Trial-Ready Counsel for Complex Business Disputes
Any employment dispute can put your business at risk. Not only can a lawsuit significantly damage your reputation among customers and prospective employees, but the cost of these disputes can also significantly impact your bottom line. Because of this, it is important...
Businesses in California produce many different types of products and provide many different services. In order to do these things and run their business though, they rely on customers and other businesses. When businesses interact with others they are usually...
As a shareholder in your business, you likely know that disputes can rock its foundation. If you find yourself in dispute with another shareholder, fulfilling your duties could become difficult. At worst, it could jeopardize your enterprise. Yet, by understanding how...
Developing relationships with other business professionals in California allows you to uncover rewarding opportunities to grow your network. As your contacts increase, you may have the chance to optimize your success through a partnership or other agreement. Setting...
One of the biggest financial decisions of your lifetime is starting a business. The success or failure of your venture depends on careful, detailed planning. A business partnership complicates every decision, even when you know the person well. You never know when...
An impeccable reputation is vital for a business to succeed. If someone knowingly publicized false statements about your company, you may be able to take legal action. A litigation case is a form of defamation occurring when someone makes a claim about your...
Owning a small business in California comes with a lot of ups and downs. You have to continually be on top of your game to keep your business running smoothly. You cannot afford to let legal issues pull you down. That is why there are a few areas of the law you need...
As a business owner or entrepreneur in California, you are likely in possession of intellectual property related to your work. Generally, IP refers to concepts, images or ideas. Some common examples of IP are inventions, song lyrics and logos. There are several legal...
Burkhalter Kessler Clement & George recently helped plaintiffs win their contract dispute against film studio giant Universal City Studios. In this case the people behind the hit cop drama Columbo entered an agreement with Universal Studios. The agreement...
In California, Penal Code section 496(c) allows for the recovery of not only treble damages (three times the amount of the damages), but also reasonable attorney’s fees and costs as well. Penal Code section 496, while typically utilized as a criminal penalty for theft...
