Browse below for news, legal insights, information on presentations and events, and other resources from the Weintraub Tobin legal team.
Published: February 2, 2026
Carly Moran, an associate attorney in Weintraub Tobin’s Litigation practice group, has been named President of the Barristers’ Club of the Sacramento County Bar Association (SCBA), effective January 1, 2026.
Published: January 30, 2026
The Most Overlooked Mistake That Can Kill Your Company Before It Starts
Most founders assume their company owns what it builds. It doesn’t, at least not automatically.
Under U.S. law, the person who creates intellectual property owns it unless they’ve assigned it in writing. That means your company may not own its core code, designs, or brand even if you paid for them.
I’ve seen financings delayed, acquisitions fall apart, and founders lose control of their own products because they never secured clear IP ownership. It’s the single most common, and most avoidable, legal mistake in early-stage companies.
Published: January 30, 2026
We previously covered the trademark lawsuit filed by Lost International against Lady Gaga over her use of “Mayhem” in connection with her album, tour, and related merchandise. Now the court has ruled, denying Lost’s motion for a preliminary injunction. In this episode of The Briefing, Weintraub Tobin partners Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler break down the court’s order and what it signals about the Rogers test after the Supreme Court’s Jack Daniel’s decision.
In this episode, they cover:
Published: January 30, 2026
The One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act of 2025 (OBBBA) was signed into law on July 4, 2025. While its reach is broad, this article covers new employer tax reporting obligations. Under the OBBBA, employers must separately report qualified overtime compensation on employees’ Form W-2 and must report qualified tips and occupation codes for employees that customarily and regularly receive tips as of December 31, 2024. This information may be used by employees to claim a new federal income tax deduction on their individual returns.
Published: January 27, 2026
Weintraub Tobin is proud to announce that Monica Silver has been appointed Co-Chair of the Women Lawyers of Sacramento (WLS) Board Development Committee. Monica serves as a board member of WLS and is a Senior Attorney in Weintraub Tobin’s Litigation practice group, where she represents both public and private clients at every stage of litigation—from pre-litigation investigations through trial—in both state and federal courts. Her practice encompasses a broad range of matters, including employment, property, and personal injury disputes.
Published: January 27, 2026
In this episode of California Employment News, Weintraub Tobin attorneys Chris Horsley and Ryan Abernethy break down employer obligations related to 401(k) retirement plans, CalSavers, and health benefits.
Beginning January 1, 2026, a number of new and recently enacted California laws will take effect that will significantly impact the construction industry. These changes affect a wide range of issues, including payment practices, retention limits, contract administration, claims and change order procedures, and dispute resolution. Owners, developers, contractors, and subcontractors operating in California should be aware of these developments and their practical implications.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a booming industry which now offers assistance to employers by automating decisions such as hiring, performance management and even disciplinary actions. While this may come as a welcome aid for many employers, it does not come without risk. Employers grappling with how to use AI in their own workforce must understand the ethical and legal questions surrounding AI and how it can properly be used in the employment context without incurring unnecessary liability.
Published: January 26, 2026
On December 11, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order, “Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence” (“EO”), designed to “remove barriers to United States AI leadership” so that “AI companies [are] free to innovate without cumbersome regulation.” The EO expressly states that it is aimed at preempting “excessive state regulation.” So what does this EO mean for California employers?
Published: January 26, 2026
Weintraub Tobin is pleased to welcome Rishita Mehta as an associate with the Firm’s Litigation practice group. Rishita first joined Weintraub in 2024 as a summer associate, and has rejoined the firm as an associate attorney after passing the California Bar.
Based in Sacramento, Rishita joins the Firm with prior experience in legal services and a strong commitment to serving clients at every stage of litigation. We look forward to her continued contributions to the Firm and to our clients.
