For our readers in California, it probably seems like there is nothing that can slow down a real estate development plan quite like litigation. Let’s face it – no one wants to get involved in a courtroom battle when they are trying to accomplish an enterprise that, in...
When a large company in Orange County is facing a business dispute, such as intellectual property litigation, tax disputes or accusations of fraud they may want to try to avoid a full trial. The trial process can be lengthy and expensive, and large companies may feel...
Being an auto dealer can be complicated, and as the years go by, it just gets more and more complicated. Of course, there is the sales side and the ever-expanding number of competitors, but there are also the ever-increasing number of laws that regulate sales. This is...
Claims of wrongful termination and retaliation can be seriously damaging to your business. While you certainly might end up facing a big judgment against you if you’re found to have wrongfully terminated or otherwise retaliated against an employee, you can also see...
Businesses in California and throughout the nation take specific steps to stand out among the rest. The competition can be high in certain industries, making it imperative that a business take measures to market themselves and increase their value. In order to...
Many real estate owners in California may be aware that in June 2020, the Apartment Association of Greater Los Angeles filed a lawsuit against the city that challenged the eviction ban, the prohibition on late fees, the ban on imposing of interest on unpaid rent, and...
Real estate developers are well versed in the roadblocks that can pop up and slow down a project. One of the first that developers often encounter involves zoning ordinances. This issue can block a project before it even begins. In most cases, cities or municipalities...
When a business is first established, it is planned and organized to be successful. However, over time, what it means to be successful can change. As a company expands, changes it overall purpose or deals with financial issues, it may require a restructuring. A...
When a contract is breached, it may mean more than a headache for the non-breaching party. For that reason, it is important for the party harmed by a contract breach to know what types of damages may be available to them through a breach of contract claim against the...
Building a strong brand takes time, effort and money. Once you’ve built a brand, you should do everything you can to protect it. If you don’t, others may be able to reap the goodwill you’ve created, damaging your business’s reputation. GM leans on trademark law in...
