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A company can reduce legal risk by adopting strong policies and procedures when onboarding an employee from a competitor. Similarly, when offboarding, there are several measures companies should consider to prevent theft of...

February 13, 2025 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM Speakers: Alex Ruiz, Blake Dillion, & Taylor Brown 3300 Bristol St Costa Mesa, CA 92626 Payne & Fears attorneys Alex Ruiz, Blake Dillion, and Taylor Brown will lead an insightful...

Back by popular demand, Melissa Clarke and Leila Narvid look into their crystal balls and discuss workplace law developments to expect under the Trump Administration. Webinar Recording...

December 4, 2024 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Speakers: Blake Dillion, Melissa Clarke, & Leila Narvid Join us for a lively discussion of critical year-end updates for California employers. We will address new legislation and...

The FTC’s national ban on non-compete agreements and related court challenges once again puts the spotlight on restrictive covenants and their continued viability in a variety of contractual scenarios. This interactive Zoom...

The FTC’s national ban on non-compete agreements, set to go into effect in September, once again puts the spotlight on restrictive covenants and their continued viability in a variety of contractual scenarios. This...

Blake, as part of the board of Connect & Thrive, is co-hosting an event centered around the affect the current weight loss craze is having on the workplace. Attendees will share insights and practical strategies on...

At the SDCBA Insurance Law: 2023 Year in Review on May 1, 2024, Sarah Long will present on insurance bad faith section....

Alexandra DeFelice served as a panel moderator and speaker at the LMA Solo/Small Team Pre-Conference in San Diego from April 3-5, 2024. This program was designed to help in-house marketers to lead intentionally, confront...

At the OCBA Solo Practitioner/ Small Firm Section Meeting on June 20, 2024, Amy Patton will present on solo & small firm section....

Payne & Fears attorney Amy Patton present on workplace violence prevention at the OCBA Seminar. The event takes place April 30, 2024....

Payne & Fears attorneys Amy Patton and Taylor Brown present on employment law updates at the HR Pro Conference presented by Train Me Today. The event takes place March 26, 2024. The HR Pro Conference was launched in 2014...