FTC v. Accessibe – Urgent Development in Website ADA Claims

In January 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a complaint and proposed order requiring software provider accessiBe to pay $1 million to settle allegations that it misrepresented the ability of its AI-powered web accessibility tool to make any website compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for people with disabilities. This move by …

Fire Insurance Claim Q&A Co-Hosted by KVK Partner Michael Karikomi

Our friends, clients and colleagues are facing challenges related to the recent wildfires. KVK partner Michael Karikomi, together with attorney Dylan Schaffer of Kerley Schaffer LLP, will host a Fire Insurance Claim Q&A on January 21, 2025 at 6PM, PST which is open to the public.  Click here to join, and review the flyer below …

Possible Mortgage Relief: Understanding the 2025 Mortgage Deferment Act

In the wake of Southern California’s devastating January 2025 wildfires, Sacramento has begun to pen a bill which would provide mortgage assistance to those financially impacted. Assembly Bill 238 is titled the “Mortgage Deferment Act” and would provide a temporary relief period for mortgage payments. Its purpose is to provide relief to borrowers through forbearance, …

Impact of recent legal developments on CTA reporting requirements

What is CTA Reporting?   The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), enacted on January 1, 2021, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, represents a significant step in reforming anti-money laundering laws. Its primary aim is to combat financial crimes such as money laundering, terrorist financing, corruption, and tax fraud. To achieve this, the CTA …

CDTFA Successor Liability and Why It Matters When Buying a California Business.

When purchasing a business in California, it’s essential to understand the often-overlooked concept of successor liability, as governed by the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration’s (CDTFA) Regulation 1702. Many buyers may assume that, once the sale is finalized, they are only responsible for their new venture’s future operations. However, under California’s Sales and …

AB 98: A Game-Changer for California’s Logistics Industry and Communities

California’s Assembly Bill 98 (AB 98) introduces sweeping changes to the logistics and warehouse development sector, aiming to address significant public health and environmental concerns. With stricter environmental and operational standards, AB 98 is set to reshape how logistics projects are planned—especially those near schools, hospitals, and residential neighborhoods. “Logistics use” means “a building in …

California’s Groundbreaking Intersectionality Law: What You Need to Know

On September 27, 2024, California solidified its position as a trailblazer in workplace protections by enacting Senate Bill 1137 (SB 1137), the first law in the United States to explicitly protect against intersectional discrimination in employment. This landmark legislation amends the Unruh Civil Rights Act, the Education Code, and the Fair Employment and Housing Act …

This Election and Cannabis Policy

This election is a historic one for several reasons, including cannabis policy.  Both major party candidates support some form of cannabis reform, a significant shift from previous elections. Vice President Kamala Harris has emphasized full federal legalization as a social justice issue, focusing on racial disparities in cannabis-related arrests and convictions. Her past work includes …

California’s New Employment Laws for 2024

With the new year having arrived, employers should be aware of the following notable legislation that will go into effect in California in 2024.  Selected bills have been organized under their respective house of origination and listed in numerical order, and summaries are based on information provided on the California Legislative Information website. Should you …

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