On behalf of Baker & Associates | Jul 7, 2020 | business litigation
When a former employee misappropriates your company’s secrets in violation of their non-compete agreement with your company, it may feel like a punch in the gut and you may not know how to respond. What do non-compete agreements protect? Non-compete agreements protect...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | Jun 24, 2020 | business litigation
A business partnership is often compared to a marriage. A partnership resembles marriage in many ways—close relationships, shared finances, shared responsibility for the “kids”, i.e., employees. And just like divorce, splitting with a business partner can be...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | Jun 2, 2020 | business litigation
When a business partner breaches their partnership or joint venture agreement with you, it can feel like a betrayal. You may feel the urge to take immediate action against them, but letting emotions take over could put the business at risk. California business owners...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | May 28, 2020 | Business Formation, business litigation
Business mergers can be incredibly complex. It takes time and great care to negotiate a deal, navigate the legal process and merge businesses properly while reducing risks for both companies. The stress of a merger between two large companies might only increase if...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | May 21, 2020 | business litigation
Business owners know that once they enter the business world, it is likely that they will face a serious legal issue at some point in their careers. However, sometimes a high-risk lawsuit can crop up without warning, whether it is from another business, a business...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | May 14, 2020 | business litigation
There is no doubt that almost all businesses face significant risks when it comes to social media, even more so when they are already mired in complex litigation. Handling negative social media is the last thing that business owners want to do while they navigate...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | May 12, 2020 | business litigation
California business owners know that their company could suffer significant losses if they are faced with a lawsuit – whether it is one brought against them or one they file themselves. It is possible to proactively plan for the risks involved in a lawsuit;...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | Apr 17, 2020 | business litigation
In the first few months of 2020, the world’s primary concern has been COVID-19 – more commonly known as the coronavirus. The widespread virus has devastated several individuals and the U.S. stock market and economy. California declared a state of emergency...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | Apr 1, 2020 | business litigation
Central to the success of every business is its strategy to stay ahead of the competition. Part of that includes finding, empowering and retaining top talent – keeping them away from other companies. It’s why so many businesses ask critical workers to sign non-compete...
On behalf of Baker & Associates | Mar 25, 2020 | business litigation, employment law
2019 was filled with employee protests claiming they are not getting the pay they deserve. Uber drivers objected to their employment and pay status. Amazon employees across the country protested the caps on their work hours and pay. AB 5 in California is wreaking...
