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Conducting Internal Investigations

If an issue comes up in a company, management has a duty to conduct an internal investigation. Often this is related to behavior such as discrimination or harassment. Many management teams make the mistake of jumping straight into interviewing the … Continue reading


Creating a Social Media Policy

With more people joining social media daily, implementing a company-wide social media policy is a good idea. Disgruntled employees sometimes take their frustration out on social media platforms, hurting the company’s reputation. To dissuade employees of doing this, and being … Continue reading


Staying on Top of Compliance

The Human Resources department’s role in a company has vastly changed over the years from providing operational support and personnel tasks. The HR department now handles many different facets including hiring, payroll, training, employee relations and more. While handling all … Continue reading


Franchise Agreements

Companies that resell items made by another company have either a franchise agreement or a distribution agreement. A franchise agreement gives the business the right to market or sell goods and services under the trademarked name or patented process of … Continue reading


How to Come out of a Merger Successful

Many companies deal in mergers and acquisitions. Two companies merge into one because they are more valuable together than when separated. This usually happens when one company isn’t faring as well as the other, and sells. It is typically called … Continue reading


In-House Advantages

Every business legal advice at some point and have to decide whether to consult outside counsel or hire in-house counsel. Deciding to hire in-house counsel comes with many advantages. By being integrated into the workplace, in-house counsel becomes part of … Continue reading


Terminating an Employee

Firing or laying off an employee can sometimes cause issues in the workplace. It can bring down productivity and morale or even cost the employer a lawsuit if it is handled improperly. In-house attorneys can help make this process go … Continue reading


Greening the Corporation: Advising Companies on Compliance with Corporate Sustainability Requirements, By Dana M. Newman Partner, The General Counsel, LLC

For a growing number of businesses, implementing smart environmental policy aids legal compliance and promotes competitiveness Continue reading


2010 Employment Law Updates, by Jerry Bloch

Here are the most significant legislative changes applicable to California employers: A. FMLA (included in the 2010 National Defense Authorization Act): 1. Military Caregiver Leave –Time off to care for injured or ill or active service members has been expanded … Continue reading


The Blogging Employee, by Jerry Bloch

The use of the internet for social media purposes has made pundits and commentators out of anyone who wants to be one. What risks do employers have from their employees’ blogging, and facebooking? An article in the Los Angeles Daily … Continue reading