Archive for November, 2017
Nov 17, 2017

Accuracy, clarity, and specificity are crucial when it comes to drafting (or signing) a contract. Failure to prioritize these elements can lead to confusion and, in many cases, costly litigation. Recently, issues stemming from contract language and inaccuracies spurred a dispute between the operators of a stadium and a security company they hired to work […]

Nov 7, 2017

Every aspect of starting a business takes time and energy. Owners expect their investment into the business to reciprocate — to pay back and prosper. When a competitor uses similar language or imagery, it creates brand confusion, a loss of customers and a loss of income. Trademarks provide security for your intellectual property. A trademark protects […]

Nov 1, 2017

Many Californians prefer to work in non-traditional workplaces or under a non-traditional work structure. As such, there has been a dramatic increase in so-called “gig economy” jobs, or jobs on a freelance or short-term basis. However, these environments come with some issues in terms of worker classification. Are workers in these non-traditional occupations employees, independent contractors […]