California entered 2026 with sweeping new laws governing private construction projects, and the consequences of non-compliance are significant. Whether you are an owner breaking ground on a new commercial development, a general contractor managing subcontractors, or a...
Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept for California businesses, it is a present reality embedded in supply chains, pricing systems, hiring tools, and client-facing platforms. And with that reality comes a rapidly expanding frontier of litigation...
On large-scale construction projects, payment disputes are rarely simple. Contractors and subcontractors who complete work and supply materials are entitled to be paid, but collecting what is owed can quickly become complicated when an owner disputes the amount, runs...
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) requires public agencies to evaluate proposed projects for potential environmental impacts before approving them. That review can cover air quality, noise, traffic, land use, and more. For developers, the process has...
Many California business owners view at-will employment as an ironclad defense. You might assume you can fire an employee at any time for any reason. However, our state’s complex labor laws often challenge this assumption. Relying solely on at-will status often leaves...
Ensure HR Accuracy By Recognizing and Fixing 3 Frequent FMLA Blunders For employers, FMLA compliance is a legal obligation that demands precision and consistency. A single HR error such as a missed notice, mishandled certification or poor recordkeeping can expose your...
Balancing Business Needs and Employee Privacy: Navigating California's Surveillance Laws Workplace surveillance in California presents a significant legal challenge for businesses due to the state's robust privacy laws. Employers must find a balance between their...
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Managing Partner Jeremy D. Huie announced the firm’s new name of Gallagher Huie + Blum following the departure of longtime partner Noel Edlin. GH + B’s new website can be found at www.teamghb.com and firm email addresses now utilize the teamghb.com domain. Telephone...
San Francisco, CA – July 29, 2025 – Gallagher Huie + Blum is proud to share that six of our accomplished attorneys have once again been selected for inclusion in the prestigious 2025 Northern California Super Lawyers list. Recognized Super Lawyers: Fred M. Blum – A...
GHB is committed to upholding the highest standards in legal services through the strategic adoption of advanced technologies. We've recently integrated Thomson Reuters' CoCounsel and Precision AI into our practice, a move designed to significantly enhance our...
We are delighted to announce that Caitlin Wiley-Walker has been elevated to Partner at Gallagher Huie + Blum. Caitlin’s outstanding work in environmental, general litigation, toxic tort, and personal injury defense, including securing a recent product liability case...
Case Background In a significant victory for our client, a leading amusement ride manufacturer and its affiliated companies, Gallagher Huie + Blum (GHB) attorneys successfully obtained summary judgment in a complex personal injury case involving allegations of design...
Introduction In a recent high-profile case, Gallagher Huie + Blum (GHB) successfully defended the San Francisco 49ers in a wrongful death lawsuit alleging negligence and premises liability. The case, which stemmed from a 2018 assault at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara,...