The federal government awards billions of dollars every year in construction contracts. These projects cover everything from constructing government buildings to improving infrastructure to even classified jobs. To maintain fairness and impartiality in rewarding these...
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Tips for negotiating with powerful suppliers
California businesses, especially those in construction, understand the influence that powerful suppliers wield over the industry. These once-competitive fields supported dozens of different suppliers, but after decades of business, they have since consolidated into a...
When can business owners object to a discovery request?
Litigation can be time-consuming, expensive and stressful for business owners. While it is not always possible to avoid litigation, a party might be able to reach settlements during the discovery phase of litigation. WHAT IS DISCOVERY? Discovery is the process where...
When should a contract have a survival clause?
Business contracts do not last forever. Many of them include a specific date when the contract ends, whether it is an employment contract or part of a partnership agreement. However, terminating the terms of a contract is not always in the best interest of the...
Businesses: ADA accommodations extend to websites
In previous blog posts, we have discussed the importance for businesses to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If they do not make their businesses accessible, they face the risk of lawsuits from both consumers and employees. However, a landmark...
Amazon facing federal lawsuit: What businesses should know
Large companies often feel like they are untouchable. However, often just the opposite is true. The larger a business becomes, the more risks they must manage – and the more scrutiny they might face. These increased risks are clear in the lawsuit recently filed...
What can you do when a non-compete agreement is violated?
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...
How to defend against a partnership dispute
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...
Know the next steps to take after a contract breach
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...
Large mergers might carry the risk of 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...