Did you know contracts with electronic signatures are valid when they are handled properly? It has been a tenet of contract law for centuries that a signature on a business contract indicates that the party who signed has entered into the contract and accepts the responsibilities assigned by it, and has the right to expect […]
The good sense sought in California lawsuits could be a boon for the San Diego business community. The state of California and the San Diego area have had their share of economic ups and downs, but still there has been a lot of money changing hands. Much of this is happening in courtrooms where lawsuits […]
How does an unlawful detainer work? An “Unlawful detainer” is used when somebody is keeping you from accessing something that is legally yours. This is usually applied in situations where a tenant of an apartment, or otherwise leased property, refuses to leave upon being evicted by the landlord. U.S. state laws require a landlord to […]
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 representing the insurance company in […]
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 were removed with this legislation, […]
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 that tone day-in and day-out, […]