantial changes brought about by the Act will directly impact divorces. […]
No business wants to be involved in a commercial dispute. Commercial disputes can arise out of a variety of situations, from contract violations, intellectual property infringement, or any number of other situations that result in the potential for legal action for the business clients and parties involved. The wide range of events that can give […]
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, passed in 2017, represents a substantial reform of existing tax legislation. Under the new tax law for 2019, a number of slated changes will impact everything from what your tax rate is to what kinds of tax deductions you can claim, and may even impact your divorce. Many individuals […]
Environmental protections enshrined in law protect our nation’s natural resource, but environmental laws are a relatively new development in our nation’s history. Environmental laws and the regulatory structures that enforce them have developed as we, as a nation, have collectively recognized that pollution and environmental contamination can pose a threat to our safety, health, and […]