Managing shareholder Brian Bergman has been named the Co-Chair of the Litigation Section of the Beverly Hills Bar Association. The Beverly Hills Bar Association is nationally recognized as a leading bar association, and as an active, activist group. The BHBA develops leadership qualities within our membership, and in our willingness to take action to uphold and enhance the law - in our own communities, and beyond. The Litigation Section provides litigators the resources needed to become successful advocates and offers opportunities for business development, networking, and superior educational programs to advance the litigation practice.
WHAT IS A WRIT PETITION AND HOW TO GET ONE GRANTED
Managing shareholder, Brian Bergman, is the Programs Chair for the Beverly Hills Bar Association Litigation Section and hosted a recent presentation at the BHBA. The program "WHAT IS A WRIT PETITION AND HOW TO GET ONE GRANTED" was held on Wednesday August 14, 2019.
A closer look at the condemnation process
Without eminent domain, the United States would not look as it does today. No highway system would connect us across the country, and our national parks might be smaller. Our cities would certainly not look the same.
However, as essential as the use of eminent domain can be, the laws regulating it are often both complex and controversial. It is important for California entities exercising eminent domain to understand the condemnation process, so they can avoid such controversy.
Why do construction projects run behind schedule?
A construction project that runs behind schedule -- something that tends to happen fairly often -- can become problematic. It can even lead to a loss of revenue.
For instance, perhaps the building is intended to be a storefront. The owner wants to open in the summer to get the most foot traffic and the best exposure. However, delays mean they can't open until the winter because the construction project doesn't wrap up until the fall.
Los Angeles jury sides with pepper grower in heated business dispute
People who love spicy foods might not recognize their favorite Sriracha sauce by name, but they certainly recognize the green caps and rooster logo on bottles of the fiery sauce made from chili peppers, distilled vinegar, garlic, sugar and salt. What is less well-known is that the 30-year partnership between the sauce’s maker – Huy Fong Foods – and once exclusive supplier of the peppers used to make Sriracha – family-owned Underwood Ranches – has ended in a bitter legal dispute.
A Los Angeles County Superior Court jury recently awarded $23.3 million to Underwood after a month-long trial in the heated business lawsuit. The pepper-grower had claimed that Huy Fong breached its contract and committed fraud by misrepresenting and concealing information.
California employers may have to reevaluate worker classification
Once again, debates regarding worker classification could put California employers at risk.
Classifying workers correctly is always a critical issue for employers to consider. However, recent events, such as the nationwide Uber driver strikes in May, have led more workers in many industries to question their work status.
BERGMAN DACEY GOLDSMITH SECURED REDEVELOPMENT LAND FOR LA COUNTY
"Old Law, New Tricks," Shareholder Brian Bergman and associate attorney, Jason Barbato, featured in the recently published SUPER LAWYER 2019 magazine.
Read Full article here.
Mergers: Know what they are and how they work
As you may know, businesses are regulated by state and federal law. To make sure your business is doing everything by the books, it's a good idea to talk to your attorney and go over your business plan, taxation schedule, employment practices and other aspects of your business.
One thing that your business may want to do in the future is to complete a merger. If you're getting to the point where you want to merge with another business entity, then you need to make sure your attorney is on board to protect your interests.
BERGMAN DACEY GOLDSMITH Welcomes Matthew Hicks as Of Counsel
Mr. Hicks’ litigation practice focuses on construction, employment, business and contract disputes on behalf of public agencies and private sector clients. Mr. Hicks has extensive experience with full case management responsibility for a variety of federal and state court cases, including trial, arbitrations, mediations and administrative proceedings. Mr. Hicks has handled and advised public and private works owners, contractors, subcontractors and sureties on private and public works construction related issues, including, preventative risk analysis, large dollar breach of contract claims, prosecution and defense of abandonment claims, extra work and/or change order claims, changed conditions and/or cardinal change situations, bid problems, prosecution and defense of delay, disruption and/or acceleration claims, prosecution of claims against design professionals, indemnity provisions, prosecution and defense of mechanic’s lien and stop notice claims, prosecution and defense of payment and performance bond claims, ADA and facilities access issues, prevailing wage claims and related labor issues, False Claims Act and construction defects. He is a Loyola Law School alumnus and is based in Los Angeles.
BERGMAN DACEY GOLDSMITH SUPPORTS HOLLENBECK YOUTH CENTER 2018
Bergman Dacey Goldsmith is proud to support the Hollenbeck Youth Center this holiday season with their 2018 Toy Drive. The Hollenbeck Youth Center and Inner-City Games Los Angeles creates opportunities for inner-city youth to participate in athletic, educational, cultural and community enrichment programs – building confidence and self-esteem in today’s youth for a brighter tomorrow. Since its creation, Hollenbeck has bettered the lives of thousands of our area’s children, many of whom have gone on to become exceptional athletes, students, professionals and citizens.
