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Technological advancements in the form of artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision-making tools are quickly changing the workforce. However, starting October 1, 2025, California employers will have an added layer of legal responsibility: the Civil Rights Department regulations in the state regarding the use...
When starting a business, there are few assets more precious than your intellectual property (IP). Your IP may include your inventions, patents, copyrights, original processes and formulas, customer lists, or proprietary information; trade secrets that are often the backbone of your business’s competitive advantage....
As part of your year-end planning, it’s important to stay current on tax-related updates that impact your operations. On that note, the IRS recently released Notice 2025-5, announcing adjustments to the standard mileage rates that are relevant for businesses and individuals alike. 2025 IRS...
By: Leiann Laiks. Esq. California State Senator Jerry McNerney (D–Pleasanton) has introduced SB 7, also known as the “No Robo Bosses Act“, was designed to ensure that artificial intelligence doesn’t replace human judgment in critical workplace decisions. The bill seeks to rein in the...
By: Leiann Laiks, Esq. Non-discretionary bonuses play a significant role in employee compensation in California. Here’s what businesses need to know about these bonuses: Definition and Criteria: Promise and Commitment: A bonus is considered non-discretionary if the employer has already committed to it and...