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If You Have a Trust, Do You Need a Will?

A trust is an essential estate planning tool that comes with many advantages. It can allow you to pass your assets to loved ones without going through probate and ensure the financial details of your estate remain private. A trust can also help reduc… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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California Minimum Wage Updates: What Employers Need to Know to Avoid Wage Claims

California employers must keep apprised of any minimum wage updates to avoid wage claims. While the amount of the minimum wage changes on an annual basis, and many localities have their own requirements, the wage laws can often be confusing to naviga… Read More
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Categories: Employment Law
Melissa Engle Listed as S…

Melissa Engle Listed as San Diego Top Lawyer for 2025

We are proud to share that White and Bright Partner Melissa Engle was listed in San Diego Magazine’s 2025 list of Top Lawyers. Melissa’s listing appeared in the business law section. She handles both litigation and transactional work primarily in… Read More
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The Importance of a Power of Attorney for Aging Parents

A power of attorney for an elderly parent can be a crucial tool to ensure you can make decisions on their behalf if they become unable to do so themselves. But having valid powers of attorney in place for financial matters and healthcare is not only… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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Top Asset Protection Mistakes Business Owners Make — and How to Avoid Them

As a business owner, it’s crucial to take precautions to safeguard your personal wealth and protect your business assets. However, many business owners fail to implement the necessary asset protection strategies, leaving their assets exposed to cre… Read More
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Categories: Asset Protection
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Defending Against Wrongful Termination Claims in California: What Employers Should Document

With employment-related lawsuits on the rise, it’s important for employers to know how to defend themselves. Significantly, when it comes to employee termination, having the right documentation in place is vital to ensure a company and its bottom l… Read More
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Categories: Employment Law
Fred Pfister Named a San…

Fred Pfister Named a San Diego Business Journal Leader of Influence in Law for 2025

White and Bright LLP congratulates real estate attorney and Co-Managing Partner Fred Pfister on being named to the San Diego Business Journal’s 2025 Leaders of Influence in Law list. Fred’s inclusion reflects his longstanding commitment to helpin… Read More
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Adapting to the New Market: Commercial Purchase and Sale Trends in California Real Estate

Whether you’re a developer, investor, business owner, builder, or lender, it’s crucial to keep up to date with the trends in the commercial real estate industry. Looking forward into 2026, analysts anticipate economic stabilization and slow, temp… Read More
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Categories: Real Estate
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White and Bright Welcomes Associate Attorney Jacquelyn Zuniga-Calderon

For new White and Bright, LLP Associate Attorney Jacquelyn Zuniga-Calderon, the path to a legal career started long before law school. Her father, a small businessman, often turned to Jacky for assistance interpreting business and legal documents to… Read More
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What to Know About Medical Power of Attorney in California: 5 Key Facts

If you become incapacitated due to cognitive decline or an accident-related injury, you may want family members to step in to ensure your wishes are met regarding your medical treatment. However, there are certain steps that must be followed to ensur… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning