A Client-Focused Approach to Business and Real Estate Law
Relationships ebb and flow through time, and those forged in business are no different. Even the most solid business partnerships may face challenges that call the future of the organization into question. Some disputes arise more often in a business partnership....
Past posts on this blog touched upon scenarios where a business partner may be in breach of contract. Like many business owners and executives in California, you may believe these situations only include cases where a partner prematurely ends an agreement without you...
Companies may face litigation in California under the state's Business and Professions Code Section 17200. This consumer protection code prohibits fraudulent, unfair and illegal business practices and actions. Review the terms of this state law so you can avoid or...
When a business partner, supplier, or customer says that they will sue you, it can be tempting to write it off as an idle threat or view their claims as being without merit. However, your personal opinion on the issue doesn’t matter. In fact, from a legal standpoint,...
Business partners will occasionally disagree. You can take steps to minimize the possibility of a dispute by creating a partnership agreement that clearly outlines the rights and responsibilities of you and your partners. However, no precautions are entirely...
Forming and running a successful business takes hard work and a little bit of luck. When a California resident takes the big step to open their own enterprise, they often put time, money, and tons of effort into making sure their business has the best possible chance...
If you own a small business, you may be so focused on building its success that you have not given thought to the possibility of a lawsuit. Taking precautions now will prepare you and save your budding business if the unexpected should become a reality. Your personal...
Contract breaches and disputes can create a variety of different types of headaches for businesses and busines owners. For that reason, it is helpful to understand what a breach of contract is and what the non-breaching business owner can do about it. Types of breach...
We can all likely agree that, at this point, there are not very many things left unaffected by the ongoing health crisis. However, one of the most negatively affected populations have been business owners who were forced to shut down, resulting in significant losses...
Large retail projects are big business in Southern California. Once they are open, they are expected to be a boon to the community in many ways with foot traffic, shopping, dining, entertainment and more. It is easily forgotten that a significant amount of time and...