KINLEY LAW POSTS

Several years ago, I started writing the California Healthcare Law report in order to report on various issues facing physicians and other healthcare professionals. Little did I know that it would take on a life of its own. Recently, a fellow blogger reported on the "TOP 75 Health Law Blogs." California Health Care Law is in the top 75 nationwide. While the blog has typically reported various issues that I have worked on over the years, the response has been terrific. Clien

Kinley Law Practice has won the rare reversal from the California Court of Appeals on behalf of its clients, Double Rock Baptist Church. The Court of Appeal for the Second District agreed with Mr. Kinley's argument that a Church resolution by the Board did not constitute a contract. The contract did not meet basic, law school learned, requirements for a contract such as assent or consideration. Double Rock Baptist Church is a dynamic and successful church in the the south l

All businesses need to be careful with hiring and paying attorneys. American Express at Open Forum reports on the different ways that law firms take advantage of clients. Some examples: Including charges for corporate, estate planning and real estate forms that they have used multiple times and billed to multiple clients. Being shuffled off to less experienced attorneys and paying for the “supervision” by the senior attorney; and, refusing to negotiate the billable hour and

“During required rest periods, employers must relieve their employees of all duties and relinquish any control over how employees spend their break time.” So ruled the California Supreme Court last month in JENNIFER AUGUSTUS v. ABM SECURITY SERVICES, INC. In the case, a security guard company required the guards to keep their phones and communication devices in the “ON” position and to “remain vigilant” during breaks. In deciding the case, the court was reviewing an Industr