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5 Tips on Tip Pooling As the restaurant industry looks towards easing COVID-19 restrictions and a hopeful return to business as usual, the following is a refresher on California rules related to tips and tip pooling. Read more: https://bit.ly/3kQTiwQ

Impact of Proposed Tax Bill on Estate Planning On Monday, September 13, 2021, the "Responsibly Funding Our Priorities" Bill was introduced and proposes to raise taxes to help pay for the Biden Administration’s Build Back Better Act. The Bill is not yet law. It has not yet been passed or even directly debated in the House Ways and Means Committeemuch less either house of Congress.... Nevertheless, the Bill proposes significant changes to the Internal Revenue Code including reducing limits on gifts, increasing tax rates on capital gains, and other significant impacts to individuals tax advantage around estate planning. While this is again not law, it sets a roadmap of anticipated changes. You are encouraged to reach out to your advisors to discuss how the Bill and its progeny may impact you so that you can start planning now. Read highlights of changes here: https://bit.ly/3lK2PoK

WILDFIRE SMOKE COMPLIANCE FOR EMPLOYERS Based on the current forecasts and drought conditions, California may be set for another difficult wildfire season in Fall 2021. Read more: https://bit.ly/3lsKzQH

BERLINER COHEN WINS CASE FOR HOME HEALTHCARE BUSINESS Litigation partner Joshua Borger recently achieved a major victory for his client in a highly contentious arbitration involving the purchase of a home healthcare business gone awry. Read more: https://bit.ly/2VeIDCm

We'd like to recognize seven outstanding Berliner Cohen attorneys recognized as 2022 Best Lawyers in America: Andrew Faber - Litigation Samuel Farb - Real Estate Steve Hallgrimson - Real Estate... Thomas Murphy - Appellate Peggy Springgay - Real Estate Frank Ubhaus - Criminal Defense Jonathan Wolf - Litigation See more

Berliner Cohen is happy to welcome a new attorney, Makayla Whitney, to our Business Litigation Practice in our Modesto Office. Welcome, Makayla!

We'd like to congratulate Michael "Mike" J. Cheng on his election to Partner in Business Litigation. "Mike’s broad litigation experience allows us to offer our clients with even more options to handle their legal needs. - Jon Wolf, Chair of the Litigation Law Group Congratulations, Mike!

As you prepare your business for the new challenges of 2021, join Berliner Cohen's complimentary webinar. Let Berliner Cohen's experienced Employment attorneys help clarify the new legislation and answer your questions about the laws and requirements for the new year. Hosted January 13, 2021 at 9:30am. Learn more and register here. https://bit.ly/3qVb82V

Business have face a challenging year of complying with new COVID-19 rules and regulations, as well as business as usual. Allow Berliner Cohen's experienced Employment attorneys to prepare your business for the new laws and requirements for 2021 in a complimentary webinar! Offered on two dates: December 8 and January 13. Learn more and register here. https://bit.ly/3qdwRCV

In our more than 50 years of business, Berliner Cohen has always prioritized serving our community. We are pleased to announce that we were recognized as one of Silicon Valley's top corporate philanthropists for 2020 by the Silicon Valley Business Journal. https://bit.ly/2H740yi

After Valentine's Day, California will no longer allow a parent or grandparent to transfer real property (by sale or gift) to a child or grandchild without an increase in property taxes with only very limited exceptions. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3noifyd

If your business has faced a challenging year of complying with new COVID-19 rules and regulations, as well as business as usual, join Berliner Cohen's experienced Employment attorneys for a complimentary webinar discussing the new laws and requirements for 2021. Offered on two dates: December 8 and January 13. Learn more and register here. https://bit.ly/2UjQRVt

Are you considering moving out of California? Join BC Attorney David Bellumori as he discusses how to minimize your exposure to the Franchise Tax Board with Scott Fuller of https://bit.ly/3nlHrGl. Register here: https://bit.ly/3lqivvP

Are you considering your planning your legacy, but don't know where to start? BC Attorney Brandon Rebboah will cover how to begin your Estate Plan during a pandemic and other topics in an upcoming webinar hosted by The Catholic Community Foundation. REGISTER NOW: https://bit.ly/31eGqad

Congratulations to our Berliner Cohen, LLP Partners who have earned 'Best Lawyers in America' rankings for 2021! Andrew Faber - Litigation Samuel Farb - Real Estate Steven Hallgrimson - Real Estate... Thomas Murphy - Appellate Peggy Springgay - Real Estate Frank Ubhaus - Criminal Defense Jonathan Wolf - Litigation Learn more here: https://bit.ly/31c0ERU

In this wildfire season, employers who were already tapped on complying with employment laws need to now deal with wildfire compliance. Are you up to date on your responsibilities regarding wildfire smoke? Partner Christine Long can help. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3iXejCg

- What are the rights of commercial tenants and landlords when the stay is lifted? - Did COVID-19 and the stay-at-home orders terminate the lease? - Are business losses due to COVID-19 covered by insurance? For the answers to these questions and more, join BC Partner Joshua Borger for a live webinar hosted by the Commercial Brokers Association on Tuesday, August 18, 2020 at 10:00am. ... For more information and to register, go to: https://bit.ly/3isHeOp See Less

Joshua Borger, Partner, and Strategy Law, LLP partner Tamara Pow will be interviewed on KSCO (1080 a.m.) on common legal mistakes entrepreneurs make. Tune in Wednesday, July 29, 2020, from 12-1 pm for this interesting and timely interview.

Is your business required to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)? Have you updated your online privacy policies? If you're not sure, let our attorneys help you. Join Jay Landrum (Partner) and Emily Tewes (Attorney) for a complimentary webinar: Complying with Consumer Privacy during Covid-19: Intro to the California Consumer Privacy Act on August 4, 2020 at 10:00am. ... Learn more or register here: https://bit.ly/2ClWxZU

Join Partner Joshua Borger as he discusses economic life after 2020 in a complimentary webinar hosted by SJREI Association tomorrow, July 14, 2020 at 7:00pm. Joshua will discuss if insurance will cover your COVID-19 & Riot losses, can a commercial tenant terminate its lease because it cannot operate due to a stay-at-home order, and how to recover vandalism and other damages. Register or read more: https://bit.ly/2OoFzfY

Congratulations to our 12 excellent attorneys selected to the 2020 Northern California Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists! James P. Cashman Andrew L. Faber Samual L. Farb... Harry A. Lopez Thomas P. Murphy Peggy L. Springgay Frank R. Ubhaus Jonathan D. Wolf Lindsay Hover Benjamin Johnson Ghazaleh Modarresi Stephen Scordelis Learn more about our expert team here: https://bit.ly/3f45xRq See more

We're excited to announce that Joshua Borger has joined our Litigation group as a Partner. Welcome to the #BerlinerCohenFamily, Joshua!

Our Estate Planning Department cordially welcomes Micheline Capaci, Paralegal. Welcome, Micheline!

We are proud to be a sponsor for the San Jose Sports Authority's REACH Youth Scholarship for another year! Watch the Awards Ceremony this evening on NBC Sports. https://bit.ly/3cwU4I3

Is reopening your business still posing some challenges? Join attorney Eileen P. Kennedy and the Campbell Chamber of Commerce for a complimentary webinar on Friday, June 26th. Learn more or register here: https://bit.ly/3fP8qFZ