Your business is more than an income source. For many California owners, it is the asset they spent years building and the legacy they hope to pass on. But without the right estate plan, California law and court procedures can end up deciding what happens to that business, your real estate, and other major assets….
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California Short-Term Rental Regulations: What Hotel Operators and Property Owners Need to Know in 2026
California’s short-term rental market continues to evolve, and 2026 has brought another round of changes that hotel operators, vacation rental owners, and hospitality investors cannot afford to ignore. For businesses in hospitality, real estate, and short term rentals, the legal landscape is becoming more complex at both the state and local levels. For hotel owners…
Continue reading…The SBA’s New $10 Million Lending Limit, Double Previous Cap
If you have been thinking about buying a business, or preparing to sell one, there is an important SBA development worth watching closely. Effective July 4, 2026, eligible borrowers will be able to combine an SBA 7(a) loan and an SBA 504 loan for up to $10 million in total SBA-backed financing. That is double…
Continue reading…California Commercial Real Estate Due Diligence: The Checklist Every Investor Needs Before Closing
Purchasing commercial real estate in California is one of the largest financial commitments a business owner or investor can make. Whether you are acquiring a retail center in San Diego, repositioning an office building for conversion, or purchasing a hospitality asset along the coast, the due diligence period is your best opportunity to uncover risks,…
Continue reading…Great California Court Ruling for Employers: Arbitration Agreements
On April 1, 2026, the Ninth Circuit issued an important decision for California employers in O’Dell v. Aya Healthcare Services, Inc. The court ruled that plaintiffs cannot use a few mixed decisions about arbitration agreements to knock out arbitration for an entire class of employees. In other words, just because an employer loses on arbitration with some…
Continue reading…California ADA Website Accessibility Lawsuits: How to Defend Your Business in 2026 | DPA Law
California ADA Website Accessibility Lawsuits: How to Defend Your Business in 2026 If you own a business with a website in California, you may already be at risk for an ADA website accessibility claim, even if no customer has complained. For many business owners, operators, and managers, website accessibility has moved from a technical issue…
Continue reading…California’s PAGA Reform: What Every Employer Needs to Know in 2026
If you operate a business in California, you have likely heard of the Private Attorneys General Act, better known as PAGA. Since 2004, PAGA has allowed individual employees to step into the shoes of the California Labor Commissioner and pursue civil penalties on behalf of the state for alleged Labor Code violations. For California employers,…
Continue reading…California Hotel Liability: What Operators Must Know About Guest Injury Claims in 2026
Operating a hotel in California means managing risk in one of the most plaintiff-friendly legal environments in the country. From slip-and-fall accidents near pools to assaults in dimly lit parking structures, hotel owners and managers face a higher duty of care than many other businesses. For California hotel operators, understanding where liability exposure exists and…
Continue reading…Franchise Agreement Law Firm for QSR & Hotels | DPA Attorneys at Law
Protecting Your Investment Before You Sign Entering into a franchise agreement is one of the most significant business decisions you will ever make. It’s not just a contract—it’s a long-term relationship, often lasting 15 to 20 years, that will shape your financial future and operational freedom. At DPA Attorneys at Law, we represent franchisees with one…
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