Welcome to the Weintraub Resources section. Here, you can find our Blogs, Videos, and Podcasts, in which Weintraub attorneys regularly provide insights and updates on legal developments. You can also find upcoming Weintraub Events, as well as firm and client News.
On March 23 – 25, 2022, the American Health Law Association will present the Institute on Medicare and Medicaid Payment Issues in Baltimore, Maryland. The program aims to bring together knowledgeable reimbursement counsel and specialists from both the public and private sectors.
On March 23, 2022, Trusts & Estates attorney Daniel Kim presented a webinar for the San Luis Obispo County Bar Association.
The webinar, titled How to Get Rid of a Dead Body, discussed challenges an individual may face when handling the remains of a late family member or friend. Because it can be overwhelming to navigate the rules and laws that govern remains at a time when the focus is on family and estate responsibilities, Daniel’s presentation covered:
On January 12, 2022, attorneys Lizbeth V. West, James Kachmar, Meagan D. Bainbridge, Brendan Begley, and Ryan Abernethy presented part two of a webinar discussing important legal developments from 2021 and reviewing a number of new laws and case law developments impacting employers in 2022.
The regulations regarding California’s Mandatory Sexual Harassment Prevention Training for non-supervisors and supervisors require that employers with five or more employees provide at least two hours of classroom or interactive training for supervisors and at least one hour of classroom or interactive training for non-supervisors. Training must be provided every two years.
On October 28, 2021, the Professional Fiduciary Association’s Sacramento Chapter held a meeting titled “Best Practices for Fiduciaries,” led by Weintraub attorney Mary deLeo. Attorneys Carlena Tapella was a presenter.
The presentation covered the best practices for fiduciaries to follow in fulfilling fiduciary obligations as trustees, conservators, and agents. Highlights included case management, sale of real property and administrative procedures.
On November 17, The Diversity and Inclusion Committee of the Barristers Club of BASF presented A Conversation with First Generation Attorneys – Advice to my Younger Self. Jacqueline Simonovich served as the event moderator. The webinar featured five attorneys at various phases in their careers, from junior associates to experienced in-house counsel, who are the first lawyers in their families. They provided advice to other first-generation attorneys and stories of how they’ve overcome obstacles in their careers.
When: November 17, 2021 05:00 p.m. – 06:15 p.m.
Where: Virtual Program
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Presented by the Bar Association of San Francisco.
Like other employment claims in recent times, we are seeing more retaliation and “whistleblower” claims against California employers. Employers need to know what to listen for or they can find themselves accused of retaliating against a “whistleblower.”
On October 14, Weintraub attorneys Christopher Chediak and Jim Clarke partnered with CVF Capital Partners, BFBA, and JPMorgan Chase to present an informational webinar discussing how the massive influx of federal stimulus may impact businesses, included tax changes, inflation, labor pressures, and preparing to buy or sell a business.
Federal and state OSHA laws require California employers to prevent and respond to violence in the workplace. Federal and state EEO laws require California employers to prevent and respond to harassment and discrimination in the workplace. But what about bullying? What is it? Are employers responsible for preventing it? Is there a law against it? What should employers know and what should they do to avoid bullying in the workplace?
On September 8, Weintraub Shareholder Matt Sugarman will present as part of the American Bar Association webinar Comic Book Law 101.
This panel will explore the comic book industry, its place in greater pop culture, and the key legal issues attorneys practicing in this area should know. Topics covered will include publishing contracts, option agreements, and intellectual property rights in the comic book industry.
For more information or to register, click here.
