Beginning July 1, 2019, CalSavers Retirement Program became a new employment law in California. CalSavers is a state-run retirement savings program for private-sector workers whose employers do not offer a […]
Continue reading…Financial Disclosure in Divorce
During the pendency of a divorce in California, each divorcing party is required to exchange full and complete financial information with the other. Family Code Section 2100 requires full disclosure […]
Continue reading…4 Reasons Everyone Needs An Estate Plan
Many people are under the misconception that estate plans are only necessary for those with substantial wealth. In fact, estate plans are important for everyone who wants to plan for […]
Continue reading…Characteristics (and Red Flags) to Look for When Buying a Business
An entrepreneur is one who organizes, manages, and assumes the risks of a business or enterprise. Being an entrepreneur means taking financial risk for economic profit, it doesn’t have to […]
Continue reading…Starting a New Business – Common Start-Up Costs
Starting a new business is an exciting time. For serial entrepreneurs, starting a new business is often more routine because they have developed a system from their prior ventures. For […]
Continue reading…Kathi Smith Featured in Attorney At Law Magazine
Attorney Kathi Smith’s article, “Prevailing Party Attorney’s Fees” was recently published in Attorney at Law Magazine! Prevailing Party Attorney’s Fees By Kathleen J. Smith When the parties’ contract provides that […]
Continue reading…New Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Laws in 2019
California employers with at least five employees must now provide sexual harassment prevention training and education to all supervisory employees and non-supervisory employees in California. Since 2005, employers with at […]
Continue reading…New Twist on Employer Liability for Commuting Employees’ Vehicular Accidents
In general, employers are liable for any wrongful actions committed by their employees while the employees are carrying out their job duties — including vehicular accidents while on the job. […]
Continue reading…Prevailing Party Attorney’s Fees
By Kathi Smith When the parties’ contract provides that the prevailing party shall recover reasonable attorney’s fees in any dispute arising out of the contract, fees sought must be reasonable […]
Continue reading…Eric A. Hirschberg, “40 Under 40” Honoree
Schneiders & Associates, LLP is proud to announce that the Pacific Coast Business Times has named Eric A. Hirschberg a “40 Under 40” honoree! Eric focuses his practice in the areas […]
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