Category: Business Law

Equity is a core value at the Port of Oakland. To ensure that tenants, contractors, and members of the public are always treated with fairness and respect, the Port’s actions must be guided by this principle, whether operating as a market participant or fulfilling...

The foundation of good governance is transparency, which guarantees that the general public has access to the data required to hold public authorities responsible. Transparency at the Port of Oakland is upheld by a number of post-Watergate rules intended to ensure public participation and...

For government organizations to maintain confidence, equity, and efficient use of public funds, ethical behavior is essential. It is not only a recommended practice but also a fundamental obligation to uphold strong ethical standards at the Port of Oakland, where duties include overseeing vital...

If you are operating a business under a trade name in the state of California, you should know what the business law requirements are for your Fictitious Business Name (FBN) – or DBA (Doing Business As). According to California Business & Professions Code §17920,...

By: Serge Filatov & Jack W. Easterbrook, Esq. An accountancy corporation must have at least one shareholder with an active California CPA/PA license. Generally, each director, shareholder, and officer must hold a valid license to practice public accountancy, but non-licensees may be shareholders or...
By: Serge Filatov & Jack W. Easterbrook, Esq. Accountancy corporations must renew their licenses every two years to retain practice rights and good standing in California. The CBA will mail renewal forms with instructions approximately two months before the license expiration date. Failure to...