An attorney may competently testify as an expert witness on a seemingly pure legal question if the testimony involves the intersection of corporate articles or by-laws, on the one hand, and the Corporations Code on the other hand. I recently testified in a bifurcated trial, where the judge decided the first half and then the […]
Continue reading…Lunch & Learn: Annual Employment Law Update 2020 – Santa Barbara Chamber of Commerce
Name: Lunch & Learn: Annual Employment Law Update 2020 Date: February 25, 2020 Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PST Website: Register Now Event Description: New employment laws have gone into effect since January 1, 2020! Topics include new laws and requirements that will affect employers in 2020. The Chamber of the Santa Barbara Region invites […]
Continue reading…Roy Schneider Elected to Community Memorial Healthcare Foundation Board of Directors
It is with great pleasure that we announce that Schneiders & Associates’ Partner Roy Schneider has been elected to serve on the board of directors of the Community Memorial Healthcare Foundation! Community Memorial Healthcare Foundation is a charitable, nonprofit organization that helps elevate the quality of healthcare in our community by supporting Community Memorial Hospital […]
Continue reading…The Latest IRS Mindset – ENFORCEMENT!
The IRS Commissioner, Charles “Chuck” Rettig, a former Los Angeles-based tax lawyer of 38-years, has been diligently making his rounds at virtually every major tax conference around the country. The message – “I’m an enforcement guy, I’m a taxpayer service guy. I hope to touch every aspect of the tax service.” he said to […]
Continue reading…Roy Schneider Discusses Estate Planning On Our Ventura TV
Roy Schneider sat down for a television interview with Our Ventura TV’s Sandra Siepak to discuss the importance of estate planning and why it is never too soon to consider establishing a living trust to protect you and your family! Great job Roy! Watch now!
Continue reading…California 2020: New Decade, New Employment Laws!
Each new year brings about new changes in employment law. Governor Gavin Newsom signed into legislation a number of new laws that impact California employers. Here’s what to look for in 2020: AB 5 – New Employee Classification Test: The law codifies and modifies the California Supreme Court’s “ABC test” from its decision in the […]
Continue reading…Eight Common Mistakes Employers Make
California employers are subject to countless federal, state and local laws, imposing various requirements, including wage and hour and anti-discrimination laws. Unfortunately, many employers – particularly small businesses – are unaware of their obligations and violate various worker protection laws, often resulting in expensive lawsuits, civil settlements and penalties. Here are some common, costly mistakes […]
Continue reading…When Is A Person Unfit To Make A Will?
Testamentary capacity refers to a person’s ability to understand and execute a will. As a general rule, most people who are over the age of eighteen are thought to be competent to make and sign the will. They must be able to understand that they are signing the will, they must understand the nature of […]
Continue reading…Don’t Let Your Social Networking Activities Undermine Your Divorce Negotiations
According to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, in the past five years 81% of its members have represented clients in cases involving evidence from social networking sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn. Posted pictures and comments can make the job all-too-easy for your former spouse’s attorney to attack your credibility and ensure […]
Continue reading…Neighbor Disputes: Property Boundaries
Disputes with neighbors can range widely, from loud parties, to poor upkeep, to boundary encroachments. If you are like most property owners, you take great pride in your land, and you do not want anyone to use property that is rightfully yours. When neighbors start taking down shrubs, planting trees, or putting up fences on […]
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