Business Law Blog

For employers in Orange County, a lawsuit over wages, overtime, or meal breaks is rarely an isolated incident. More often, it’s the “tip of the iceberg,” signaling a potential systemic issue in your payroll policies that could quickly attract a class-action or PAGA claim, multiplying your company’s financial risk exponentially. California’s wage and hour laws are notoriously complex and unforgiving, and a […]

In Orange County’s competitive business landscape, a contract is the foundation of your operations, partnerships, and financial security. When another party fails to uphold their end of an agreement, it can disrupt your business, jeopardize relationships, and put your company’s assets at risk. A breach of contract lawsuit is more than just a business disagreement; it’s a high-stakes conflict that requires a […]

Protecting Your Orange County Business from a Costly Employment Lawsuit In Orange County, the cost of an employment lawsuit extends far beyond a potential settlement. It disrupts operations, damages your brand reputation, and diverts your focus from strategic growth. For the discerning business owner, CEO, or in-house counsel, a reactive legal strategy is no strategy at all. It is a liability. At […]

Orange County’s large hospitality, retail, and food service sectors are frequent targets for PAGA actions due to their high number of hourly employees and complex scheduling, which can lead to widespread meal/rest break or timekeeping violations. PAGA Defense – Orange County Receiving a notice under the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) is one of the most serious threats an Orange County employer […]

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California Business Law Changes The 2024 legislative session in California witnessed the approval of over 40 amendments to the California Corporations Code and related statutes, signaling a substantial evolution in the state’s business regulatory framework 1. These changes, comprehensively documented in the “2025 Edition of California Laws Governing Business Entities Annotated,” published by CSC in collaboration with LexisNexis, reflect a commitment to […]

The Fast Food Franchisor Responsibility Act, or AB 1228, is a proposed law currently under review in California’s legislature. This law, which initially seems to favor franchisees, requires franchisors to comply with employment laws and share liability for any breaches with their franchisees. However, the Act’s implications are more complex upon closer inspection. The Act’s origins lie in the amendments to the […]

Real Estate Litigation At Nowland Law, Attorney Thomas F. Nowland and his team of attorneys have represented virtually hundreds of companies and businesses of all sizes and in varying industries. These years of experience have taught us that each business has it’s own unique needs and considerations when dealing with business litigation. We strive to work with a business to achieve a […]

Involved in a Contract Dispute? At Nowland Law, Attorney Thomas F. Nowland and his team of attorneys have represented virtually hundreds of companies and businesses of all sizes and in varying industries.  These years of experience have taught us that each business has it’s own unique needs and considerations when dealing with business litigation. We strive to work with a business to […]

Involved in a Contract Dispute? At Nowland Law, Attorney Thomas F. Nowland and his team of attorneys have represented virtually hundreds of companies and businesses of all sizes and in varying industries. These years of experience have taught us that each business has it’s own unique needs and considerations when dealing with business litigation. We strive to work with a business to […]