In the midst of high-profile cases, the legal frameworks governing how settlements and allegations are handled in the entertainment world seem to be changing. Understanding these changes is critical for anyone trying to understand the legal intersection of talent, production, … Read More
Blake Lively, It Ends With Us star, has been dominating headlines and captivating people nationwide for months as the details surrounding the Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni drama and legal battle. Here’s a Blake Lively lawsuit update. Last we discussed … Read More
People across the globe know Smokey Robinson’s voice, regarding him as a Motown legend who has penned over 4,000 songs in his career. As such, a new bombshell $50 million Smokey Robinson sexual assault lawsuit has recently been filed by … Read More
Blake Lively’s lawsuit against her It Ends With Us co-star Justin Baldoni has quickly become one of the most talked-about legal battles in Hollywood. The case, which includes serious sexual harassment allegations, raises larger questions: Is the MeToo movement, which … Read More
I recently had the incredible opportunity to share my passion for mediation and the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) profession with the Professionals in Human Resources Association (PIHRA) Ventura Chapter. The energy and enthusiasm of the group were infectious throughout the … Read More
Black Women’s Equal Pay Day is a day of observance intended to bring awareness to the pay inequities Black women face in the United States. According to sources, more than a holiday or day of awareness, this day is intended … Read More
Buckle up, gig workers and business owners, because a recent California court decision has sent the gig economy into a tailspin. As this niche continues to grow and evolve, many states are assessing the need for regulation. Now, ridesharing titan … Read More
Since students took to protesting the Vietnam War in the 1960s, college campuses have become catalyzing arenas for student activists to voice their opinions and attempt to enact change. And in 2024, over 60 years later, we are seeing this … Read More
Governor Newsom finished up his duties in the most recent legislative session, signing upwards of 70 laws into effect – with a handful of them concerning California’s employment landscape. From SB 616 to AB 1228, California workers and employers will … Read More
California has long held a strong public policy against non-compete agreements, with a few narrow exceptions. However, with some employers allegedly continuing to ask California workers to sign such agreements, a new law has been passed to further strengthen the … Read More