California local candidate committees must file FPPC Form 460 on semi-annual and pre-election deadlines, with late filings subject to administrative penalties. These reporting rules apply to campaign activity in cities, counties, and special districts and are enforced by local filing officers and the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC). This article explains who must file, what […]
California’s ABC test (AB5) presumes a worker is an employee unless the hiring entity proves all three prongs—A, B, and C—so a Los Angeles independent contractor agreement must be drafted to support that proof. In LA, the stakes include wage/hour exposure, PAGA claims, and local enforcement pressure. This article explains how to draft an agreement
An illegal traffic stop arrest in Phoenix can often be challenged by filing a motion to suppress under the Fourth Amendment and Arizona Rule of Criminal Procedure 16.2. If the judge finds police lacked reasonable suspicion for the stop or probable cause for the arrest/search, key evidence may be excluded—sometimes ending the case. This article
A California Penal Code 1473.7 motion lets many noncitizens seek to vacate a conviction when they didn’t meaningfully understand the immigration consequences at the time of the plea. In Los Angeles, these motions are filed in the criminal court where the conviction occurred and can be supported by immigration and criminal records. This article explains
In Houston, you can usually begin the vehicle-recovery process within 24 hours by filing a police report, notifying your insurer, and checking local impound databases. Auto theft investigations and storage-tow rules in Harris County can move quickly, and delays often increase fees and paperwork problems. This guide explains the exact recovery steps, key Texas deadlines,
In California, a mediated settlement agreement can be enforced—even if the other party later refuses to sign—when it already meets statutory requirements (most commonly under Evidence Code § 1123 or Code of Civil Procedure § 664.6). This issue arises frequently after mediation, when parties believe they “have a deal,” but one side balks at paperwork.
A Texas Series LLC can segment liability so a lawsuit tied to one Houston rental property generally stays with that series—if you form and operate it correctly. Houston landlords face frequent claims (slip-and-fall, mold, security, and habitability disputes) that can threaten equity across multiple doors. This article explains how attorneys structure Texas Series LLCs and
Even if nothing was stolen, California can still file attempted burglary based on intent plus a “direct but ineffectual act.” Prosecutors often rely on circumstantial evidence like entry method, tools, or statements to prove that intent. This article explains the elements, common weak points, and defense strategies attorneys use to fight attempted burglary charges when
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The Section 199A Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction can reduce a Texas LLC’s pass-through income by up to 20% on a 2026 federal return, even if the LLC is taxed as an S corporation. Because Texas has no individual income tax, the primary savings is federal—and the S-corp wage structure becomes the key limiter. This
California courts generally enforce NDAs when they define “Confidential Information,” limit use, and avoid unlawful restraints—especially under California’s strict trade secret and mobility rules. In 2026, effective NDAs for business communications must align with the California Uniform Trade Secrets Act (CUTSA), current Civil Code protections for employees, and updated federal reporting carve-outs. This guide explains
