Business Law

Most startup founders trust the people they do business with. That trust is valuable, but it can also leave you exposed when a business relationship breaks down. A breach of contract claim can surface from a vendor, a client or even a co-founder. In California, the...

Nondisclosure agreements, commonly known as NDAs, are contracts used to protect confidential business information from unauthorized disclosure. Businesses often use NDAs when sharing sensitive information with employees, contractors, business partners, or potential...

You built your business alongside partners you trusted. You made sacrifices, invested your money and believed in a shared vision. Now you are discovering something troubling. Decisions are being made without your input and financial records are mysteriously...

What is a C Corporation? A C corporation is the default corporate structure under federal tax law. It is treated as a separate legal and tax-paying entity. C corporations are generally subject to double taxation, meaning their income is taxed at the entity level when...

Starting a business with partners requires careful planning. One of the most important steps in protecting both the company and its owners is creating a shareholders agreement or operating agreement. These internal agreements establishhow the business will be managed,...

Forming a corporation or limited liability company (LLC) generally protects business owners from personal liability. However, that protection is not absolute. In certain circumstances, a court may disregard the entity’s separate legal existence and hold owners...

To understand the difference between a limited liability company (LLC) and a corporation, it is helpful to begin with the concept of a business entity. A business entity is a legal structure that governs how a business operates, how it is managed, how it is taxed, and...

A well written contract does more than just set out the terms for a construction project. It can mitigate the risk of legal disputes and pave the way for future offers. In contrast, a poorly written contract can lead to lawsuits and damage your professional...

A single delay on a construction site can trigger a chain reaction: costs rise, tempers flare and before long, lawyers get involved. You can’t control every variable, but you can build systems that keep projects on schedule, protect your reputation and reduce the risk...