Checking for Marijuana DUI
Checking for Marijuana DUI When being pulled over for a Marijuana “DUI”, there are no established tells of impairment as there are with an alcohol DUI. If you get pulled over for a “Marijuana DUI”…
Real Estate Withholding Credit for Pass-Through Entities
Real Estate Withholding Credit for Pass-Through Entities According to the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) Business entities that pass through any income, credits or deductions to an owner additionally have to pass the real estate…
Counterfeit Merchandise
Counterfeit Merchandise In a capitalist society, material goods are highly coveted. Some are more valuable than others, including designer goods like watches, bags, and other fashion accessories. Some may not have access to designer items,…
Why is Insider Trading Illegal?
Why is Insider Trading Illegal? The US Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC) defines an “Insider” of a company as any officer, director, or employee with significant knowledge that is confidential. So when an Insider…
Methods to Avoid Fraud in Small Business
Methods to Avoid Fraud in Small Business We are all aware of the dangers of being a victim of fraud. Even moreso, a small business may suffer insurmountable damage from someone committing fraud within their…
Limitations of Alcohol Sales in CA
Limitations of Alcohol Sales in CA For consumers it is fairly cut and dry when you can purchase alcohol, when you are at least the age of 21. But the rules may not be so…
Petty Theft and Grand Theft
Petty Theft and Grand Theft Theft is defined as the unlawful taking of somebody else’s property without their permission. In California, theft is divided into two degrees based on the value of the stolen property,…
Administrative Dissolution of Corporations in CA
Administrative Dissolution of Corporations in California Beginning in 2019, California corporations may be administratively dissolved by the Franchise Tax Board (“FTB”) if the FTB has suspended the corporation’s corporate powers for 60 consecutive months. Before…
Protecting Your Rights in Pre-File Investigations
Protecting Your Rights in Pre-File Investigations A pre-file investigation is when a criminal defense attorney represents a client before formal charges are filed by the prosecutor. The goal of a pre-file is the prevention of criminal…