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Accidents Involving an Atlas Van Lines Truck in Texas

Accidents involving moving trucks have been on the rise over the last couple of years, resulting in needless and preventable injuries and suffering inflicted upon the unsuspecting public.

Analysis of President Trump's Decision to Replace Sally Yates as Acting Attorney General

On January 30, 2017, President Donald Trump relieved Acting Attorney General Sally Yates of her duties after she ordered the Department of Justice to not defend his immigration Executive Order in court. In this post, I offer my analysis of what transpired.

4 Reasons to get Child Custody Orders

Custody orders require the power of court enforcement. The only way to accomplish this result is to go to court and have your agreements turned into an order.

Changes to Answers on Naturalization Test as a Result of the November Elections

On January 23, 2017, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a document titled "Civics Test Answer Updates" for those currently studying for the naturalization test. The update addresses questions to which the answers have changed due to the results...

Some H1B Petitioners Receive Forms I-797 with "1B1" Designation in Error

AILA members have recently reported receiving Forms I-797 Notices of Approval for H1B beneficiaries that are annotated "1B1". The H1B1 category is only for nationals of Singapore in Chile. Thus, regular H1B petitions should be annotated H1B instead of "1B1".

Employee or Independent Contractors? Uber Slammed with Class Action Misclassification Lawsuit

Factors central to determining whether an employee is misclassified as an exempt employee versus a non-exempt employee who is entitled to overtime pay.

Get To Know The California Paid Sick Leave Law

On July 1, 2015, California's Paid Sick Leave Law took effect. This blog provides information on accrual, carryover and use requirements of this state law, as amended by AB 304, effective July 13, 2015. Review the following to make sure that you are in compliance!

Incubator Boot Camp: Tools for New Lawyers Looking to Go Solo

On February 24, 2017, Vincent Tong presented a seminar about how to start a law practice.

Distinguished Service Award Recipient

The Alameda County Bar Association is proud to honor Vincent Tong, of Tong Law, as our New Lawyer of the Year at our January 14, 2016 Board Installation and Distinguished Service Awards Dinner.

Rules Regarding Employees and Holiday Pay

Many businesses remain open on recognized holidays. This means, most employees of service providing businesses have to work on holidays. What is the law in California regarding holiday pay?

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