What do you need to know about the reservation of rights and an insurers duty to defend? There is an important legal fact that most California and San Diego insurance policy holders simply aren’t aware of: Your insurance company’s first legal obligation is to their own policy, not you. Attorneys...
Ensuring Compliance with the California Fair Pay Act
Ensuring compliance with the California fair Pay Act is crucial for any employer with workers in San Diego or throughout California. The new California Fair Pay Act legislation took effect in January of 2016 and included several changes to the previous law. Several sections of the old California Labor Code...
New Manager for Padres May Trigger an Idea for San Diego Businesses
Recently, the Padres announced the hiring of a new manager, Jayce Tingler. How could the hiring of a new Padres manager possibly trigger an idea for San Diego businesses? Why are the Padres bringing in a new manager? The team’s general manager, A.J. Preller, mentioned several specific goals including: “sets...
What Should You Do when an Insurance Company Denies Your Claim in San Diego?
Insurance companies are becoming more and more aggressive when presented with valid claims against their own insurance policies. Unfortunately, many insurance companies deny valid claims or attempt to side-step their legal obligations through a strategy known as a Reservation of Rights letter. What should you do when an insurance company...
Why Do You Need an Entity for Charitable Work in San Diego
Why do you need an entity for charitable work in San Diego? What is the difference between an “unincorporated entity” and a “nonprofit entity” in California? If you wish to organize a group of people to raise money for charitable work and you intend continue operations for an extended time...
Business Planning is Important to the Future Success of Your Company
Starting a business can be a great joy, however, this can be short lived if the appropriate steps are not taken early on. Business planning is important to the future success of your company while helping to avoid the pitfalls and expensive disputes associated with running any business. This is...
San Diego is a Great Place for New Business
San Diego is a great place for new business opportunities. Are you thinking about starting a business of your own or branching out with a new one? According to recent surveys, San Diego ranks as one of the top cities in the nation to do just that. Part of what...
The San Diego Brewing Scene is Foaming Over
The San Diego brewing scene is foaming over as consolidations and new start up breweries offer local experiences for San Diego residents and visitors alike. For one San Diego event specialist, understanding beer is her job. She works for a local brewery and she recently shared her thoughts on where...
Business Contracts Can Have International Complications
Although it may not be evident at the initial execution of an agreement, business contracts can have international complications down the road. When individuals or businesses need to enter into a contract with another entity, the manner in which such contracts are drafted is incredibly important. It is impossible to...