Individuals in California and throughout the country generally have the ability to either rent or own a property. In some instances, it can be in a person's best interest to rent instead of buy. However, let's take a closer look at some of the reasons why a person may...
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Ways to make California websites ADA compliant
Generally speaking, companies that have a website or other online properties must make them accessible to those with disabilities. Failing to do so could put them in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or ADA. According to Title III of the ADA, it is...
A CASp inspection could help against ADA compliance lawsuits
Running a business means that you have a lot on your plate. Your days consist of coming up with new ideas, managing operations, delegating jobs to employees and ensuring the overall success of your company. As a result, you do not want anything to suddenly derail your...
Are the handrails at your business ADA compliant?
When running a business, you need to think of everything from the most obvious aspects of your operations to the most minute detail. Overlooking anything could set your company up for difficulties or even lawsuits. From policies regarding your employees to your...
Tips for complying with ADA website regulations
It is estimated that 25% of all Americans have some type of disability. California residents who are disabled may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Generally speaking, the law requires that companies offer websites...
Businesses Ask: Should I Pay My Rent?
In the current economic crisis, business owners are asking themselves, Should I pay the rent? We would like to highlight some considerations in making that decision, in a keep-it-simple way. Nothing is more important than the long-term relationship between a...
Tenant requests for accommodations or modifications
As the owner of an apartment building, you have many rules and regulations to follow. You likely deal with safety codes, insurance and taxes, not to mention the delicate issues with tenants, rent and evictions. One important matter you cannot overlook is following the...
Protecting small businesses from ADA website lawsuits
Many companies in California may be deeply concerned about how they can protect themselves from a growing number of lawsuits that allege that a website or mobile app is not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Supreme Court declined to review...
Misconceptions about ADA requirements for housing
Some California Apartment owners and managers may encounter erroneous ideas that the Americans With Disabilities Act does not apply in any manner to Apartment Buildings or erroneous ideas that the ADA applies to some aspects of Apartment ownership when it does not. In...
Free Federal Funds For Small Businesses Now
Free Federal Funds for Small Businesses Now The Karlin Law Firm is here to help small businesses, as well as landlords who depend on the rent from their small business tenants. We want every small business owner and their landlords to know about how to obtain the...