An overview of the Boy Scouts of America chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, and possible lessons for other non-profit organization bankruptcies.

By Sean Cork, E.D.A. Law             Supreme Court decisions addressing bankruptcy law are uncommon, but it's rarer still when a Supreme Court case shows the pitfalls of improper strategy.  Ritzen Group, Inc. v. Jackson Masonry, LLC, issued by the Supreme Court on January 14, 2020, is the rare d...

Small business owners have a lot to think about when designing their companies. One of the most important decisions they need to make from the start is which business structure they are going to use. Ultimately, the structure that you choose for setting up your company will have certain tax and l...

There are several critical steps for incorporating a startup, but some business owners stop after they have filed the articles of incorporation with their secretary of state. If you have questions about incorporating your company, read on to learn six steps to take after filing: Appoint Dir...

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, food manufacturers recalled more than 21 million pounds of product in 2015, while auto manufacturers recalled 51 million cars. If you own a business and have to recall even a single product, it's going to cost you. In addition to the exp...

After reaching into our mailbag we noticed a series of frequently asked questions about Business law. As you can see, Business law covers a broad array of legal areas ranging from federal tax compliance to contract review. Read on and see our answers to these FAQs What is business law? Bus...

Every business requires an entity structure for tax purposes. Common business entities include S Corporation, C Corporation, and Limited Liability Company. Each structure has pros and cons. The best way for you to identify the structure that best fits your business is to consult a commercial lawy...

In the age of Google and Facebook people are accustomed to having instant access to vast amounts of information. Employers are increasingly relying on this ever-expanding pool of information in performing background checks on prospective employees. Is it possible, however, for an employer's acces...

In December 2017, Judge Donna Geck of the Santa Barbara County Superior Court ordered the University of California at Santa Barbara to reinstate “John Doe”,  a student UCSB previously expelled for allegedly stalking his ex-girlfriend and directed the university to reconsider the student's appeal....

A look at the jury system and how some jurors can muck up the whole system when they ignore tha law. https://wrestlingwiththelaw.com/2014/07/10/how-fans-and-juries-screw-it-up-and-why-they-should-stop/

Over at the blog, Wrestling with the Law, we take a look at today's Supreme Court Decision regarding Hobby Lobby, closely held corporations and burdens on the exercise of religion. Take a look and subscribe. http://wp.me/p2EZqw-4d

Anyone who has worked in the financial industry will tell you that the old saying about becoming a millionaire is entirely true: The easiest way to make a million dollars is to start with a billion. Unfortunately, most startup founders don't have access to a trust fund of that size—or of any size...

The stars at night are not the only things big and bright in Texas. Apparently, former Galveston County Constable, Pam Matranga, liked to brighten her deputies' days by exposing them to her big breasts. While many a man may like the idea of their lady boss putting the ta-tas in their face or invi...

Did you know that today is “International Whores Day”? That is no euphemism either. It is for actual sex workers. And yesterday they went to Congress to make their presence felt as citizens. If there is anyplace where someone is bound to get screwed, it has to be Washington, D.C., but this last w...

By Eric D. Anderson When Neil Sedaka wrote the song “Breaking Up is Hard to do”, he had no idea how hard it could be in the internet age. Break-ups are tough enough without worrying about sexual photographs of you displayed throughout the internet. But, today that has become a real concern for ma...

Navigating copyright law correctly is critical if you want to protect your creative works, but doing so is often complicated and rarely straightforward. For example, copyright law automatically protects an author's written work from the first draft; however, an artist must register certain finish...

Businesses in the Digital Age must have a legitimate Web presence in order to gain consumers' trust. Your website doesn't have to be flashy, but a strong Web presence can make your company appear credible and established. While a single, stagnant webpage might have been enough five years ago, c...

January 28, 2019. It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the death today of our Paralegal and, for all intents and purposes, our right arm, Tiffany Smith-Daughtery. Never boring, often vivacious, and fiercely determined are only some of the appropriate adjectives to describe Tiffany. Her ...

It's no secret that California is home to famous actors, playwrights, musicians and just about every other type of entertainer. Unfortunately, having worldwide renown comes with certain drawbacks. If your image is well-known to the general population – or even to a niche market – then photograp...

Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles, have grown incredibly popular in recent years. We see them almost everywhere now, being used for commercial and entertainment purposes. According to The Economist, their sudden ubiquity has prompted the Federal Aviation Administration to establish mandatory sa...

Whether you're purchasing a business or starting a new venture, you will have to choose a structure for your company.  There are partnerships, sole proprietorships and corporations. Of these, we must often get requests to form what is called a “business entity” Three common options are the S-Corp...

If you own a business in California, there are several benefits to hiring independent contractors instead of employees. According to the Department of Industrial Relations, employers do not have to pay payroll taxes for independent contractors or provide meal periods. They also do not have to pro...

Are you about to negotiate a sports, entertainment , or employment contract? You may already know that contract negotiations are financially and legally complicated, so how would you know if you're getting a fair deal? One of the smartest steps you can take to gain an edge in contract talks is ...

With Kevin Durant stunning the NBA with his exit from the Oklahoma City Thunder and defection to the Golden State Warriors, it seemed like a good time to take a look at contract negotiations in sports. Recently, a professional sports team drafted one of our clients and we found ourselves looking ...