Business Law

Are your business contracts valid? You don't want to sign a contract that won't protect you and any party you work with. Despite taking the time to draft a solid contract, some factors can invalidate it if you’re not careful when drafting. Illegal subject matter The...

Treating a worker as an independent contractor when you, as an employer, should treat them as an employee is unlawful. Such misclassification could expose your business to serious legal trouble and undesirable consequences. Misclassifying employees as independent...

In the competitive business landscape, safeguarding your trade secrets is paramount to maintaining a competitive edge. As such, you need effective strategies that your businesses can employ to prevent the leakage of trade secrets, potentially ensuring the security and...

When purchasing real estate, it is common for people to use contingency clauses. These clauses give them a form of protection in case things fall through.  For instance, the offer to purchase the property may have an inspection contingency clause. If the property...

You and your shareholders want the best for the company, but that doesn’t mean you’re always on the same page. Whilst you agree that you want to see the company expand, you may not have a consensus on how to get there. Shareholder disputes can arise for numerous...

When employers hear the word “disability,” they often think of mobility impairments. However, many types of conditions are considered disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Among them are hearing disabilities.  Millions of Americans have some...

Getting an idea for a new business is only the very beginning of the entrepreneurial process. People also need to research and plan for their company’s launch, actually form the business and start operating the company. After someone has done the basic market research...

As an employer, you are legally obligated to provide reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities to help them perform essential functions of their job. It aligns with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and California's Fair Employment and Housing...

A sole proprietorship is the simplest and most straightforward business entity, and many people find that reality to be appealing. They don't have to share control over their company with a partner and don't have to answer to a board of directors. They also don't have...

A business contract is a written record of the agreement that you have with a service provider, a vendor or a customer. Those who commit their agreements to writing make it easier to enforce their agreement if either party fails to follow through on the arrangements....