A recent decision by a U.S. District Court has brought significant developments regarding the reporting obligations under the new Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which we discussed in our February 15 update. In the March 1 case of National Small Business United v. Yellen, the court ruled that the beneficial ownership reporting mandate, as enforced by […]
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW With the onset of the new year, a new federal law went into effect that likely affects you and your business. The U.S. Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which came into effect on January 1, 2024, introduces a requirement for countless companies to furnish reports to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network
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In 2023, the California legislature enacted a new law aimed at safeguarding employees from unenforceable non-compete agreements and fostering fair competition among employers. This legislation, codified under Section 16600.1 of the California Business & Professions Code, imposes obligations on employers regarding the use of non-compete clauses. Under Section 16600.1, employers are mandated to provide written
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In the dynamic world of art and technology, AI-generated art stands at a crossroads. It’s not just a new genre of creativity; it’s a discussion starter, sparking conversations from Silicon Valley to art galleries. This piece explores the ethical, philosophical and legal dimensions of AI art, aiming to engage both the legally inclined and those
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As the Founder and Managing Partner of Encore Law Group, I am filled with pride and gratitude today to mark the 12-year anniversary of our law firm, a journey that would not have been possible without your trust and support. Over the past 12 years, Encore Law Group has been dedicated to providing stellar legal
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Citing the crisis raised by COVID-19, on May 5, 2020, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) eased some of the requirements of Regulation Crowdfunding (CF), which allows small issuers to raise investment funds of up to $1.07 million as further described below. The changes relate to the timing of when the offering can happen and
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Encore Law corporate law partner, Ara Babaian, has been named a Super Lawyer for the sixth year in a row (2015-2020), and Muhammed Hussain, a litigation partner in the firm, has been named a Rising Star for his second consecutive year. “It’s a great honor to be recognized for our work and our commitment to
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The world has entered a phase with no known precedent, dealing with a worldwide pandemic, where people who provide non-essential services are required to work from home. In addition to the threat of contracting COVID-19, there is understandable uncertainty about what rules employers must follow and how they should follow them in these times. In
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These are very challenging times and even more challenging for those who are in the midst of a divorce, a custody dispute, a support dispute or property order, or in need of a restraining order, or a combination of any one of those issues. Â Â A divorce is one of the most emotionally devasting times in
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As we welcome the new year, we also usher in the changes to California’s consumer protection laws and employment laws that are now as traditional as making a new years’ resolution you are never going to keep. CHANGES IN CONSUMER PROTECTION LAW California continues giving consumers ever greater protections, especially in the realms of online
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