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Both commercial property owners and businesses leasing commercial facilities may be legally or contractually responsible for property taxes. Some types of commercial leases pass responsibility for property taxes to tenants. Otherwise, the party that owns the property...
Ending a business partnership is never easy. Like any relationship, professional partnerships sometimes reach a point where separation becomes the best path forward. Understanding how to part ways properly protects both parties and preserves what the business has...
You built equity in a company. Now the majority is cutting you out by withholding dividends, blocking access to financial records, or pushing a buyout at a fraction of what your stake is worth. This is a shareholder freeze-out, and California law gives you real tools...
The automotive sales world is highly competitive. Large investments in advertisements, perks for customers, such as refreshments or branded swag, and salespeople capable of closing transactions can help dealerships stand out from their competition. Those running...
Hiring independent contractors can save companies money. Instead of the ongoing financial obligation to pay a salary, they only need to pay for services rendered during specific projects. Independent contractors provide companies with flexibility to scale up or down...
When you believe company leaders have engaged in wrongdoing, you may feel that no one inside the business will address it. That concern often grows when the same directors or officers control whether the corporation takes action. You may bring a shareholder derivative...
If you lead a private company, you may feel trapped between your vision and shareholder friction. For founders and executives in media and entertainment, your IP and reputation drive enterprise value. So, when partners turn on each other, the stress hits hard and...
When you work with another person or business to develop a product, it is easy to assume everyone has the same understanding of who owns the intellectual property rights. Unfortunately, disagreements can surface later, especially if the work becomes valuable....
People starting businesses with partners usually negotiate in-depth contracts. Their partnership agreement outlines contributions and compensation. It may also include restrictive covenants that protect the business from future competition and even a buy-sell...
California employers operate under some of the nation’s most employee-protective labor and employment laws. Many businesses are prepared to address obvious workplace issues, but some of the most expensive lawsuits stem from compliance gaps that employers didn’t...
