If you have a brick-and-mortar location for your business, which isn't necessarily a guarantee, you will likely have a landlord of some sort. Relatively few businesses outright own their primary location, and there are some growing signs that commercial real estate is...
In almost every industry, people default on their debts. It can be other companies, or it can be individual consumers. Whatever the reason for the default, it puts businesses in a delicate, unpleasant place. To recover a debt, companies often turn to collection...
It's common for business stakeholders to consider their business competition to be a bit like a war. And, as the saying goes, "all's fair in love and war." That is, in fact, not the case regarding interactions with your competitors. Going too far can lead to...
Contracts are a fundamental aspect of any business, but disputes can arise even when both parties have acted in good faith. In California, contract disputes can be complex and time-consuming, with a number of different legal avenues available for resolution. Types of...
Online retail is an extremely simple, inexpensive way to explore a new revenue stream or expand your entrepreneurship. However, while opening an online store is as simple as creating a website, there are legal complexities you must understand. Three legal challenges...
Limited liability companies are one of the most flexible and simple to set up. The right choice of business structure demands a close conference with a lawyer. However, below are some high-level points that can guide your choices. What most like about LLCs LLCs offer...
Both commercial and residential property owners have significant risks when it comes to construction defects. Briefly, a construction defect is a mistake or problem with a completed construction project. An undiscovered construction defect can become a liability to...
California law dictates much of your relationship with your employees. Keeping track of updates and minor changes is a vital business process. For 2023, there are four important changes that can make a massive impact on your company. Pay range publications One of the...
To employ minors in California, you and the potential employee must have a work permit. That permit applies to nearly all individuals under the age of 18. If your company wishes to employ a minor, you must ensure legal compliance to avoid potential legal consequences....
With Halloween behind us, employers across California are gearing up for the holiday season. There are many coming federal and religious holidays, which means much of your staff may pursue using their vacation time. Now is a good time to brush up on some basic...