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Rent Relief Program
While California's eviction moratorium has ended, the state has provided Tenant Protection Information, including rent relief to tenants and landlords for several months for residents not protected by local ordinances banning evictions for non-payment of rent. According to Housing Is Key, the Rent Relief Program…
New California Legislative Acts
New California Legislative Acts – October 2021
California Governor Newsom announced Friday, October 8, 2021 that he has signed the following bills:
AB 36 by Assemblymember James Gallagher (R-Yuba City) – Design-build contracting: Town of Paradise.
AB 43 by Assemblymember Laura Friedman (D-Glendale) – Traffic safety.
AB 57 by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D-Encino) – Law enforcement: hate crimes.
AB 100 by Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena) – Drinking water: endpoint devices:…
Cease and Desist Letters: Defined, Usage, and Samples
At first, a cease and desist letter may seem intimidating regardless of whether you are receiving one or writing one. However, certain misconceptions surrounding cease-and-desist should be noted before choosing to write or respond to one.
A cease and desist letter is a non-legally binding document which means that the letter cannot force you or someone else to do or cease anything. There are…
How to Register a Trademark with the USPTO
Have you ever noticed a “®” symbol next to a company’s name? These symbols indicate that a company has registered a trademark or service mark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), the U.S. Department of Commerce agency that provides extensive protection through the U.S. government. A Trademark or …
