Business transactions are an everyday occurrence in California. Signing contracts is a common aspect of such transactions, with agreements involving anywhere from two individuals to groups of entire companies. A contract can be customized to protect the best interests...
Legal contracts can be interpreted in various different ways. That is why business owners must be sure that the legal language in contracts is properly chosen. However, this is still not a guarantee that a business will be able to completely avoid contract disputes in...
Shannen Doherty, known for her role in "Beverly Hills, 90210," filed a lawsuit on Aug. 19 in California against the company that formerly handled her business management and one of its employees. Court documents show that the plaintiff alleges breach of contract and...
It is important to properly screen all potential employees. This can help business owners avoid possible future issues caused by problematic workers in California. However, there may be times when a business ends up hiring a problematic employee despite proper...
When retirement plan investment professionals in California intentionally make decisions that are not in the best interests of their clients, they may be held liable. In one out-of-state case involving regulatory compliance, Intel Corporation faces a suit filed by a...
Business depends upon legal agreements between parties being honored. Failure to do so by a party to a business contract can result in contract disputes in California. Wal-Mart Stores Inc. is now facing this type of situation and has recently filed a breach of...
In business, it is always important to understand the rules of the game. This means keeping up with the latest laws and regulations governing one's specific industry, in California and elsewhere. However, each industry has its own regulatory compliance issues, which...
Running a business includes dealing with a variety of unforeseen issues as they occur. Of the potential bumps in the road for companies in California, contract disputes are common. This happens when a party to a contract fails to adhere to the terms agreed to in the...
The law is not always black and white. Many times, what is legal is not clear, which can cause conflicts, particularly when doing business in new industries that usually lack clear regulatory rules. This can result in serious legal issues for these businesses. Uber is...
Honoring one's word is often something that is taught to a person as a child. It is a basic tenet of all sectors of society, including the business world in California. Any business transaction is based upon parties agreeing to contractual terms. Failure to adhere to...
