Port of Los Angeles Settles Clean Water Act Lawsuit with Environment California

Port of Los Angeles Settles Clean Water Act Lawsuit with Environment California

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Environmental Compliance Achieved Through Legal Action In April 2025, the Port of Los Angeles reached a significant settlement with Environment California, resolving allegations of over 2,000 violations of the federal Clean Water Act. The environmental advocacy group had accused the…
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Understanding Hit and Run Laws in Los Angeles

Understanding Hit and Run Laws in Los Angeles

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A hit and run is more than just fleeing the scene of an accident—it’s a serious criminal offense under California law. Whether you’re a driver, pedestrian, or cyclist, understanding the legal consequences and your rights is essential, especially in a…
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Pepperdine University Sues Netflix Over Trademark Use in ‘Running Point’

Pepperdine University Sues Netflix Over Trademark Use in ‘Running Point’

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Lawsuit Alleges Trademark Infringement and Brand Misrepresentation in New Sports Comedy Series LOS ANGELES, CA – May 2025 — Pepperdine University has filed a federal trademark infringement lawsuit against Netflix and Warner Bros. Television over the streaming release of Running…
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What You Need to Know About CC&Rs in Los Angeles

What You Need to Know About CC&Rs in Los Angeles

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If you own or are planning to buy property in a Los Angeles homeowners’ association (HOA), you’ve likely encountered the term “CC&Rs.” These Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions govern what you can and cannot do with your property. Understanding them is…
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Motown Icon Smokey Robinson Sued for $50 Million Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct by Former Housekeepers

Motown Icon Smokey Robinson Sued for $50 Million Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct by Former Housekeepers

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In May 2025, four former housekeepers filed a civil lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court against Motown legend Smokey Robinson, alleging multiple instances of sexual assault, battery, and labor violations spanning from 2007 to 2024. The plaintiffs, identified as Jane…
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Overtime Rules for Nonexempt Salaried Employees in California

Overtime Rules for Nonexempt Salaried Employees in California

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Many employees assume that being salaried means they are not entitled to overtime pay. However, in California, nonexempt salaried employees are eligible for overtime pay if they work more than 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week. Employers…
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Understanding Furloughs: Definition and Employee Rights in California

Understanding Furloughs: Definition and Employee Rights in California

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A furlough is a temporary leave of absence imposed by an employer, often due to financial constraints, economic downturns, or emergency situations. Unlike layoffs, furloughed employees remain employed but are not actively working or receiving pay. In California, furloughs must…
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Understanding the Awarding of Attorney’s Fees in California

Understanding the Awarding of Attorney’s Fees in California

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Legal disputes can be expensive, and one of the biggest concerns for individuals and businesses involved in lawsuits is who pays for attorney’s fees. In California, attorney’s fees are generally paid by each party unless there is a contractual, statutory,…
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Los Angeles Utility Faces Civil Litigation Over Palisades Wildfire: Federal Judges Join Lawsuit

Los Angeles Utility Faces Civil Litigation Over Palisades Wildfire: Federal Judges Join Lawsuit

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Utility Negligence Alleged in Widespread Damage from January Blaze Los Angeles is once again under legal scrutiny as civil litigation intensifies over the destructive wildfire that swept through the Pacific Palisades in January 2025. Two federal judges, U.S. District Judge…
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Essential Tips for Protecting Trade Secrets in California

Essential Tips for Protecting Trade Secrets in California

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Trade secrets are valuable business assets that give companies a competitive advantage. Whether it’s a proprietary formula, customer list, marketing strategy, or manufacturing process, protecting confidential information is crucial. In California, the Uniform Trade Secrets Act (CUTSA) provides legal protection…
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