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On May 5, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) issued a 279-page proposed rule that would allow eligible domestic reporting companies to replace quarterly Form 10-Q filings with a single semiannual report on new Form 10-S (Release No. 33-11414; the “Proposing Release”). If adopted, the proposed Form 10-S election would allow domestic issuers […]
Plaintiffs have been sending demand letters and filing lawsuits alleging violations of California’s Automatic Renewal Law (ARL), Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code §§ 17600 et seq., and the Consumers Legal Remedies Act (CLRA), Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1750 et seq. These demands focus on online checkout flows for recurring subscriptions where the company allegedly fails […]
Vivek Shah, a serial pro se litigant, has been sending pre-litigation demand letters and filing lawsuits against businesses across the country alleging violations of California’s Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), Cal. Penal Code § 631(a). These demands focus on website search bars or forms that allegedly transmit user-entered content (such as a name typed into […]
Significant monetary penalties may apply By Monday, March 30, 2026, employers must give employees the opportunity to name an emergency contact and to indicate whether that contact should be notified if the employee is arrested or detained at the worksite, during work hours, or while engaged in job duties offsite where the employer has actual […]
California businesses offering subscription services, from skincare products to online memberships, are increasingly finding themselves in the crosshairs of class action lawsuits alleging violations of the state’s Automatic Renewal Law (ARL). Enacted in 2010 and codified in California Business & Professions Code §§ 17600-17606, the ARL was designed to protect consumers from unauthorized recurring charges […]
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) adopted a new residential real estate rule that will have a direct impact on purchasers of homes in the United States. Starting March 1, 2026, FinCEN’s new residential real estate rule will require certain individuals involved in real estate closings and settlements to file reports with FinCEN. These reports, […]
A new court decision confirms that receivers cannot be sued for decisions made in the exercise of their judgment, even if those decisions later prove to be wrong. In Semaan v. Mosier, G064385, (Cal. Ct. App. Feb. 5, 2026), a California case of first impression, the Court of Appeal held that court-appointed receivers in California are […]
In the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area, where innovation drives businesses, having a well-constructed estate plan can help prevent unnecessary taxes, unnecessary court delays, and damaging family disputes. This article provides practical advice with special considerations for business owners and tech founders. Navigating Estate and Gift Taxes: Key Rules and Updates for 2026 and Beyond […]
When a business fails to meet its obligations (e.g., breaches a contract or commits a tort), injured parties may try to hold the business’ owners personally liable. One legal tool to get to the owners is the doctrine of alter ego liability, which allows courts to pierce the corporate veil and treat the business and […]
As we enter 2026, a new wave of labor and employment laws is set to reshape workplace requirements for California employers. From expanded paid family leave and new AI regulations to strengthened pay equity and whistleblower protections, these changes carry significant implications for businesses across the state. This client alert highlights the most impactful legislative […]
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