Business disagreements are common, but some conflicts signal a deeper legal problem. Recognizing early warning signs may help California business owners protect contracts, partnerships and operations before a dispute reaches court. Communication suddenly breaks down A...
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The rising risk of online defamation
The larger your business, the more exposure it has -- and the more crucial your reputation becomes. Unfortunately, it has become all too easy for false statements to spread like wildfire, sometimes leading to irreparable harm. Going back in time, it was much harder to...
Five early warning signs a partnership dispute may lead to litigation
Partnership disputes rarely start with a lawsuit. If you run a business in California, early warning signs often appear long before anyone files a claim. Spotting these issues early can help you understand when a disagreement may move past negotiation. Communication...
Why buy-sell agreements fail and how to protect your interests
A buy-sell agreement is designed to set clear rules for what happens when a business co-owner leaves, passes away or can no longer run the business. In theory, it keeps ownership transitions smooth and prevents disputes, but in practice, many agreements fall short....
3 reasons for business partner disputes and how to avoid them
Business partnerships are common in Southern California. Ideally, partners work together to make the business stronger. Each partner brings their own skills, abilities and professional contacts, which can help the company achieve long-term success. However, there are...
Top 5 contract clauses you must know to protect your business
As a business owner, you have worked tirelessly to achieve success. Your focus now is on maintaining momentum and ensuring your business is free from risks. In doing so, you found that your contracts have the potential to start problems in your company. Contracts are...
3 signs your business corporation might face a tax audit soon
Running a large business corporation comes with many responsibilities, and one of the most important is managing taxes correctly. While most entrepreneurs do their best to stay compliant, mistakes or oversights can draw unwanted attention from tax authorities. A tax...
Utilizing outside counsel when investigating an employee
When a workplace issue arises that requires an internal investigation, such as allegations of harassment, discrimination or misconduct, medium and larger businesses without in-house counsel often face challenges in managing the process effectively. Using outside...
Signs that a shareholder dispute is heading toward litigation
At first glance, a dispute among shareholders may seem like a bump in the road or something to resolve over a few emails or a boardroom conversation. But, even seemingly minor disagreements can escalate into full-blown litigation, especially when financial interests,...
Did a business partner breach their fiduciary duty?
Business partners might find themselves disagreeing about a variety of matters. Sometimes, an unexpected offer to buy the business could leave them arguing about the future of the company. Other times, partners’ visions for company development may begin to diverge...

