Business Law eNews

Soyeun Choi Welcome to August! It is time to savor the last long days of summer to finish off goals and then turn our attention to focus on the upcoming autumn season, entering the last quarter of the year. I hope all of your running/reading/walking/writing/cycling/ metrics were met! The 2021 year may be winding down but BLS leadership prepares for the beginning of California Lawyers Association’s (CLA) new term at the end of September. BLS is very fortunate to welcome… Read more

Covid-19 treatment progresses further, as eligibility for vaccinations broadens: After April 1, 2021 for citizens over the age of 50 and after April 15, 2021 for those over the age of 16. Read more

Courtesy of CEB, we are bringing you selected legal developments in areas of California business law that are covered by CEB’s publications. This month’s feature is from the March 2021 update to Understanding Fiduciary Duties in Business Entities. References are to the book’s section numbers. The most significant legal developments since the last update include developments in such important topic areas as fiduciary duties in for-profit corporations, fiduciary duties in family businesses, breach of fiduciary duty litigation, and D & O insurance. Read more

The BLS is comprised of 15 Standing Committees, including the BLN Editorial Board, whose members review and propose legislation, draft and edit eBulletins, BLN articles, and practice guides, and speak at live and webinar programs. Read more

Courtesy of CEB, we are bringing you selected legal developments in areas of California business law that are covered by CEB’s publications.  This month’s feature is from the November 2020 update to Trade Secrets Practice in California.  References are to the book’s section numbers.  The most significant legal developments since the last update include developments in such important topic areas as trade secrets protection during the pandemic, workplace issues, trade secrets misappropriation, and ownership and disclosure issues.  Read more

The Franchise Law Committee presents the following case update. In 2018, the California Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in the matter of Dynamex Operations West, Inc. v. Superior Court of Los Angeles. The court rejected a previous test for determining whether workers should be classified as either employees or independent contractors. Read more

Business Law Section (BLS) members and friends, present and future: Welcome to March and please enjoy a moment of gratitude, as we have completed one year managing the Covid-19 pandemic. This past year challenged every aspect of our lives and narrowed our priorities to the basics: good health and wellness. In that context, BLS was especially grateful for our members’ continued engagement, to offer and receive support, to exchange ideas, to build community . . . and for providing inspiration, humor and some tasty cocktail recipes along the way. Read more

Business Law Section (BLS) members and friends, Happy New Year and welcome to 2021! Throughout the challenges of the past year, meeting with BLS members has always been a pleasure. This dynamic group of professionals keeps moving ahead of the curve and returns with guidance. With this constant vigilance, it is not a coincidence that BLS initiatives and programs address the major issues of the day. The following list is not exhaustive so, to learn more, please contact the BLS Standing Committee leadership. Read more

California Lawyers Association (“CLA”) all in-person activities were suspended. The Business Law Section (“BLS”) has since operated remotely, with Standing Committees adapting to new operational protocol to continue to provide for constituents. Read more

As the calendar advances another month, the Business Law Section (BLS) standing committees and Business Law News continue to produce updates, events and networking opportunities. Whether as a new or seasoned professional, engagement with a standing committee benefits your practice by honing legal knowledge, improving management skills and expanding networks. These opportunities are made available by talented, patient colleagues who have contributed substantial time and expertise to the betterment of the legal profession. Read more