The California State Legislature has amended the Health and Safety Code relating to body art. This new law signed by the Governor on October 4, 2013, provides minimum standards for tattoos and branding, including an informed consent document, requires a body art facility and requires any information to be maintained in compliance with HIPPA. Speaking …
The San Fernando Valley Business Journal’s Trusted Advisors Awards were held on August 13th at the Universal Hilton Hotel. Nominees ranged from attorneys to bankers with about 90 finalists in total. Kristi’s commitment to her clients’ goals and objectives, problem solving skills, and excellent reputation contributed to her recognition for this award. Congratulations to Kristi and to all of …
This event was held to benefit ovarian cancer awareness. Proceeds went to the Ovarian Cancer Orange County Alliance. SCD was happy to contribute as a sponsor and a participant!
On August 13th, Kristi Dean will be instructing a seminar at a breakfast hosted by the Insurance Brokers and Agents of the San Fernando Valley. We hope to see you there!
Employers Can “Pick Off” Plaintiffs to Defeat a Federal Wage & Hour Collective Action By Robyn McKibbin, Esq. Plaintiff Laura Symczyk sued her employer on behalf of herself and “other employees similarly situated” alleging the company automatically deducted 30 minutes of time per shift for meal breaks even when the employees performed compensable work in …