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Is Nick Heimlich familiar with Commissions and/or Bonuses and those disputes with employees?
Added on 04/30/2025 Yes, Attorney Nick Heimlich has dealt with commissions or bonuses based on performance. Sometimes the disputes about pay are adjudicated by the California Department of Labor Standards Enforcement, under the Department of Industrial Relations by a...
New Minimum Wages Laws of 2025 by City
As of 2025, California state minimum wage is $16.50 per hour and the state minimum salary for exempt workers now $68,640.00. 2025 Local City Minimum Wages In 2025, multiple cities have increased their minimum wages: San Jose: $17.95 per hour Sunnyvale: $19.00 per hour...
What happens if you buy property without being married before?
In the bay area of California, home prices are really high. These high prices sometimes lead to people deciding to buy properties together even if they are not married yet, or are just friends or colleagues. While it is legal to buy property with other people,...
Can you sue if someone interferes with your use or enjoyment of your personal property?
Yes. When someone wrongfully interferes with your control of personal property then often a lawsuit for a conversion cause of action may apply. What is personal property? Personal Property is for most individuals or businesses are things like cars, belongings,...
What types of cases does the Law Office of Nick Heimlich handle?
There are a variety of cases that Nick Heimlich handles. Below is a short bulletpoint list of categories of cases that he has handled or could handle. While he handles these types of cases, this is not a guarantee that he will handle your case, as each client is...
What details do you need to have in a lawsuit to make a proper claim for breach of contract?
Among other things, you need to specify whether that contract is written, oral, or is implied by conduct under California Code of Civil Proc. § 430.10(g). So, to do this, it is possible to attach the contract as an exhibit. It is also possible to specify what parts of...
What happens if someone files a Labour Commissioner claim?
The California Department of Labor and Standards Enforcement is an administrative agency in California that provides a forum to have hearings about labor laws for both employees and employers. Typically, an employee would file a claim with the Department of Labor...
California Law: Sick Leave Benefits for Crime Victims
New California Requirement for Businesses California is now requiring (not an option) that businesses allow crime victims to take time off as "sick leave" to recover from the trauma of crimes. Understanding Labor Code Section 230.2 As many employers may already know,...
How to Challenge an Unfair Business Lawsuit
Being hit with a lawsuit can feel overwhelming. The immediate reaction for most business owners is confusion, frustration, and a sense of injustice, especially when the claims seem exaggerated, misleading, or downright false. Unfair lawsuits can place businesses in a...
The Role of Mediation in Business Disputes
Disagreements in business aren’t rare. You might be dealing with a broken contract, an unhappy partner, or a supplier not delivering as promised. These situations can escalate quickly, and if left unresolved, they can disrupt operations, drain resources, and strain...
What to Do If Your Trademark Is Infringed?
You’ve worked hard to build your brand, but now someone else is using your trademark or something confusingly similar. Perhaps it’s already impacting your sales, or a customer has mistakenly identified another company’s product as yours. Trademark infringement isn’t...
The Importance of Evidence in Winning Business Litigation Cases
Unexpected lawsuits can throw your business off track. You may face false claims, partnership conflicts, or unpaid contracts—and the legal process feels overwhelming. The frustration of defending your company without solid proof can quickly turn a manageable dispute...
What to Do When a Vendor Breaches Their Agreement: Legal Remedies Explained
Deadlines missed. Payments wasted. Deliverables that don’t meet your expectations or never arrive at all. Businesses face these real headaches when a vendor fails to honor their contract. When this happens, you might be left scrambling for alternatives or dealing with...
How to Enforce a Non-Disclosure Agreement
It’s frustrating when sensitive information you trusted someone with ends up leaked or misused. Whether it’s a disgruntled employee, a careless contractor, or a business partner who overstepped, these situations can cost you time, money, and credibility. If you’re...
Understanding Business Fraud and Legal Defenses
Being accused of business fraud can send shockwaves through your entire operation. You may be facing frozen assets, internal confusion, concerned employees, or even a damaged reputation. On top of that, the legal side can feel like a maze, especially if you're unsure...
