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A look at the EEOC’s investigative process

An employee who believes that you have violated his or her rights may file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. The EEOC then decides whether to dismiss the complaint or accept it. If it decides to accept the claim, the EEOC

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Can you avoid paying estate taxes?

As you piece together your estate plan in Hayward, one nagging thought that likely lingers in the back of your mind is that at least a portion of your accumulated assets will have to go towards paying taxes. Like many people, you may

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Your blended family and a new estate plan

Upon meeting a new partner and deciding to get married after previously getting a divorce or losing a spouse to death, a person should feel hopeful about their future and their new family.  The joy that a new marriage may bring should not,

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What comprises a wrongful termination at work?

Some employees in California and elsewhere – often managerial or other upper-level workers – have lengthy and tailored employment agreements that spell out in detail key elements of their relationship with an employer. Central provisions within such contracts often set forth the terms

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Dismissing an employee is a touchy situation

Being in an authoritative role is not for everyone. Often, individuals in positions of authority, like employers, have to make difficult decisions when it comes to managing certain operations, addressing issues that arise and handling employee discipline. In some cases, these matters can

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A tailored estate plan addresses many concerns

Some legal realms turn out to be surprising for people who underestimate their broad utility. Estate planning is one prime example. An in-depth online overview of the subject matter underscores that. It stresses that, “When people think of estate planning, they tend to

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Bay Area businesses: challenges and ample opportunities

California has unquestionably stood tall as a beacon of hope and new opportunities for vast numbers of Americans for decades. The state commands the country’s largest and most diverse population. The California economy spotlights a breadth and depth unrivaled virtually anywhere else on

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