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…What Every California Borrower Should Review Before Signing a Loan Agreement
Loan documents are some of the most important contracts a business owner or homeowner will ever sign, yet they are often signed under pressure and without a full line-by-line review. Lenders prepare these packages for their own protection, not yours. By the time a missed covenant, acceleration clause, or personal guarantee becomes a problem, the…
Continue reading…Franchise Agreement Red Flags: What Every Fast Food Franchisee in California Should Know
Running a fast food franchise in California can be a strong business opportunity, but it can also expose owners to serious legal and financial risk if the franchise agreement is stacked in the franchisor’s favor. Many franchisees focus on brand recognition, projected revenue, and site selection, only to discover later that the real trouble was…
Continue reading…California 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit: What Landlords Need to Know
For California landlords, an eviction case can rise or fall based on the first document served. Before a property owner can move forward with an unlawful detainer action for unpaid rent, the process usually begins with a 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit. If that notice contains the wrong information, demands the wrong amount,…
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…
Continue reading…Cal/OSHA’s April 2026 “Safety and Health Protection on the Job” Notice: What California Employers Should Do Now
California employers should take a moment to review this important workplace posting requirement. Cal/OSHA has issued an April 2026 update to its required “Safety and Health Protection on the Job” notice, and employers should make sure the current version is printed and posted in the workplace. For business owners and managers, this is a simple…
Continue reading…Hospitality Alert: Are You at Risk? The Legal Dangers of the “28-Day Shuffle”
California hotel and motel owners should take note: a recently publicized class action settlement is putting a common industry practice under the microscope, and the financial consequences can be significant. A Wake-Up Call for Hotel Owners In Flores v. Leo’s Motel, et al., a proposed $500,000 class action settlement has brought attention to how some hotels…
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