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Judge Strikes Down Presidential Executive Order Against Large Law Firm

Sat, 03 May 2025 21:37:10 GMT

A federal judge struck down a presidential executive order that targeted the Perkins Coie law firm, ruling that the order was unconstitutional and an “unprecedented attack” on the American judicial system.

Celebrate SF Small Business Week - May 5-9, 2025

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 20:52:06 GMT

Please come out and support San Francisco's vibrant small business community during the city's Small Business Week .

Stand Up for the Rule of Law on May 1st - National Law Day of Action

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 23:00:02 GMT

Lawyers and the judiciary are facing unprecedented challenges that threaten the foundation of justice in our society. Now, more than ever, it is important to stand up for the rule of law .

No Penalty for Failure to File Beneficial Ownership Information

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:37:52 GMT

Businesses that are required to report their beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network may not be penalized if they fail to report their information.

Corporate Transparency Act Filing Stayed Again

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 05:15:20 GMT

A federal court reinstated a nationwide preliminary injunction stopping enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act and its requirement that businesses file beneficial ownership information with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network.

Happy New Year!

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 05:12:50 GMT

Best wishes for a new year filled with success, good health, and cheer.

Merry Holidays!

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:08:21 GMT

Warmest holiday wishes for a season of happiness and good cheer.

New Employment Laws for 2025

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:05:24 GMT

California employers should be aware of some new laws that will go into effect on January 1, 2025.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 05:03:16 GMT

Warmest Thanksgiving greetings to you and yours.

Court Strikes Down Empty Homes Tax

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 01:36:38 GMT

A San Francisco judge struck down the city's Empty Homes Tax , which imposes a tax on certain properties that are left vacant for at least six months in a year.

Governor Extends Eviction Response Time for Tenants

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 01:34:19 GMT

Governor Newsom signed a new law that extends the time for tenants to respond to eviction notices.

SF Board of Supervisors Bans Rent Pricing Software for Landlords

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 01:31:23 GMT

San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors approved an ordinance banning software that advises landlords on how to price their rental properties.

Happy Independence Day!

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 01:27:48 GMT

Have a happy 4th of July!

Laws Affecting Businesses Effective Today

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 01:22:53 GMT

Some new laws that may affect you or your business become effective today.

Goodbye, Chevron Deference

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 23:15:08 GMT

In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court curtailed the power of federal agencies by ending the judicial doctrine of " Chevron deference ."

Tenants Prevail in Largest Mass Eviction in Los Angeles History

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 21:55:17 GMT

In a decision that could have broad implications for landlords and renters across California, a judge in Los Angeles ruled against a landlord who sought to evict 100 tenants under the state’s Ellis Act.

Reforms to PAGA Remove It From November Ballot

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 21:52:25 GMT

Governor Newsom, businesses, and labor groups have agreed on reforms to California's Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) to avoid a ballot measure that would have repealed the law.

Fight Over Martins Beach Continues

Sat, 18 May 2024 21:49:23 GMT

The ongoing battle over access to Martins Beach will go to trial again.

SF Small Business Week - May 6-10, 2024

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:46:52 GMT

Come celebrate San Francisco's vibrant small business community during Small Business Week !

Federal Judge Rules Corporate Transparency Act Unconstitutional

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 21:56:49 GMT

A federal judge in Alabama ruled that a landmark federal law —designed to increase corporate transparency and combat money laundering—was unconstitutional.

California Bill Would Prevent Landlords From Banning Pets

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 04:56:10 GMT

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Happy 2024!

Tue, 02 Jan 2024 00:38:19 GMT

Have a healthy and prosperous new year!

New Laws for 2024

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:32:57 GMT

A new year brings new laws that may affect you, your property, or your business.

Merry Holidays!

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:30:31 GMT

Warm wishes to you and yours for a merry holiday season!

Happy Thanksgiving to You and Yours!

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 00:26:21 GMT

Wishing you and yours a Thanksgiving filled with joy, laughter, and gratitude!

Newsom Signs Law Barring Large Security Deposits

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:21:25 GMT

California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a bill that will bar certain residential landlords from requiring large security deposits .

Sacramento Supervisors Reject Tenant Harassment Protections

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 23:18:19 GMT

Sacramento County supervisors rejected an ordinance aimed at strengthening tenant protections against landlord harassment.

Montana and Neighbors Sue San Francisco Over Damaged Homes

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 22:37:18 GMT

49ers legend Joe Montana and his neighbors filed a lawsuit against the City of San Francisco in which they claim that poor city infrastructure caused their homes to be flooded with sewage.

COVID-19 Eviction Protections End in SF

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 17:07:05 GMT

San Francisco's COVID-19 eviction protections for nonpayment of rent have expired .

Happy Fourth of July!

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 17:01:03 GMT

Have a happy Independence Day!

SCOTUS Ends Affirmative Action in College Admissions

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 16:56:05 GMT

In a landmark decision , the U.S. Supreme Court invalidated affirmative action programs in college admissions.

SF Small Business Week Starting 5/8/2023

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 22:21:39 GMT

Remember to celebrate and support San Francisco's vibrant small business community.

Shareholders Sue Silicon Valley Bank

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 04:12:15 GMT

Silicon Valley Bank shareholders filed a lawsuit against the bank's parent company, its CEO, and its CFO, alleging that they failed to disclose how rising interest rates would leave the bank "particularly susceptible to a bank run."

Silicon Valley Bank Fails

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 05:09:35 GMT

Today, Silicon Valley Bank failed, marking the second largest bank failure in U.S. history.

California Ends COVID-19 State of Emergency

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 05:07:09 GMT

California’s COVID-19 state of emergency has officially ended .

SCOTUS: Debtor Cannot Discharge Debt Based on Other Debtor's Fraud

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:48:14 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that a debtor cannot discharge a debt incurred through fraud even when she did not personally deceive the creditor.

Homeowners Sue to Challenge Vacancy Tax Law

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 02:12:07 GMT

Property owners have sued the City of San Francisco over a law that imposes a tax on them when they leave their properties vacant.

Happy 2023!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sun, 01 Jan 2023 23:50:30 GMT

May you achieve all your goals in the new year!

Season's Greetings

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:28:22 GMT

Wishing you and yours the merriest of holidays!

Happy Thanksgiving!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 18:50:37 GMT

Best wishes to you and yours for a happy Thanksgiving!

Theranos' Holmes Sentenced to More Than 11 Years in Prison

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 04:21:30 GMT

Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes was sentenced to over eleven years in prison for defrauding investors about her company's blood testing technology.

Twitter Sued for Violating WARN Acts

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sun, 06 Nov 2022 05:44:04 GMT

In response to the recent mass layoffs at Twitter, a class action lawsuit was filed against the tech company for allegedly violating state and federal WARN Acts.

After Education, SCOTUS May End Affirmative Action in Workplace

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 04 Nov 2022 22:34:20 GMT

If the U.S. Supreme Court votes to end affirmative action in higher education, then workplaces will be next.

Judge Rules TIC Owners May Challenge Lifetime Lease Ordinance

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 04:08:08 GMT

A federal judge ruled that the co-owners of a San Francisco apartment building may challenge a city law requiring them to offer a lifetime lease to their tenant before the building is converted into a condominium.

Software Company Sued for Colluding with Landlords

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:54:32 GMT

A group of tenants sued a rent-setting software company alleging it colluded with property managers to artificially inflate rents in several cities.

Evictions Soar After Pandemic Tenant Protections End

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 21 Oct 2022 18:16:08 GMT

In the San Francisco Bay Area, the number of eviction cases continues to rise after pandemic-related tenant protections llapsed.

District Attorneys Want to Sue Law Firm Filing Frivolous Suits

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 21:02:31 GMT

The district attorneys of San Francisco and Los Angeles are seeking to revive an action against a law firm that allegedly filed frivolous disability access suits against small businesses.

Newsom Nominates Judges to California Supreme Court

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:47:53 GMT

Governor Newsom has nominated Justice Patricia Guerrero to become the next chief justice of the California Supreme Court and Judge Kelli Evans to become an associate justice on the court.

CA Supreme Court Chief Justice Cantil-Sakauye to Retire

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 28 Jul 2022 23:04:44 GMT

Tani Cantil-Sakauye , the first Filipino-American and second woman to become Chief Justice of the California Supreme Court, announced that she will retire after her term ends on January 1, 2023.

Theranos Executive Balwani Convicted of Fraud

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 04:15:09 GMT

Sunny Balwani , the former COO of Theranos, was found guilty of twelve out of twelve counts of fraud.

Happy Independence Day!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 05 Jul 2022 04:12:50 GMT

Happy 4th of July! Have a great one!

Businesses Respond to Reversal of Roe

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sun, 26 Jun 2022 03:09:20 GMT

In response to the Supreme Court's decision to overrule Roe v. Wade, some businesses have assured employees that they would assist them if they seek abortions.

Roe v. Wade Overturned

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 25 Jun 2022 03:07:00 GMT

In a landmark opinion, the U.S. Supreme Court has overruled Roe v. Wade .

SF Small Business Week: May 2-May 6, 2022

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 22:35:25 GMT

Please come celebrate and support San Francisco's small businesses during the city's Small Business Week .

Transportation Companies Drop Mask Requirements

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 22:31:14 GMT

Airlines, ride-hailing companies, and railroad services have dropped their mask requirements for passengers after a federal judge struck down a national mask mandate.

Judge Strikes Down National Mask Mandate

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 22:29:15 GMT

A federal judge in Florida struck down a national mask mandate for airplanes, trains, and other public transport by ruling, in part, that the mandate exceeded the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's statutory authority.

History Made With Jackson SCOTUS Confirmation

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 07:47:13 GMT

The Senate confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court, making her the first Black woman to sit on the Court.

Guerrero Confirmed to California Supreme Court

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:05:31 GMT

Justice Patricia Guerrero was unanimously confirmed to the California Supreme Court, becoming the first Latina to sit on the court.

Jackson Ruled for Big Businesses

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 22 Mar 2022 05:43:55 GMT

Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's limited opinions on business matters show that she occasionally ruled in favor of corporations.

Ketanji Brown Jackson Nominated to SCOTUS

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:06:21 GMT

President Biden has nominated Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the United States Supreme Court. If confirmed, Judge Jackson will become the first African-American woman to sit on the Court.

Newsom Nominates Latina to California Supreme Court

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:11:22 GMT

Governor Newsom has nominated Justice Patricia Guerrero , a Latina judge on the California Court of Appeal, to the state's highest court.

US Supreme Court Justice Breyer to Retire

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 23:30:56 GMT

After nearly thirty years of service on the U.S. Supreme Court, Justice Stephen Breyer will retire at the end of this term.

California Indoor Mask Mandate Extended

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 23:46:34 GMT

In response to the surge of coronavirus infections caused by the Omicron variant, California extended its indoor mask mandate through at least February 15.

Theranos CEO Guilty of Fraud

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 23:37:59 GMT

In one of the most closely watched cases in Silicon Valley's history, a jury found Theranos' former CEO, Elizabeth Holmes , guilty on four counts of fraud.

Happy 2022!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 01 Jan 2022 23:35:20 GMT

Best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2022!

Happy Holidays!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:55:52 GMT

Wishing you and yours everything merry this holiday season!

Happy Thanksgiving to You and Yours!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 26 Nov 2021 00:53:35 GMT

Have a safe and fun Thanksgiving!

SF to Soften Some Mask Mandates

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 22:14:53 GMT

Next week, San Francisco will lift mask mandates affecting settings such as offices and gyms.

No Extension for COVID-19 Eviction Protections

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 16 Sep 2021 00:09:51 GMT

California's eviction protections in response to the COVID-19 pandemic are set to expire on September 30, 2021.

SF Requiring Proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination Before Entering Indoor Businesses

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:03:24 GMT

Effective August 20, 2021, San Francisco will require patrons and employees to prove that they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 before they can enter indoor businesses and venues.

Bay Area Counties Requiring Indoor Mask Use Again

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 22:19:30 GMT

Due to the highly contagious delta variant, seven Bay Area counties will require the use of masks indoors , regardless of one's vaccination status.

Bay Area Counties Recommend Indoor Masks Due to Delta Variant

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 00:05:05 GMT

Due to the COVID-19 delta variant, some Bay Area counties have recommended that individuals—regardless of vaccination status— wear masks when visiting indoor business settings.

Happy 4th of July!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 00:05:24 GMT

Have a fun and safe holiday!

Flintstone House Lawsuit Settled

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 26 Jun 2021 06:23:15 GMT

The owner of the infamous "Flintstone House" and the Town of Hillsborough have settled their dispute.

Juneteenth Now a Federal Holiday

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 21:51:40 GMT

Today President Biden signed a bill recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday. Federal employees will begin observing the holiday tomorrow.

What You Need to Know When California Fully Reopens

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 06:17:20 GMT

Expect some businesses to still require customers to wear masks after California fully reopens its economy on June 15.

San Francisco Moves to Yellow Tier

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 04 May 2021 22:52:18 GMT

On May 6, San Francisco will become the first Bay Area county to move into the "yellow" tier , California's least restrictive COVID-19 tier.

Words Matter, No Matter How Small

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 23:59:14 GMT

"At one level, today’s dispute may seem semantic, focused on a single word , a small one at that. But words are how the law constrains power."

SF Small Business Week - May 3-7, 2021

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 23:54:56 GMT

Please continue to support our resilient small business community during San Francisco Small Business Week.

Bonta Confirmed as California AG

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 27 Apr 2021 21:04:23 GMT

California state legislator Rob Bonta was confirmed as the state's new attorney general.

Biden Judicial Nominations Bring Diverse Backgrounds

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 05:09:20 GMT

President Biden's first judicial nominations would bring a wealth of diversity to the bench.

Bonta Nominated To Be California Attorney General

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 23:02:04 GMT

Governor Newsom nominated California state legislator Rob Bonta to be the state’s next attorney general.

SF, Marin, and Santa Clara Move to Orange Tier

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 22:11:10 GMT

San Francisco, Marin, and Santa Clara Counties have moved to the "Orange" tier , thereby allowing more businesses to reopen and expand their services.

Garland Confirmed as Attorney General

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 23:08:52 GMT

In a 70-30 vote, the Senate confirmed Judge Merrick Garland as U.S. Attorney General.

SF Move to Red Tier May Reopen Businesses

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:55:49 GMT

If San Francisco moves into the red tier this week, more businesses can reopen and expand their services, such as indoor dining.

California's Stay-At-Home Order Lifted

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 22:31:21 GMT

California's stay-at-home order has been lifted , thereby allowing outdoor dining to resume and customer capacity to increase in grocery stores.

President Biden Signs First Executive Orders

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:27:45 GMT

President Biden's first executive orders include reversing the "travel ban," requiring mask usage on federal property, and cementing DACA.

Big Businesses Halt Political Donations

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 22:00:57 GMT

After last week’s riot at the Capitol, some large companies have decided to review or suspend their political donations .

Business Group Wants Pence to Invoke 25th Amendment

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 07 Jan 2021 06:02:53 GMT

Due to today’s violence by pro-Trump extremists at the U.S. Capitol, a business group has asked Vice-President Pence to consider invoking the 25th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Garland Tapped for U.S. Attorney General

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 06 Jan 2021 22:06:16 GMT

President-elect Joe Biden plans to nominate Judge Merrick Garland , a former federal prosecutor and U.S. Supreme Court nominee, as the next U.S. Attorney General.

Cheers to 2021!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 19:48:04 GMT

Best wishes for happiness, health, and peace in the new year!

New Year Brings New Laws for Californians

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 31 Dec 2020 22:41:43 GMT

California businesses and residents should be aware of some new laws that shall become effective in 2021.

SCOTUS Rejects Texas Suit to Overturn Election Results

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 12 Dec 2020 23:13:38 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Texas lacked standing to bring its lawsuit to throw out election results in four states that President Trump lost in last month's election.

Season's Greetings

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 11 Dec 2020 00:07:03 GMT

Wishing you and yours happiness, health, and peace this holiday season.

Courts Limit Access and Continue Matters Due to COVID-19 Spike

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 21:56:38 GMT

California courts have issued new orders regarding jury trials, matter continuances, and courthouse access due to the recent spike in COVID-19 cases.

Happy Thanksgiving to You and Yours

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 00:09:01 GMT

Wishing you and yours a healthy and happy Thanksgiving.

Support Small Businesses Now More Than Ever

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sun, 22 Nov 2020 22:39:13 GMT

Small Business Saturday is November 28. During these trying times, please support your small business community in any way you can.

SF Postpones Indoor Dining Expansion

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 31 Oct 2020 22:42:30 GMT

Due to a recent spike in COVID-19 cases, San Francisco has postponed plans to expand indoor dining to 50% capacity.

Divided Senate Confirms Barrett to SCOTUS

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 21:13:16 GMT

A bitterly divided U.S. Senate confirmed Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court, thereby cementing a conservative majority that could last decades.

SF Moves to Yellow Tier, More Businesses to Reopen

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 05:33:59 GMT

San Francisco's move to the yellow tier means companies can welcome back some employees to their offices and more businesses can reopen.

SF Imposes Strict Regulations for Indoor Dining

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 22:24:28 GMT

San Francisco restaurants that have reopened for indoor dining must comply with a host of city regulations to help minimize coronavirus exposure to employees and customers.

Governor Nominates Martin Jenkins to California Supreme Court

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 09 Oct 2020 22:48:29 GMT

Governor Newsom nominated Martin Jenkins to the California Supreme Court, a former federal judge and civil rights attorney who would become the first openly gay man to serve on the state's highest court.

Trump Nominates Barrett to SCOTUS

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 29 Sep 2020 22:25:54 GMT

President Trump has nominated Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court.

RIP Justice Ginsburg

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 19 Sep 2020 03:38:41 GMT

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg , the most senior member of the U.S. Supreme Court's liberal wing, has died. She was 87.

Millennium Tower to Finally Undergo Repair

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 05:37:44 GMT

The Millennium Tower will finally undergo construction to correct the high-rise building's tilting and sinking.

CA Eviction Protection Bill to Offer Landlord Mortgage Relief

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Wed, 29 Jul 2020 06:06:00 GMT

A California measure originally designed to protect tenants from eviction due to the coronavirus pandemic will now include mortgage relief for landlords.

Happy Independence Day!

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Sat, 04 Jul 2020 18:27:04 GMT

Happy Independence Day! Stay safe and healthy!

Property Owner Groups Sue San Francisco

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 30 Jun 2020 18:24:25 GMT

Real property owner and landlord groups have sued the City of San Francisco over its COVID-19 Tenant Protection Ordinance.

State Senate Kills Bill Favoring Commercial Tenants

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 23 Jun 2020 04:36:30 GMT

The California State Senate declined to advance a controversial bill that would have created a statewide commercial eviction moratorium, established a twelve-month rent repayment period, and allowed tenants to renegotiate or terminate their leases due to the coronavirus pandemic.

SCOTUS Rejects Ending of DACA

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 19 Jun 2020 03:34:22 GMT

In a 5-4 decision, the United States Supreme Court rejected the Trump Administration’s decision to cancel the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Landmark Decision for LGBTQ Workers

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 16 Jun 2020 03:52:59 GMT

In a landmark decision, the United States Supreme Court ruled that Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protects LGBTQ workers from job discrimination.

SF Small Business Week - June 22-26, 2020

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 19:11:27 GMT

During these rough times, it is more important than ever to support our small business community. Please do so during San Francisco Small Business Week .

SF Supervisors Pass Ban on COVID-19-Related Evictions

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 11 Jun 2020 04:24:10 GMT

San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors passed a measure banning evictions for unpaid rent due to the coronavirus pandemic.

SF Superior Court Restores Services

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 29 May 2020 04:59:52 GMT

San Francisco County Superior Court is scheduled to restore a majority of its services on June 1.

SF Bay Area Eases Shelter-In-Place Restrictions

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Tue, 05 May 2020 18:05:51 GMT

S ix Bay Area counties have eased shelter-in-place restrictions to allow some businesses to reopen.

SF Bay Area Counties Extend Shelter-In-Place Orders

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 22:09:47 GMT

San F rancisco and other Bay Area counties have extended their shelter-in-place orders through the end of May.

San Jose Rejects Rent Waiver Proposal

Fri, 10 Apr 2020 00:57:21 GMT

San Jose’s City Council rejected a proposal to waive rent payments for tenants affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

San Jose May Waive Rent Payments

Tue, 07 Apr 2020 00:55:12 GMT

San Jose’s City Council will consider a proposal to waive three months of rent payments for tenants affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

SF Police Cite Shelter-In-Place Order Violators

Sat, 04 Apr 2020 00:50:27 GMT

Please comply with the order during this challenging time.

Shelter-In-Place Extended, With More Restrictions

Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:47:29 GMT

Several Bay Area counties have extended the shelter-in-place order to May 3, and have added more restrictions.

CARES Act Signed Into Law

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:43:36 GMT

Find out how the CARES Act can help you and your business during this health crisis.

No-Pay Eviction Moratoriums Still Raise Questions

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Thu, 26 Mar 2020 00:04:53 GMT

Some Bay Area cities and counties have enacted no-pay eviction moratoriums due to the coronavirus pandemic, but many questions remain.

California Essential Services Remain Open

Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:39:24 GMT

Essential businesses and services shall continue operating while California’s “stay at home” order is in effect.

Coronavirus Affects Court Schedules

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 00:35:59 GMT

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, please check the websites of the courts in which you have matters to determine the courts' available hours and services.

"Shelter-In-Place" Directive Issued

Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:31:57 GMT

To curb the spread of the coronavirus in the Bay Area, the "shelter in place" directive issued by San Francisco and five other counties today shall begin at 12:01 a.m. tomorrow.

New Rent Control Initiative to Hit November Ballot

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 22:17:12 GMT

A rent control initiative similar to one that voters rejected in 2018 is making its way to this November's ballot. Read more about it here .

Tenants Have More Response Time to Eviction Notices

Mon, 02 Sep 2019 07:00:00 GMT

Landlords should be aware of a new law that could provide more time for California tenants to respond to eviction notices.

Read more about it here .

Controversial Lawsuit Focuses on Eviction Due to Rent Hike

Wed, 07 Aug 2019 07:00:00 GMT

A lawsuit over a rent hike could lead to restrictions on the ability to raise rents for properties that are not subject to rent control.

Read more about it here .

Bay Area Whole Foods Stores Hit With Security Breach

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 16:37:52 GMT

Grocery company Whole Foods suffered a major security breach that may have affected your local store.

Read more about it here .

California Lawmakers Pass Bills Helping Sex Misconduct Victims

antonio@apgarcialaw.com (Antonio P. Garcia, Jr. ) — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 14:54:51 GMT

California legislators await Governor Jerry Brown’s signature on two bills that could give greater rights to sexual harassment victims.

Read more about it here .

2019 California Employment Laws

danny@enlightworks.com (Danny Crumpton) — Tue, 18 Jun 2019 06:04:00 GMT

The California Supreme Court ruled that interest rates on certain consumer loans can be judged so “unconscionable” that they are illegal under state law.

Read more about it here .

SF Small Business Week – May 6-11, 2019

danny@enlightworks.com (Danny Crumpton) — Fri, 10 May 2019 14:08:25 GMT

Come out and support San Francisco’s small business community. Read more about it here .

As IPO Approaches, Uber Settles With Drivers

Fri, 10 May 2019 06:45:07 GMT

Uber has settled with almost 60,000 drivers who challenged their employment status with the company.

Flintstones House Owner Files Countersuit

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 17:36:52 GMT

The owner of the controversial “Flintstones House” in Hillsborough is fighting back. Read more about it here .

State Committee Passes Bring Infants to Work Bill

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 17:34:51 GMT

A bill that would allow employees to bring their infant children to work is on the move in the California Legislature.

Read more about it here .

“Flintstones House” Owner Sued

Thu, 04 Apr 2019 18:54:04 GMT

Hillsborough, an affluent town near San Francisco, sued the owner of an attention-grabbing property because her neighbors consider it a public nuisance.

Read more about it here .

Judge Dismisses Case Challenging Dynamex Decision

Tue, 02 Apr 2019 17:38:51 GMT

A federal judge dismissed a trucking association’s lawsuit challenging the California Supreme Court’s Dynamex decision.

Read more about it here .

CA Data Privacy Law May Expand

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 18:45:49 GMT

California’s Attorney General wants to broaden the state’s data privacy law—already the most expansive one in the nation.

Read more about it here .

Dynamex’s Repercussions

Tue, 26 Feb 2019 18:48:20 GMT

The California Supreme Court’s landmark Dynamex decision has brought serious repercussions to employers and workers in all types of industries.

Read more about it here .

SF Law Protecting Teachers From School-Year Evictions Upheld

Wed, 20 Feb 2019 08:00:00 GMT

The California Court of Appeal upheld a San Francisco law that made it more difficult to evict teachers during the school year.

Read more about it here .

Landlords Under Attack for “Renovictions”

Thu, 14 Feb 2019 19:10:16 GMT

Lawsuits have been brought against San Francisco landlords for allegedly “renovicting” their tenants.

Read more about it here .

Owning In-Law Unit Could Bring Problems

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 19:11:33 GMT

In-law units can bring a host of legal problems to those who own them.

Read more about it here .

Federal Court Blocks S.F. Health Warnings on Sodas Law

Tue, 05 Feb 2019 19:20:56 GMT

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that San Francisco’s ordinance requiring health warnings on sugary-beverage ads violates constitutionally-protected commercial speech.

Read more about it here .

PG&E Files Bankruptcy

Wed, 30 Jan 2019 19:26:05 GMT

Faced with billions of dollars in potential liabilities for its alleged role in California’s recent wildfire, Pacific Gas & Electric Co. filed for bankruptcy protection today.

Read more about it here .

SF Homeowner Appeals Planning Commission Order

Wed, 16 Jan 2019 19:28:29 GMT

A property owner has appealed a San Francisco Planning Commission order requiring him to rebuild an exact replica of a historical home that he demolished.

Read more about it here .

New Year Brings New California Laws

Tue, 01 Jan 2019 19:50:51 GMT

Some new California laws became effective today. Find out which ones could affect you or your business.

Homeowner Must Build Replica of Landmark House

Sat, 29 Dec 2018 19:57:11 GMT

Think twice before tearing down your historic home. Read more about it here .

More 2019 California Employment Laws

Thu, 13 Dec 2018 19:59:53 GMT

California will have some new employment laws take effect in 2019. Employers will need to update their workplace policies accordingly.

Read more about it here .

SF Sues Couple for Illegally Obtaining Apartment

Tue, 11 Dec 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The City of San Francisco filed a lawsuit against a couple who fraudulently obtained an affordable housing unit to make a profit.

Read more about it here .

Small Business Saturday - November 24

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Come out and support the small business community on November 24.

Read more about it here .

Ninth Circuit Upholds DACA Injunction

Tue, 13 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a preliminary injunction preventing the Trump Administration from immediately terminating DACA.

Read more about it here .

Costa-Hawkins Survives

Wed, 07 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act remains on the books after California voters rejected Proposition 10, a measure to repeal the controversial law.

Read more about it here .

SF Fines Short-Term Rental Hotel Owners

Tue, 06 Nov 2018 08:00:00 GMT

A San Francisco couple was fined for running an illicit short-term rental hotel chain in the city.

Read more about it here .

Kavanaugh Confirmed to Supreme Court

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT

After a brutal confirmation fight that divided the nation, the U.S. Senate confirmed Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Read more about it here .

SCOTUS Declines Review of Martins Beach Case

Tue, 02 Oct 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a high-profile case involving a billionaire who blocked public access to a popular Bay Area beach.

Read more about it here .

California Legalizes Homemade Food Sales

Sun, 23 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT

You can now run a small business from your home kitchen.

Read more about it here .

Lawsuit Claims Uber Labor Practices Harm Competition

Wed, 12 Sep 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A ridesharing company has sued Uber claiming that Uber enjoys an unfair competitive advantage when it misclassifies its drivers as independent contractors.

Read more about it here .

Pop-Up Restaurant Closures Could Affect Other Similar Businesses

Tue, 28 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Alameda County’s moves to shut down pop-up restaurants could have larger implications for businesses with similar operations in the county.

Read more about it here .

Worker Cannot Resolve Workers’ Comp Doctor in Court

Sat, 25 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The California Supreme Court ruled that a worker must go through the state’s workers’ compensation system to resolve a medical malpractice claim against a physician who was appointed to decide his medical treatment.

Read more about it here .

SF Court Reduces Clerk Office Hours

Fri, 24 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

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Effective October 22, 2018, all San Francisco Superior Court Clerks’ offices will be closing early.

Read more about it here .

Employers Offer Pet-Friendly Benefits to Keep Employees Happy

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A growing trend among employers: offering “pawternity” leave and other pet-friendly benefits.

Read more about it here .

CA Supreme Court: Unconscionable Loan Interest Violates State Law

Thu, 16 Aug 2018 16:36:35 GMT

The California Supreme Court ruled that interest rates on certain consumer loans can be judged so “unconscionable” that they are illegal under state law.

Read more about it here .

Privacy Law Could Hurt Small Businesses

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 16:39:56 GMT

Complying with California’s new privacy law could be a heavy burden for small businesses.

Read more about it here .

Restaurant Sparks Uproar for Enforcing “Aloha Poke” Trademark

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 16:43:07 GMT

Aloha Poke Co. has received harsh criticism for enforcing its trademarked name against Hawaiian restaurants.

Read more about it here .

Starbucks, California Employers Must Pay Off-The-Clock Time

Fri, 27 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The California Supreme Court ruled that Starbucks and other employers in California must pay their workers for time spent on off-the-clock tasks.

Read more about it here .

Action Taken to Eliminate Joint Employer Doctrine

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Congressional legislators are taking steps to eliminate the “joint employer” doctrine.

Read more about it here .

Small Businesses Support Supreme Court Pick

Sun, 15 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Most small business advocacy groups support the President’s nominee to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Read more about it here .

San Francisco Could Restrict Rent Increases

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A proposed San Francisco ordinance could restrict landlords’ rights to increase rents for single-family homes and condominiums.

Read more about it here .

Judge Kavanaugh Nominated to Supreme Court

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

President Trump has nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court.

Read more about it here .

Have a Great Fourth of July!

Wed, 04 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Yelp Prevails at California Supreme Court

Tue, 03 Jul 2018 07:00:00 GMT

In a closely watched case, the California Supreme Court ruled that Yelp cannot be ordered to remove negative reviews of a business from its website.

Read more about it here .

California Enacts Landmark Privacy Law

Fri, 29 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

California has enacted the most comprehensive consumer privacy law in the country.

Justice Kennedy Announces Retirement

Wed, 27 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring from the U.S. Supreme Court.

Read more about it here .

Supreme Court Sides With President on Travel Ban

Tue, 26 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

In a 5-4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the Trump Administration’s travel ban.

Read more about it here .

Internet Retailers Must Collect State Sales Tax

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that online retailers must collect a state’s sales tax even if they do not have a physical presence in that state.

Read more about it here .

Anti-Gouging Restrictions Extend Through 12/4/18

Sun, 17 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

A reminder that Governor Brown extended California’s price-gouging restrictions through December 4, 2018.

Read more about it here .

Supreme Court Rules for Baker in Same-Sex Wedding Cake Case

Wed, 06 Jun 2018 07:00:00 GMT

In a narrow decision, the United States Supreme Court sided with a small business that refused to make a wedding cake for a same-sex couple.

Read more about it here .

CA Bill Limits Immigration Status Disclosure in Court

Sat, 12 May 2018 06:38:11 GMT

California legislators passed a bill that limits the disclosure of a person’s immigration status in open court.

Read more about it here .

US Supreme Court Hears Travel Ban Case

Wed, 25 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT

Today the U.S. Supreme Court heard argument on whether the Trump Administration’s third “travel ban” is constitutional.

Read more about it here .

Court of Appeal: SF Landlords Must Accept Section 8 Vouchers

Wed, 18 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT

San Francisco landlords must accept Section 8 vouchers—for now.

Read more about it here .

Facebook Withdraws Support Opposing Privacy Measure

Thu, 12 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT

The social media giant will no longer fund an effort to defeat a proposed California privacy ballot measure.

Read more about it here .

Review Your Employment Policies!

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 07:00:00 GMT

California employers should have their workplace policies and procedures reviewed to make sure they comply with the state’s everchanging employment laws.

Read more about it here .

Proposed Law Limits Certain Pass-Throughs to Tenants

Thu, 22 Mar 2018 07:00:00 GMT

San Francisco legislators are sponsoring a law that would prevent landlords from passing certain costs to rent-controlled tenants.

Read more about it here .

CA Supreme Court Adopts Formula for Overtime Pay With Bonus

Wed, 07 Mar 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The California Supreme Court ruled on how to calculate an employee’s overtime pay when flat sum bonuses are involved, a ruling that could prove very costly for employers.

Read more about it here .

Supreme Court Rejects Speedy DACA Appeal

Tue, 27 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court declined to expedite the appeal of a lower-court ruling that prevented the Trump Administration from ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Read more about it here .

US Supreme Court Could Hear Martins Beach Case

Fri, 23 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court could hear a dispute over whether a private landowner may block public access to a popular beach in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Read more about it here .

Guidelines Issued for Handling Immigration Enforcement Visits

Wed, 14 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

California’s Labor Commissioner and Attorney General have provided guidelines on how businesses may comply with the state’s new law regarding enforcement visits by federal immigration authorities.

Read more about it here . The joint guidance issued by the Labor Commissioner and the Attorney General can be found here .

GrubHub Driver Was Independent Contractor

Tue, 13 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

A federal judge ruled that a driver of online and mobile food-ordering company GrubHub, Inc. was an independent contractor, not an employee.

Read more about it here .

SF Sues State Over Rideshare Business Licenses

Mon, 05 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

San Francisco is suing California over a state law that exempts rideshare drivers from complying with local business registration requirements.

Read more about it here .

Appellate Court “Swipes Left” and Rules Against Tinder

Thu, 01 Feb 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The California Court of Appeal ruled that dating app company Tinder, Inc. discriminated against older users by charging them more for one of its services.

Read more about it here. A copy of the court’s opinion may be found here .

County to Sue PG&E Over Wildfires

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Sonoma County will become the first government entity to sue Pacific Gas & Electric Company for its alleged role in the Northern California wildfires.

Read more about it here .

New State Law Limits Cooperation With ICE

Thu, 25 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

California employers should be aware of a new state law that changes how they must handle enforcement visits by federal immigration authorities.

Read more about it here .

Assembly Committee Rejects Bill to Repeal Costa-Hawkins

Wed, 17 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The bill to repeal California’s Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act failed to pass in a state committee.

Read more about it here .

Governor Wants More Funding for Courts

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

California Governor Jerry Brown’s proposed budget included $150 million for the state courts—a much-needed boost to the current system.

Read more about it here .

DACA Continues—For Now

Thu, 11 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

A federal judge ordered the Trump Administration to maintain the DACA program while a legal challenge to the decision to remove it goes forward.

Costa-Hawkins Among Major Housing Issues for 2018

Fri, 05 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Among the major housing issues that Californians will consider this year is whether to repeal the Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act.

Read more about it here .

Recreational Pot Leads to Workplace Challenges

Thu, 04 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

Because California is a “recreational marijuana state” now, businesses face new workplace challenges regarding their employees and marijuana use.

Read more about it here .

Federal Courts to Examine Sexual Misconduct Policies

Tue, 02 Jan 2018 08:00:00 GMT

The federal judiciary will reevaluate its procedures to investigate and correct inappropriate workplace behavior to make sure they are adequate to protect court employees from sexual harassment.

Read more about it here .

New California Employment Laws Take Effect January 1

Sat, 30 Dec 2017 08:00:00 GMT

California employers should update their employment rules and policies accordingly.

Read more about it here .

2018 Brings New California Laws

danny@enlightworks.com (Danny Crumpton) — Thu, 28 Dec 2017 06:58:47 GMT

Ring in the new year with some new California laws.

Read more about it here .

Judge Hears Argument in DACA Lawsuits

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 08:00:00 GMT

A federal judge in San Francisco heard argument in lawsuits that were filed to prevent the Trump Administration from ending the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Read more about it here .

Supreme Court Orders Enforcement of Third Trump Travel Ban

Mon, 04 Dec 2017 08:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Supreme Court issued an order allowing the Trump Administration to fully enforce the third version of its travel ban.

SF Supervisors Reverse Tax Sale of Private Street

Wed, 29 Nov 2017 08:00:00 GMT

San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors voted to rescind the sale of an exclusive street that a couple purchased through a tax auction. The couple intends to sue the city.

Read more about it here .

California Businesses Want DACA Legislation Passed

Fri, 24 Nov 2017 07:40:54 GMT

California business leaders are urging Congress to salvage the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program to prevent a significant loss of talented employees.

Read more about it here .

Small Business Saturday - November 25, 2017

Tue, 21 Nov 2017 08:00:00 GMT

Support and celebrate small businesses on November 25. Read more about it here .

Hackers’ Latest Target: Small Real Estate Businesses

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 16:45:49 GMT

Small real estate businesses and their clients are the latest victims of cyberhackers and their scams.

Read more about it here .

US Senate Reviews Legal Reform Bills

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 08:00:00 GMT

The U.S. Senate is considering several legal reform bills to curtail frivolous lawsuits and revise class action litigation rules.

Read more about it here .

PG&E Sued for Allegedly Causing Fires

Thu, 09 Nov 2017 08:00:00 GMT

California utility company Pacific Gas & Electric Company faces numerous lawsuits for allegedly causing the recent Northern California fires.

Read more about it here .

Proposed Rent Control Initiative Filed

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Tenant advocacy groups filed a proposed ballot initiative to repeal California’s Costa-Hawkins Rental Housing Act.

Read more about it here .

Hawaii Judge Halts Travel Ban

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 07:00:00 GMT

A federal judge in Hawaii blocked enforcement of the Trump Administration’s latest version of its travel ban.

Read more about it here .

Don’t Ask About Salary History

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 07:00:00 GMT

A new law prohibits California employers from asking about a job applicant’s salary history.

Read more about it here .

California Expands Parental Leave Law

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Governor Jerry Brown has signed a measure that expands California’s parental leave law to cover businesses with 20 or more employees. The new law takes effect January 1, 2018.

Read more about it here .

Court Strikes Down Latest Ellis Act Ordinance in San Francisco

Sat, 07 Oct 2017 14:54:12 GMT

San Francisco property owners scored a victory in their fight against the city’s latest ordinance regarding tenant relocation payments under California’s Ellis Act.

East Bay City Passes Tenant Relocation Assistance Law

Thu, 05 Oct 2017 07:00:00 GMT

The City of San Leandro enacted an ordinance that may cause residential landlords to think twice about raising rents.

Read more about it here .

SF Sues Equifax

Sun, 24 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

San Francisco is the first city to sue Equifax over its massive data breach. Read more about the lawsuit here .

Small Business Class Action Filed Against Equifax

Sun, 24 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Small businesses are suing Equifax over its data breach. Read more about it here .

Ninth Circuit Blocks San Francisco Soda Warning Law

Fri, 22 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals blocked the enforcement of San Francisco’s ordinance requiring health warnings on soda advertisements.

Read more about it here .

California May Expand Parental Leave Law

Sat, 16 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

California may expand its parental leave law to cover businesses with 20 or more employees.

Read more about it here .

California Sues Trump Administration Over DACA

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

California has sued the Trump Administration for its decision to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program.

Equifax Suffers Massive Data Breach

Thu, 07 Sep 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Equifax announced it suffered a data breach that may have compromised nearly half of the U.S. population’s private information.

Read more about it here .

SF Sues Condo Owner for Violating Affordable Housing Rules

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 07:00:00 GMT

The City of San Francisco has sued a real estate agent who purchased a below-market rate condominium unit pursuant to the city’s affordable housing program. The individual allegedly broke the program’s rules by renting out the unit at above-market rates and trying to sell it in the open market.

Read more about it here .

Billionaire Must Allow Public Access to Martins Beach

Sat, 12 Aug 2017 06:36:20 GMT

The California Court of Appeal ruled against a billionaire who blocked public access to a popular Bay Area beach.

Read more about it here .

Couple Purchases Exclusive SF Street

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 07:00:00 GMT

In 2015, a Silicon Valley couple was able to purchase the street of Presidio Terrace, an exclusive neighborhood in San Francisco, due to the neighborhood homeowners association’s failure to pay taxes for over 30 years.

Read more about it here .

Choose Your Words Carefully

Tue, 08 Aug 2017 07:00:00 GMT

A jury awarded $1 million to a photographer who sued a couple for malicious defamation after the couple made a disagreement over wedding photos very public.

Read more about it here .

Next Appointment Consequential to California Supreme Court’s Future

Mon, 31 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

The next appointment to the California Supreme Court could shift the direction of the court’s decisions for years to come.

Read more about it here .

Your Business is Failing. Should You File for Bankruptcy?

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

If you are considering filing for bankruptcy for your business, you should first consult with an experienced bankruptcy attorney to help you evaluate your options.

Read more about it here .

Law May Reduce California Trucker Rest Breaks

Thu, 27 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

A proposed federal law could reduce the number of rest breaks for California truck drivers.

Read more about it here .

City of Milpitas Increases Minimum Wage

Sat, 22 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Milpitas joined other Bay Area cities in raising the minimum wage. Read more about it here .

San Francisco Creates Office of Cannabis

Thu, 20 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

An “Office of Cannabis” has been created to handle matters related to marijuana businesses in San Francisco.

Read more about it here .

Joint Employer Doctrine Hurting Small Businesses

Sat, 15 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Small businesses claim the “joint employer” doctrine undermines their ability to succeed, and they want Congress to do something about it.

Read more about it here .

SF Superior to Cut Services

Wed, 05 Jul 2017 07:00:00 GMT

Big changes are coming to the San Francisco Superior Court’s operations due to state budget cuts.

Read more about it here .

Lyft Settles With Drivers but Keeps Business Model

Fri, 27 Jan 2017 17:13:32 GMT

Lyft has agreed to pay $12.25 million to settle a class action lawsuit brought by some of its drivers over their independent contractor status and their expenses. The settlement, however, will not require the company to reclassify them as employees.

Read more about it here .

Home Depot Settles 2014 Data Breach Lawsuits

Tue, 08 Mar 2016 17:26:25 GMT

The Home Depot has agreed to pay at least $19.5 million to consumers affected by a massive data breach in 2014.

Read more about it here .

It Is the Best Time to Become a Small Business Owner

Thu, 25 Feb 2016 17:23:14 GMT

Bay Area business owners are confident and optimistic. Read more about it here .

Old Law at Issue in iPhone Dispute Between Apple and Government

Tue, 23 Feb 2016 17:21:42 GMT

Whether or not Apple will be required to unlock Syed Farook’s iPhone will largely depend upon the interpretation of a law that is as old as the U.S. Constitution.

Read more about it here .

The Effects of Scalia’s Passing on American Business

Thu, 18 Feb 2016 17:19:37 GMT

Justice Scalia’s passing has immediate consequences for U.S. businesses. Read more about it here.

U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia, 1936-2016

Sun, 14 Feb 2016 17:17:35 GMT

On February 13, 2016, Associate Justice Antonin Scalia of the United States Supreme Court passed away. He was the leading conservative voice on the Court. He was 79 years old.

Read more about it here .

Service Advisors” Entitled to Overtime?

Mon, 25 Jan 2016 17:11:36 GMT

The United States Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case to determine whether auto dealership “service advisors” are exempt from the overtime requirements of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Read more about it here .

Affordable Care Act Is Safe—For Now

Tue, 19 Jan 2016 17:08:51 GMT

The United States Supreme Court rejected another constitutional attack upon the Affordable Care Act. This time, opponents to the Act argued it violated the constitutional requirement that revenue-raising legislation begin in the House of Representatives before proceeding to the Senate.

Read more about it here .

Lawsuit Has Delayed Opening of Warriors’ New Stadium

Tue, 19 Jan 2016 17:06:10 GMT

Due to a recently-filed lawsuit challenging the team’s plan to build a new stadium in San Francisco, the Golden State Warriors have pushed back the stadium’s opening to 2019.

Read more about it here .

Happy New Year!

Fri, 01 Jan 2016 17:02:45 GMT

Best wishes for a happy, healthy, and successful 2016!

No Business is Too Small for Hackers

Wed, 02 Dec 2015 16:57:31 GMT

Like larger companies, small businesses must protect themselves from cybersecurity threats.

Read more about it here .

Happy Thanksgiving from the Law Office of Antonio P. Garcia, Jr.

Thu, 26 Nov 2015 16:55:02 GMT

Best wishes for a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

Support Small Businesses on November 28

Wed, 25 Nov 2015 16:51:04 GMT

Remember to support small businesses on Small Business Saturday. Read more about it here .

Read This Before Purchasing Legal Documents Online

Tue, 24 Nov 2015 16:48:46 GMT

Should you purchase legal documents online? Or should you hire a lawyer to evaluate the legal issues and draft the appropriate documents for your particular matter? An interesting article addresses this common dilemma.

San Francisco Voters Reject Prop F

Sun, 15 Nov 2015 16:44:07 GMT

Proposition F—the controversial ballot measure providing for stronger restrictions on short-term rental services in San Francisco—was defeated.

Read more about it here .

Amazon Delivery Drivers Sue for Wage Violations

Tue, 03 Nov 2015 16:41:40 GMT

Amazon has joined the group of companies being sued for wage violations due to improperly classifying workers as independent contractors.

Read more about it here .

New Amendments to California’s Data Breach Notification Statute

Mon, 02 Nov 2015 16:39:43 GMT

California Governor Jerry Brown recently approved bills amending the state’s data breach notification law. These changes will affect any organization that stores the personal information of California residents.

The amendments to the law shall take effect on January 1, 2016.

Read more about it here .

Another Constitutional Challenge to the Affordable Care Act

Mon, 26 Oct 2015 15:35:04 GMT

A new appeal has been filed challenging the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act. This time opponents to the law contend it violates the Constitution’s Origination Clause, a provision requiring tax-raising bills to originate in the U.S. House of Representatives. Opponents argue that the Affordable Care Act actually is a revenue-raising bill that had originated in the U.S. Senate.

Read more about it here .

State Supreme Court to Review Public Records Case

Fri, 16 Oct 2015 15:03:13 GMT

The California Supreme Court will review a case to determine whether a government entity did not waive its attorney-client privilege when it inadvertently revealed attorney-client communications in response to a Public Records Act request.

Read more about it here .