California Civil Code sheds light on how and when a tree can legally be removed or trimmed. While the law has not changed significantly since 1872, the California courts’ interpretation of the law has evolved. In 2016,
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June 1, 2019
Love Thy Neighbor’s Tree: How and When a Tree can Legally be Removed or Trimmed
May 13, 2019
Frivolous, Unreasonable or Groundless: New Changes to Employer Statutory Offers to Compromise
In late 2018, Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 1300 which included an amendment to the Fair Employment and Housing Act (“FEHA”). This amendment limited the use of Code of Civil Procedure Section 998 offers
May 8, 2019
A Tenant’s Baggage: What to Do with Personal Property Left Behind
One common occurrence for both commercial and residential landlords is the disposal of personal property left behind after a tenant vacates. Commercial Property Effective January 1, 2019, assembly bill 2173 came into law...
April 17, 2019
Employees vs. Independent Contractors: Battle Continues Over Classification in California
Lawsuits against companies accused of misclassifying workers as independent contractors are on the rise in the wake of last year’s landmark California Supreme Court decision, Dynamex v. Superior Court, which announced a
January 31, 2019
Walsworth Publishes 2019 Asbestos Litigation Update
Walsworth is pleased to publish its January 2019 Asbestos Litigation Update. This update provides insight into significant asbestos cases and trends affecting the market over the past year. Click here to read the full...