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California Business Divorce: Understanding IP Ownership in the Context of Operating a California Business

Picture a renowned winery in the heart of Napa Valley that has built its reputation on a trademark that connoisseurs associate with exceptional quality. This trademark, a symbol of years of hard work and dedication, represents the essence of the brand's identity and market appeal. Now, imagine the founders, once united by a shared vision, are embroiled in an irreconcilable dispute. As they contemplate separate paths forward, a critical question arises: who retains the rights to the trademark? The answer is pivotal, with far-reaching implications for both the future of both the business and the partners.

Planning for the Plan: Cal/OSHA Publishes Model Workplace Violence Prevention Plan and Fact Sheet

As many employers now know, Senate Bill 553 (“SB 553”) mandates that covered employers implement their written Workplace Violence Prevention Plan(s) and employee training programs by July 1, 2024.  On March 1, 2024, Cal/OSHA released a model Plan which employers may now use to get a head start on preparing their Plan(s). However, in addition to the Model Plan being fairly bare bones with lots of customization required, as is the case with new legislation, some uncertainties still remain.  As noted below, contact one of our attorneys if you need assistance in preparing the final Plan(s) for your company.