Employers that fail to provide their employee or applicant with a written consumer report disclosure before conducting a background check expose themselves to significant liability. read more
Calculating an employee's regular rate of pay is a nuanced and constantly developing area of the law that requires employers to vigilantly keep a watchful eye on the latest statutory developments, as well as newly published case law. read more
Arbitration agreements and class-action waivers have gotten a lot of hate lately. Towards the end of 2021, and following a multi-year injunction, the Ninth Circuit reinvigorated California's AB 51, which generally prohibits (but does not necessarily stop) employers from requiring employees to enter into pre-dispute arbitration agreements as a condition of employment or receipt of an employment-related benefit. read more
In this segment of Money Matters, Liam O'Connor provides creditors with an introduction to California's Enforcement of Judgments Law. read more
In Part 2 of Money Matters: Lending to Trusts, Family Wealth and Tax Planning attorney Darin Donovan discusses the different types of trusts and how they may impact a creditor's collection efforts read more