Dorenfeld Law

05/28/2021

Franchises and licenses are both business agreements in which certain brand aspects are shared in exchange for a fee. While franchising and licensing have some similarities, they are two very different agreements that mean different things for both you and your brand.

In this franchising vs. licensing comparison, we’ll explain the differences between the two, as well as the pros and cons of each.

05/27/2021

Employees globally are now working 9.2 hours per week of unpaid overtime on average, up from 7.3 hours just a year ago, according to a recent study.

Globally, employees are now working 9.2 hours per week of unpaid overtime on average, up from 7.3 hours just a year ago.

05/25/2021

Amazon is facing new lawsuits by employees across its workforce who say they faced illegal discrimination and retaliation on the job.

"Amazon can no longer dismiss abusive behavior and retaliation by white managers as mere anecdotes. These are systemic problems," their attorneys said.

05/17/2021

LLCs and corporations are distinct classifications that offer their own strengths and weaknesses. So which one is best suited for your needs?

Choosing the right business entity—more specifically, an LLC versus a corporation—is an important step in setting up your business, as it protects you from liability and ensures you have the right structure to meet your business size and needs. Whichever you choose, either will offer plenty of a...

05/17/2021

People who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) have a significantly higher risk for stroke for years afterward, researchers say.

People who suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) have a significantly higher risk for stroke for years afterward, U.K. researchers say.

05/15/2021

It is essential that you follow the process outlined in your contract when you decide to approach the other party about early termination. If you don't thoroughly understand what needs to occur, you might want to consult with an attorney before initiating a conversation with the landlord or tenant.

Early termination is hard for everyone. Follow this step-by-step guide to breaking a commercial lease to create the best outcome in a high-stakes situation.

05/12/2021

Companies that hire child care workers, gas station clerks, restaurant servers and security guards are among the businesses most likely to get caught cheating their employees, according to an analysis of minimum wage and overtime violations from the U.S. Department of Labor.

U.S. companies that cheat their workers out of pay are unlikely to be fined or punished even after they're caught

05/10/2021

More than two years after Facebook disabled some forms of targeting for housing and employment listings, researchers at the University of Southern California found that certain job listings mysteriously still show a noticeable skew in who sees them.

Facebook's shady targeted advertising system is at it again.

05/07/2021

Children’s window falls are also a common concern in civilian communities, accounting for about a dozen deaths and thousands of injuries annually in the United States, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. But such accidents have drawn special alarm in the military community.

Last April, Kate Needham’s one-year-old son Robbie pushed through a screen and plunged from a second story window in the family’s rental home near Naval Base San Diego.

05/07/2021

In cases of uncertainty, it’s best to contact your attorney to interpret how the laws of a given state apply to you. Doing so before you scale up your operations will help you stay ahead of any adverse consequences.

Taking your business into new markets and new states means growth and opportunity. Don’t let confusion around compliance obligations deter you from growing your business.

05/01/2021

Employers are prohibited from discriminating against you on the basis of your disability. You have the right to reasonable accommodation: changes to company policies and your work environment that will allow you to do your job.

04/27/2021

There are both advantages and disadvantages of sole proprietorship — so it's important to know when the benefits are overshadowed by their limitations, particularly with regard to personal liability.

Learn the advantages of sole proprietorship, as well as the disadvantages, to determine if this is the right entity type for your small business.