The Corporate Flexibility Act of 2011 (SB 201), introduced to the California state legislature in February, is discussed in an article by G&B partner David Adelman. The Los Angeles Lawyer‘s monthly guest column “The Final Argument” provided the forum for Mr. Adelman to review the pros and cons of the pending legislation. The Corporate Social Continue Reading …
John Yates Presents on Design Piracy Act
March 11, 2011 By
The Innovative Design Protection and Piracy Prohibition Act (IDPPPA) was the focus of a recent presentation by G&B associate John R. Yates to the Intellectual Property Section of the Ventura County Bar Association. The IDPPPA or Design Piracy Act, as it is sometimes called, was unanimously passed by the Senate Judiciary Committee in December 2010 Continue Reading …
John Yates Quoted in Daily Journal Judicial Profile
March 3, 2011 By
“You get your day in court with him,” said John R. Yates, attorney with Greenberg & Bass, LLP. “You get a full chance to be heard, and sometimes more than one.” Mr. Yates’s comments reflect his perception of Los Angeles County Superior Court Commissioner Matthew St. George, whose profile was included in the Daily Journal‘s Continue Reading …
G&B Home to Three Southern California Super Lawyers
January 20, 2011 By
Greenberg & Bass is pleased to announce that three of its attorneys have been selected for inclusion in 2011 Southern California Super Lawyers. Only 5% of the lawyers in Southern California (excluding San Diego) are named to the list. James R. Felton, Managing Partner of G&B, was selected for his primary practice area of business Continue Reading …
LA Business Journal Quotes John Yates on Forever 21 Court Victory
November 16, 2010 By
A federal lawsuit involving clothing store chains Forever 21 and Express was recently resolved when a federal judge in Los Angeles dismissed Express’ claim of copyright infringement against competitor Forever 21. In covering the story, the Los Angeles Business Journal spoke with Greenberg & Bass attorney John R. Yates for additional insight into the case. Continue Reading …
G&B Attorneys Elected to Bar Association Posts
October 4, 2010 By
Managing Partner James R. Felton and Senior Associate John R. Yates both have been elected to Board positions with the San Fernando Valley Bar Association. Jim Felton will serve on the Board of Directors of the Valley Legal Foundation, which provides funding and resources to Valley charitable and civic organizations. John Yates was elected to Continue Reading …
John Yates is Panelist for Design Piracy Seminar
October 4, 2010 By
The California Fashion Association held a seminar on September 27, 2010 focused on piracy and copyright issues and the proposed new bill that would impact the design trade in California. As a seminar panelist, Greenberg & Bass Senior Associate John R. Yates fielded multiple questions from the audience of industry professionals regarding distinctions between current Continue Reading …
David Adelman & Deputy Mayor Austin Beutner
October 4, 2010 By
VICA 1st Vice Chair David Adelman chats with Austin Beutner, First Deputy Mayor of Los Angeles, at a recent VICA After Dark reception. Beutner answered questions from VICA members regarding business enviroment challenges, public private partnerships to advance commerce, and the possibility of his candidacy for Mayor.
VICA Leaders Forum Host Potential Mayoral Candidate
September 23, 2010 By
Commenting on the City of LA’s transportation issues, school system and business environment, developer Rick Caruso fielded questions from guests attending a recent Valley Industry & Commerce Association (VICA) luncheon. David Adelman, 1st Vice Chair of VICA, shared a few moments with Mr. Caruso, who also responded to numerous questions regarding his political future and Continue Reading …
City of LA Makes Strides in Green Energy
September 19, 2010 By
VICA (Valley Industry & Commerce Association) 1st Vice Chair David Adelman joined Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, his business team and other business leaders for the announcement of agreements that are considered a milestone in the city’s efforts to develop green energy sources. The contracts will allow the L.A. Department of Water and Power (LADWP) to work Continue Reading …
