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Carmel & Naccasha, LLP is pleased to announce our very own paralegal, Hannah Miller, will be leaving our firm and has accepted a position as 3rd District Supervisor Adam Hill’s legislative assistant. While we will miss Hannah’s energy, camaraderie and … Continue reading

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Under a new law that took effect on January 1, 2012, most employers or prospective employers in California, with the exception of certain financial institutions, may no longer obtain a consumer credit report when hiring or evaluating employees. The new … Continue reading

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As of January 1, 2012, all children under eight years of age and under 4’ 9” must be restrained in a rear seat in an appropriate child passenger restraint system that meets applicable federal motor vehicle safety standards. This modifies … Continue reading

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When you and your paralegal first meet with a potential client, you should consider gathering information about your clients’ online personae on your intake forms.  This may prove valuable in the investigation phase of their matters, whether it is criminal, … Continue reading

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The California Veterinary Medical Board (“Board”) is in the process of adopting a new regulation to establish “minimum standards” for a managing licensee of a veterinary hospital premise. Under the current regulations, it is the responsibility of the managing veterinarian … Continue reading

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Many of us have talked on our cell phone while driving even though we know it is a violation of the Vehicle Code. Vehicle Code section 23123 pertains to driving while using a cell phone without the use of a … Continue reading

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Employers who choose to include sabbaticals as part of their employee benefits must understand the implications of such a benefit upon an employee’s separation with the employer. Most employers know vested vacation must be paid to the employee upon separation, … Continue reading

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The continuing state budget crisis is being experienced locally to a greater extent.  Beginning October 7, some employees will be furloughed every Friday.  Although courthouses will be open on Fridays, services will be greatly reduced.  A few courtrooms will be … Continue reading

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Carmel & Naccasha, LLP seeks a senior associate or partner level attorney with 5+ years of experience in trust and estate law, tax planning, and business transactional work.  LLM in taxation, Certified Tax Specialist, Certified Specialist in Estate Planning, Trust … Continue reading

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In an effort to relieve the financial strain on the California court system,  Assembly Bill 110 has been signed into law.  This bill amends Government Code section 68926 regarding fees.  The primary change is that there is now a fee … Continue reading

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