News Type: Articles

Brandy Alonzo-Mayland was published in Law360 for her analysis of the California Supreme Court’s recent decision in Iloff v. LaPaille, which tightens the standard for employers asserting a “good faith” defense in minimum wage disputes. Her piece, “Calif. Justices Usher In Stricter Era For Wage Law Ignorance,” underscores a pivotal point: ignorance of wage obligations does not equal good faith. In California, employers must be proactive—documenting compliance and conducting regular wage audits—to avoid costly exposure.

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Madison Dini has teamed up with Dr. Sheila Barbarino to publish an incredibly important article in Modern Aesthetics. Together, they tackle one of regenerative medicine’s hottest topics: the legal and regulatory complexities surrounding platelet-derived growth factor (PDGF) injectables. From off-label uses to unapproved products, their article—assisted by research from Nicole Benalcazar, an MR associate awaiting bar results—provides crucial insights into how clinicians can navigate the gray zone between scientific innovation and compliance in aesthetic medicine.

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Ling Kong unpacks the sweeping implications of New York’s proposed Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act in his latest article—this one for the New York Law Journal. This landmark legislation, which is poised to regulate “frontier” AI models developed or deployed in the state, could reshape compliance, governance, and incident reporting for the largest players in artificial intelligence. In his piece, Ling breaks down who’s covered, what’s required, and how counsel and clients can prepare for potential amendments before the bill reaches Governor Hochul’s desk. A must-read for anyone advising on high-stakes AI risk and regulation.

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A new article written by Warren Koshofer is featured in Westlaw Today, in which he explores ASTM International’s new Property Resilience Assessment (E3429-24), a groundbreaking standard that integrates climate risk into real estate due diligence. With extreme weather and natural disasters reshaping markets and asset values, this forward-looking framework helps investors, lenders, developers, and insurers evaluate how properties withstand and recover from hazards. Warren’s piece highlights why PRA is quickly becoming more than best practice; it’s a strategic necessity for future-proofing real estate.

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Claire Hoffman brings sharp perspective to Music Business Worldwide in her op-ed, “When Rebellion Becomes Risk: Negotiating Morality in Music Catalog Deals.” Claire unpacks the tension between artistry, controversy, and commercial value, and explains how morals and misconduct clauses have become essential tools for investors navigating today’s music landscape. A great read for anyone invested in the future of catalog acquisitions and the evolving intersection of culture and commerce.

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Elizabeth Tosaris calls attention to a fast-evolving issue in her most recent article published in Insurance Journal. As admitted insurance carriers retreat from the California marketplace and surplus lines expand, must surplus lines carriers offer earthquake coverage with residential property policies? In “Viewpoint: Earthquake Insurance and Surplus Lines: Clarifying a Legal Grey Zone,” Elizabeth walks through the California Insurance Code, prior CDI opinions, and current market practice—and makes a compelling case for regulatory clarity.

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Ling Kong and Michael Shaff have been featured in Crunchbase News with their take on the sweeping QSBS updates under recently enacted federal legislation. In the piece, they break down how the new law reshapes tax incentives for startups and investors — raising capital gains exclusions, shortening holding periods, and expanding company eligibility — reforms poised to drive more investment and liquidity in high-growth sectors. For anyone building or backing innovative companies, their analysis is a must-read.

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As immigration enforcement escalates and compliance demands surge, construction companies face a tightening web of legal risk. In her Daily Journal article, Jane Kutepova unpacks the operational and financial exposures now confronting contractors nationwide — from aggressive I-9 audits and workforce management challenges to subcontractor oversight and evolving wage-and-hour liability. It’s a must-read for industry leaders navigating today’s complex labor landscape.

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Warren Koshofer, with support from summer associate Abhiraj Giritharan, breaks down the high-stakes legal landscape surrounding LA’s run-up to the 2028 Summer Olympics in his most recent article published by Corporate Compliance Insights. With the FIFA World Cup and Super Bowl also headed to Southern California, the region is poised for an economic surge, but that momentum comes with risks spanning labor and hospitality, environmental regulation, insurance coverage, and IP protection. Warren’s story offers timely insights for businesses ready to navigate the legal maze of LA28.

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Ling Kong explains why M&A is no longer just a lucrative exit, but a strategic path forward for startups. In his article for Corporate Compliance Insights, Ling breaks down how founders and in-house counsel can navigate today’s capital-constrained market through disciplined dealmaking, risk allocation, and creative structuring. The takeaway: legal teams aren’t just advisers; they’redeal architects shaping the future of growth.
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