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Benjamin Alexander

Traps for the Unwary – Transfers of Personal Property Without Delivery

Imagine... You’ve just completed a purchase of a friendly competitor’s overstocked inventory from the current season. She gave you a good price and will let you leave the goods at her warehouse for 30 days, just in time…more

Personal Property, Transfers

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Alexis Anderson

Best Practices for Apps & Websites to Avoid Claims Under the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA)

Amid little clarity from courts, wiretap claims targeting the use of data analytics tools are becoming increasingly common. Here are ways to stay compliant and avoid costly litigation…more

California, Compliance, Consent, Cookies, Invasion of Privacy

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Andrew Apfelberg

California Updates to the Warranty Act and What it Means for Companies as of July 1, 2023

This article is a brief summary of a recent update to the California Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act regarding express warranties and its impact on business entities…more

Breach of Warranty, Express Warranty, Goods or Services, Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices

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Sedina Banks

Will Makeup Get a Makeover?: Titanium Dioxide in Cosmetics

UPDATE: On June 12, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California entered a preliminary injunction in The Personal Care Products Council v. Bonta…more

California, Cosmetics, Enforcement, Manufacturers, OEHHA

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Keith Patrick Banner

Cannabis and Bankruptcy Laws

Greenberg Glusker bankruptcy and financial restructuring partner Keith Banner joins his colleagues Alexa Steinberg and Steve Stein for a look at the intersection of cannabis and bankruptcy law. Can cannabis companies obtain…more

Bankruptcy Code, Cannabis-Related Businesses (CRBs), Commercial Bankruptcy, Corporate Restructuring, Debt Restructuring

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Jillian Berk

[Webinar] Aging Gracefully: Recognizing Competence Issues In the Practice of Law - January 25th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

This CLE program will explore competence issues in the context of the aging attorney population. While mental and physical issues impacting the elderly population are very common, few CLE programs discuss them in the context of…more

Continuing Legal Education, Duty of Competence, Elder Issues, Law Firm Associates, Law Firm Partners

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Nancy Bertrando

Local Minimum Wage Increases Along With Summer Temperatures

Local Minimum Wage Increases Go Into Effect on July 1, 2023 On July 1, 2023, a number of local governments throughout California will raise their minimum wage. In the City of Los Angeles, the new rate is $16.78/hour ($19.73/hour…more

California, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Policies, Minimum Wage, State Labor Laws

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Paul Blechner

New Laws Affecting California Employers in 2018

The following is a summary of the most significant new laws that will affect California employers in the upcoming year. New Parent Leave Act - Employers with 50 or more employees are already familiar with the ob ligation to…more

Ban the Box, California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Criminal Background Checks, Domestic Violence, Employee Training

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Ricardo Cestero

[Webinar] What’s Next for DEI Initiatives in the Wake of the SCOTUS Affirmative Action Decision? - January 24th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

This presentation will include: - Case discussion - Decision's implications for clients, law firms, and courts - Potential solutions..…more

Affirmative Action, College Admissions, Continuing Legal Education, Diversity, Equal Protection

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Paulina Chau

Protected Paid Sick Leave Increases to Five Days Per Year Under California State Law

With the stated purpose of encouraging sick employees to stay home to stop the spread of COVID and other contagious diseases in the workplace, Governor Newsom signed SB 616, expanding the state’s Healthy Workplaces, Healthy…more

California, Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Paid Sick Leave, Retaliation

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Darryl Cluster

IRS Issues Notice Providing for the Delay of Federal Tax Filings and Federal Tax Payments

Although it has occurred sporadically – Notice 20-17 on March 18, Notice 20-18 on March 21, Notice 20-20 on March 27 – the IRS has finally issued comprehensive (almost) guidance in Notice 20-23 on April 9 providing for the delay…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Income Taxes, Interest Accrual, IRS, New Guidance

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Craig Coan

Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program: Essential Information for Residential Landlords Owning Four or Fewer Rental Units

In an effort to alleviate the financial burdens faced by small residential landlords during the ongoing economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Los Angeles County has introduced the Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program…more

California, Documentation, Filing Deadlines, Landlords, Rent

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Omar Corona

Supreme Court Narrows EPA’s Authority to Protect Wetlands under Clean Water Act

In a highly anticipated and consequential decision, the U.S. Supreme Court stripped the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) authority to regulate an estimated half of the nation’s wetlands under the Clean Water Act (CWA)…more

Clean Water Act, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Jurisdiction, Inland Waterways

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Daniel Cousineau

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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David Cranston

In the Heart of the Rainy Season: The New (Stayed) Clean Water Rule Covers Vernal Pools in California

After years of drought, the El Niño storms have been bringing much-needed rain and snow to California–albeit in quantities significantly less than we hoped for thus far. In addition to the anticipated snow packs, flowing…more

Clean Water Act, Clean Water Rule, Jurisdiction, Property Owners, Storm Water

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Brian Davidoff

The Effective Use of Section 363 sales

When a company is not likely to survive a restructuring, its assets may have value to a third-party buyer. Absent legal protection, a buyer of a financially distressed business will usually be concerned that the company’s…more

363 Sales, Bankruptcy Code, Bankruptcy Court, Chapter 11, Commercial Bankruptcy

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Lee Dresie

Force Majeure and the Coronavirus

Governor Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti have recently ordered the limiting of public gatherings and the closing of all gyms, bars, wineries, breweries, and restaurants (other than take-out and delivery). The…more

Breach of Contract, Business Closures, City of Los Angeles, Commercial Tenants, Force Majeure Clause

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Barry Edwards

What do real estate companies and executives need to do to prepare for 2023 and the expected economic slowdown?

A few of Greenberg Glusker Real Estate Partners answer a key outlook question: What do real estate developers, investors, lenders, owners, and operators need to do to prepare for 2023 and the expected economic slowdown?…more

Capital Gains, Commercial Real Estate Market, Economic Development, IRS, Real Estate Development

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Lisa Von Eschen

Local Minimum Wage Increases Along With Summer Temperatures

Local Minimum Wage Increases Go Into Effect on July 1, 2023 On July 1, 2023, a number of local governments throughout California will raise their minimum wage. In the City of Los Angeles, the new rate is $16.78/hour ($19.73/hour…more

California, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Policies, Minimum Wage, State Labor Laws

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Bonnie Eskenazi

[Webinar] #FreeSpeech: Perspectives from the UK and the US on Social Media Liability for Fake News, Damaging Content and Censorship - July 29th, 9:00 am - 10:00 am PDT

Greenberg Glusker and Farrer & Co are delighted to present a joint webinar during which reputation management and media specialists from both firms will discuss: - Key legal developments in the UK and US related to Big…more

Advertising, Big Tech, Censorship, Facebook, False Statements

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Kenneth Fields

What do real estate companies and executives need to do to prepare for 2023 and the expected economic slowdown?

A few of Greenberg Glusker Real Estate Partners answer a key outlook question: What do real estate developers, investors, lenders, owners, and operators need to do to prepare for 2023 and the expected economic slowdown?…more

Capital Gains, Commercial Real Estate Market, Economic Development, IRS, Real Estate Development

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Robin Finch

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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Josh Geller

Supreme Court Says First Amendment Can’t Save 'Trump Too Small' Trademark Bid

On June 13, the Supreme Court issued an opinion in Vidal v. Elster, 602 U. S. ____ (2024), a case involving a plaintiff’s attempt to register the trademark “Trump too small” (a reference to a key political issue in the 2016…more

First Amendment, Free Speech, Jack Daniels Properties Inc v VIP Products LLC, Lanham Act, Rogers Test

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James Han

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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James Hill

Corporate Transparency Act: Action Plan for Upcoming Reporting Requirements

Back in August, our firm released an alert on the Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”), summarizing the reporting obligations and the important deadlines for entities that will be considered “reporting companies” under the…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, Limited Liability Company (LLC)

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Sherry Jackman

Will Makeup Get a Makeover?: Titanium Dioxide in Cosmetics

UPDATE: On June 12, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California entered a preliminary injunction in The Personal Care Products Council v. Bonta…more

California, Cosmetics, Enforcement, Manufacturers, OEHHA

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Peter Jackson

[Webinar] AI Alter Egos: Blueprints for Digital Likeness Deals - January 23rd, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

Explore the intricacies of transforming individuals into AI avatars and the key legal issues and provisions to keep in mind. Informed by our team’s talent-side and tech-side experiences, we’ll navigate: - Likeness License…more

Alter Ego, Artificial Intelligence, Avatar, Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education

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Sally James

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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Brian H. Kang

Los Angeles "Mansion Tax" - Measure ULA, Its Impact on Property Owners, & Refunds

In November 2022, Measure ULA, commonly known as the "Mansion Tax," was passed into law by the City of Los Angeles voters. This tax applies to all categories of real estate, including commercial, industrial, and residential…more

IRS, Like Kind Exchanges, Property Owners, Real Estate Investments, Real Estate Transactions

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Elias Kawas

Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program: Essential Information for Residential Landlords Owning Four or Fewer Rental Units

In an effort to alleviate the financial burdens faced by small residential landlords during the ongoing economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, Los Angeles County has introduced the Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program…more

California, Documentation, Filing Deadlines, Landlords, Rent

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Warren Skip Kessler

Unlocking Success: The Strategy Behind Partnership Divisions for Tax Compliance

In the article that appeared in last month’s blog, I indicated that we utilize a structure that avoids the taxing authorities’ challenges to “drop and swap” transactions and, instead, that is structured to comply with an…more

Fair Market Value, Internal Revenue Code (IRC), IRS, Limited Liability Company (LLC), Partnerships

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Jeffrey Krieger

When it Comes to Assuming Executory Contracts, a Default is a Default; But the Equities Still Matter

The recent decision of the Ninth Circuit in In re Hawkeye Entertainment, LLC contains a few important takeaways with respect to the treatment of executory contracts and unexpired leases under section 365 of the Bankruptcy…more

Bankruptcy Code, Bankruptcy Court, Chapter 11, Commercial Bankruptcy, Debtors

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Wendy E. Lane

Has the New FTC Non-Compete Ban Been Banned? Employers Consider Options After Legal Challenges to FTC Rule

As was widely published last week, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued its long-awaited Final Rule which prohibits employers from entering into non-compete agreements with employees with limited exceptions. The next day,…more

Federal Bans, Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Final Rules, Non-Compete Agreements, Restrictive Covenants

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Norman Levine

[Webinar] The Rules of Professional Conduct: Protecting Your Client and Yourself - January 24th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

This presentation will provide an overview of the California Rules of Professional Responsibility, as reenacted in 2018, and related California statutes, focusing on the Lawyer-Client Relationship, the lawyer’s role as Counselor…more

California, Client Representation, Continuing Legal Education, Law Firm Associates, Law Firm Partners

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Stefanie J. Lipson

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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Michelle Mabugat

Have Employer Drug Tests Gone Up in Smoke?

Greenberg Glusker Employment Partner Karina Sterman joins Priya Sopori, Steve Stein and Michelle Mabugat to discuss new legislation enacted in California, AB 2188, which affects the ability of employers to discharge or refuse to…more

California, Cannabis Products, Drug Testing, Hiring & Firing, New Legislation

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Gregg Martin

What do real estate companies and executives need to do to prepare for 2023 and the expected economic slowdown?

A few of Greenberg Glusker Real Estate Partners answer a key outlook question: What do real estate developers, investors, lenders, owners, and operators need to do to prepare for 2023 and the expected economic slowdown?…more

Capital Gains, Commercial Real Estate Market, Economic Development, IRS, Real Estate Development

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Nicole Matsuda

Cannabis Reclassification: Timeline and Impact

The federal government has started to reclassify cannabis. When, and if, that reclassification is finalized, licensed cannabis businesses should see dramatically higher after-tax income and access to services from credit card…more

Cannabis Products, Cannabis-Related Businesses (CRBs), Controlled Substances Act, DEA, Department of Justice (DOJ)

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Brandon Milostan

[Webinar] AI Alter Egos: Blueprints for Digital Likeness Deals - January 23rd, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

Explore the intricacies of transforming individuals into AI avatars and the key legal issues and provisions to keep in mind. Informed by our team’s talent-side and tech-side experiences, we’ll navigate: - Likeness License…more

Alter Ego, Artificial Intelligence, Avatar, Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education

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Doug Mirell

Deepfakes Remain A Threat Ahead Of 2024 Elections

Picture this: Ron DeSantis delivers a speech dropping out of the 2024 presidential race. Donald Trump kisses Dr. Anthony Fauci. These are among this electoral season's first, and will doubtless not be the last, phony videos and…more

Artificial Intelligence, Deep Fake, Federal Election Commission (FEC), Machine Learning, Political Campaigns

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Vishwanath "Vish" Mohan

[Webinar] What’s Next for DEI Initiatives in the Wake of the SCOTUS Affirmative Action Decision? - January 24th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

This presentation will include: - Case discussion - Decision's implications for clients, law firms, and courts - Potential solutions..…more

Affirmative Action, College Admissions, Continuing Legal Education, Diversity, Equal Protection

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James R. Molen

Legal issues: False labeling of plant-based meat products

Impossible, Beyond, Everything Legendary. These are just a few of the names adorning plant-based meat substitutes these days. With monikers like this, consumers might be right to expect that the health benefits of switching to…more

First Amendment, Food Labeling, Food Manufacturers, Food Marketing, Fourteenth Amendment

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Schuyler (Sky) Moore

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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Brian Moskal

[Webinar] From Dirt to Air: Current Topics in Environmental Law - January 27th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

Please join us on January 27th for a complimentary MCLE presentation as we discuss updates in environmental law, including those impacting: - Environmental due diligence including Phase I due diligence changes -…more

CERCLA, Continuing Legal Education, Due Diligence, Environmental Litigation, Environmental Policies

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Aaron Moss

Let’s Go Hazy: Making Sense of Fair Use After Warhol

The Supreme Court has spoken, and if content is king, then purpose is . . . Princely? In a 7-2 decision, the Court ruled that the commercial licensing of Andy Warhol’s “Orange Prince” to Condé Nast to illustrate a story about…more

Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts Inc v Goldsmith, Artists, Copyright, Copyright Infringement, Copyright Litigation

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Megan Nogle

IRS Issues Notice Providing for the Delay of Federal Tax Filings and Federal Tax Payments

Although it has occurred sporadically – Notice 20-17 on March 18, Notice 20-18 on March 21, Notice 20-20 on March 27 – the IRS has finally issued comprehensive (almost) guidance in Notice 20-23 on April 9 providing for the delay…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Income Taxes, Interest Accrual, IRS, New Guidance

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Zachary M. Nolan

Los Angeles "Mansion Tax" - Measure ULA, Its Impact on Property Owners, & Refunds

In November 2022, Measure ULA, commonly known as the "Mansion Tax," was passed into law by the City of Los Angeles voters. This tax applies to all categories of real estate, including commercial, industrial, and residential…more

IRS, Like Kind Exchanges, Property Owners, Real Estate Investments, Real Estate Transactions

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Pete Nyquist

USEPA Announces Final Drinking Water Standards for Six PFAS

In much anticipated news for followers of PFAS, or so-called "forever chemicals," USEPA announced today final, enforceable drinking water standards (MCLs) for six PFAS, including PFOS and PFOA at 4 parts per trillion. EPA…more

CERCLA, Clean Water Act, Contamination, Drinking Water, Environmental Policies

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Pierce O'Donnell

[Webinar] Play Ball! The State of Professional Sports | An Evening with Lew Wolff and Pierce O'Donnell - September 28th, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm PDT

Join us via live stream for an informative evening with Lew Wolff, the former owner and current Chairman Emeritus of the Oakland Athletics and former owner of the San Jose Earthquakes. Lew will provide an unvarnished,…more

Arenas and Stadiums, Athletes, Spectator Sports, Sports, Ticket Pricing

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Samantha Pannier

Update: SEC Voluntarily Stays Climate Regulations

On April 4, 2024, rather than waiting for the Eighth Circuit to issue a ruling on plaintiffs’ pending emergency motion for an administrative stay of the SEC’s final rule regarding the Enhancement..…more

Climate Change, Disclosure Requirements, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Stays

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Noah Perch-Ahern

Supreme Court Narrows EPA’s Authority to Protect Wetlands under Clean Water Act

In a highly anticipated and consequential decision, the U.S. Supreme Court stripped the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) authority to regulate an estimated half of the nation’s wetlands under the Clean Water Act (CWA)…more

Clean Water Act, Environmental Policies, Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Federal Jurisdiction, Inland Waterways

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Eric Perlmutter-Gumbiner

Main Street Lending Program Q&A

In the next installment of our multi-part series about the benefits for businesses under the “CARES” Act, we’ve put together an introductory Q&A about the “Main Street Lending Program”—a government program separate from the…more

CARES Act, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Main Street Lending Programs, Midsize and Large Business Loans, Small Business Loans

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Kelly Raney

Local Minimum Wage Increases Along With Summer Temperatures

Local Minimum Wage Increases Go Into Effect on July 1, 2023 On July 1, 2023, a number of local governments throughout California will raise their minimum wage. In the City of Los Angeles, the new rate is $16.78/hour ($19.73/hour…more

California, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Policies, Minimum Wage, State Labor Laws

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Benazeer (Benny) Roshan

[Webinar] Aging Gracefully: Recognizing Competence Issues In the Practice of Law - January 25th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

This CLE program will explore competence issues in the context of the aging attorney population. While mental and physical issues impacting the elderly population are very common, few CLE programs discuss them in the context of…more

Continuing Legal Education, Duty of Competence, Elder Issues, Law Firm Associates, Law Firm Partners

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Benjamin Ruskin

Summer Brings A Rise in Minimum Wages Along With Rising Temperatures

On July 1, 2024, a number of local governments throughout California will raise their minimum wage. In the City of Los Angeles, the minimum wage will rise from $16.78/hour to $17.28/hour ($20.32/hour for hotel employees at…more

Employer Liability Issues, Minimum Wage, Wage and Hour

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Jesse Saivar

[Webinar] AI Alter Egos: Blueprints for Digital Likeness Deals - January 23rd, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

Explore the intricacies of transforming individuals into AI avatars and the key legal issues and provisions to keep in mind. Informed by our team’s talent-side and tech-side experiences, we’ll navigate: - Likeness License…more

Alter Ego, Artificial Intelligence, Avatar, Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education

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Elizabeth Sbardellati

The Impact of the Wrigley Lawsuit on Cannabis IP Rights

Greenberg Glusker intellectual property lawyer Elizabeth (Liz) Sbardellati joins cannabis practice colleagues Michelle Mabugat, Priya Sopori and Alexa Steinberg to chew over a landmark case in intellectual property law in this…more

Brand, Cannabis Products, Cannabis-Related Businesses (CRBs), Intellectual Property Protection, Marijuana-Infused Edibles

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Natasha Shabani

From Soup to Nuts: A Round-Up of Legal Guidance for Food & Beverage Companies

The Los Angeles area is home to iconic food innovators, family-run restaurants of every ethnic stripe, and competition-winning restaurateurs. A successful restaurant or food and beverage company is also a business enterprise…more

Beverage Manufacturers, Commercial Real Estate Contracts, Corporate Branding, Food Labeling, Food Manufacturers

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Jonathan Shenson

[Webinar] Crypto Contagion: The World of Cryptocurrency Bankruptcies - January 26th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm PST

This panel will explore various aspects of cryptocurrency bankruptcies including: - The turmoil with crypto companies - How stakeholders fare in bankruptcy - Legal issues of first impression - What’s on the horizon …more

Blockchain, Commercial Bankruptcy, Continuing Legal Education, Cryptocurrency, Regulatory Agenda

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Charles Shephard

New Laws Affecting California Employers in 2018

The following is a summary of the most significant new laws that will affect California employers in the upcoming year. New Parent Leave Act - Employers with 50 or more employees are already familiar with the ob ligation to…more

Ban the Box, California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Criminal Background Checks, Domestic Violence, Employee Training

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Kevin Sher

Highs and Lows: Planning for Success in Q4 and Beyond

A s we enter the last quarter of 2023, my colleagues and I in the Real Estate Group at Greenberg Glusker are looking back at the bright spots this year and helping clients chart a path to success in 2024.What are some of those…more

Brick-and-Mortar Stores, Coronavirus/COVID-19, E-Commerce, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Market

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Jonathan Sokol

Ninth Circuit Court of Appeal Rules that Excess Insurer Cannot Challenge Exhaustion of Underlying Insurance on Coverage Grounds

In Axis Reinsurance Co. v. Northrop Grumman Corporation, 2020 DJDAR 10114 (9th Cir. Sept. 14, 2020), a case of first impression under California law, the Ninth Circuit held that an excess insurer may not dispute exhaustion of…more

Appeals, Bad Faith, Excess Policies, Exhaustion Doctrine, Fraud

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Priya Sopori

Have Employer Drug Tests Gone Up in Smoke?

Greenberg Glusker Employment Partner Karina Sterman joins Priya Sopori, Steve Stein and Michelle Mabugat to discuss new legislation enacted in California, AB 2188, which affects the ability of employers to discharge or refuse to…more

California, Cannabis Products, Drug Testing, Hiring & Firing, New Legislation

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Steven Stein

Have Employer Drug Tests Gone Up in Smoke?

Greenberg Glusker Employment Partner Karina Sterman joins Priya Sopori, Steve Stein and Michelle Mabugat to discuss new legislation enacted in California, AB 2188, which affects the ability of employers to discharge or refuse to…more

California, Cannabis Products, Drug Testing, Hiring & Firing, New Legislation

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Alexa Steinberg

Labor Peace Agreements (LPAs): Critical Considerations In Negotiating Your First Dealings With Unions

Greenberg Glusker’s Dan Stone joins Alexa Steinberg to discuss essential points to consider – and pitfalls to avoid – in any cannabis venture’s first dealings with labor unions. Unionization ultimately depends on employees’…more

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Ira Steinberg

[Webinar] Shifting Tides: Navigating Online Consumer Disputes in 2024 - January 22nd, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

Join us for a discussion on the best practices for navigating the evolving landscape of dispute resolution for online businesses. We’ll dissect the latest on critical issues like user agreements and privacy disclosures, CIPA &…more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Arbitration, Best Practices, CIPA, Continuing Legal Education

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Karina Sterman

Valentine’s Day Reminder – California Employer Edition

Yes, this is a reminder that Valentine’s Day is coming up, and it falls on February 14 this year. In addition to making dinner reservations and buying loved ones flowers, California employers have the added responsibility…more

California, Contract Terms, Non-Compete Agreements

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Marc M. Stern

IRS Announces 2022 Inflation Adjusted Amounts For Transfer Taxes

The IRS recently confirmed that, for 2022, the aggregate amount that can be given away without being subject to the gift or estate tax will increase to $12.06 million per individual. Thus, as of 2022, a married couple together…more

Estate Tax, Generation-Skipping Transfer, Gift-Tax Exemption, Income Taxes, Inflation Adjustments

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Daniel Stone

Labor Peace Agreements (LPAs): Critical Considerations In Negotiating Your First Dealings With Unions

Greenberg Glusker’s Dan Stone joins Alexa Steinberg to discuss essential points to consider – and pitfalls to avoid – in any cannabis venture’s first dealings with labor unions. Unionization ultimately depends on employees’…more

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Tim Toohey

[Webinar] Shifting Tides: Navigating Online Consumer Disputes in 2024 - January 22nd, 10:00 am - 11:00 am PST

Join us for a discussion on the best practices for navigating the evolving landscape of dispute resolution for online businesses. We’ll dissect the latest on critical issues like user agreements and privacy disclosures, CIPA &…more

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Arbitration, Best Practices, CIPA, Continuing Legal Education

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Hannah Waldman

Tipping the Scales: How “Reverse” Morals Clauses Can Give Influencers Real Power to Hold Brands Accountable

A contract provision could give influencers the power to escape a sponsorship with a company engulfed in bad PR. In June 2020, women’s clothing retailer Anthropologie posted a Maya Angelou quote to its social media feed. The…more

Advertising, Brand, Influencers, Marketing, Morals Clauses

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Elizabeth Watson

New Commercial Lease Requirement for Disability Access Inspection Disclosure

Commercial lease agreements executed on or after July 1, 2013 must include a provision disclosing whether the premises has been inspected by a Certified Access Specialist and, if so, whether the property has been determined to…more

Commercial Leases, Disability Access Claims, Disclosure Requirements, Inspections

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Joel Weinstein

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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Michael Wiener

Los Angeles "Mansion Tax" - Measure ULA, Its Impact on Property Owners, & Refunds

In November 2022, Measure ULA, commonly known as the "Mansion Tax," was passed into law by the City of Los Angeles voters. This tax applies to all categories of real estate, including commercial, industrial, and residential…more

IRS, Like Kind Exchanges, Property Owners, Real Estate Investments, Real Estate Transactions

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Nancy Zhao

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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Laura Zwicker

Corporate Transparency Act: Reporting Deadline Approaching

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) imposes far-reaching new reporting obligations on many U.S. businesses, and the penalties for non-compliance are substantial. With only a few months left before the January 1, 2025, deadline…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, Deadlines, FinCEN, New Regulations

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