When California business owners face a dispute with their business partner, usually the last thing they want to do is take the dispute to court. In some cases, litigation is necessary to find a fair resolution; however, it is usually expensive, time-consuming and exhausting while drawing your attention away from your company. On the other hand, declining to consult an…[...]

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Employers typically take great care when hiring new employees. They want to ensure they have the proper skills and ambition to help the company succeed. Regardless of how careful employers are, the risk of legal issues remains. It is impossible to avoid all employment issues, and dealing with disgruntled employees can be one of the most challenging. Employers must handle matters…[...]

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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) defines a whistleblower as someone who informs the authorities about a person or organization engaged in illegal or unacceptable behavior. OSHA’s whistleblower laws protect employees from employer retaliation, such as dismissal, discipline, harassment, and demotion. California has additional Whistleblower laws that also come into play. Employers often have two very different perspectives when…[...]

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Trademark infringement is a serious and complex risk for business owners. However, it can often be difficult to determine if an action – or in some cases, a word – truly infringes on another company’s protected and valid symbol, especially when it comes down to common terms shared by many companies. A recent Supreme Court case emphasizes just how difficult…[...]

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Building relationships is an important part of any business strategy, which takes time and careful effort to establish these relationships or business partnerships. What happens, however, if a competitor interferes with a business relationship? Business owners can take legal action against wrongful interference, but they must know what elements are necessary to prove such interference occurred. THE FOUR ELEMENTS OF WRONGFUL…[...]

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Any business owner understands the challenge of starting a business. Between drafting business plans, market research, building the infrastructure, securing space, hiring, and securing funding, there is little room for error. The process of dissolving a corporation is also challenging. Workers cannot just stop business operations and hang up a “closed” sign. Mistakes in this process can result in monetary…[...]

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Business owners work hard for what their company has achieved. Everything from the purpose of the business to the carefully cultivated clients is a valued and protected asset for entrepreneurs. Even the logo or branding represents a hard-fought victory full of symbolism, dedication, pride – and perhaps most importantly crucial brand identity and value. Consequently, when another company or individual…[...]

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The innovations that companies develop are some of their most valuable assets, and theft of that asset – typically known as “intellectual property” or “IP” can be devastating. That theft can limit your business’s profitability, damage its reputation among consumers and have a long-term impact on your business’s success. If a person or company has stolen your business’s IP, the…[...]

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Businesses struggle every day to remain competitive in their industry. With rapid advancements in technology and a constant pressure to innovate, a company’s trade secrets are vital to maintaining an edge. Protecting these trade secrets is typically crucial to your business’s survival. California helps businesses protect this information with the Universal Trade Secrets Act (UTSA). PROTECTED INFORMATION Lawmakers designed the UTSA with…[...]

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Conflict between business partners can sometimes seem inevitable. Many business owners understand the benefits of using alternative dispute resolution (ADR) to settle disputes. For those finding themselves facing potential litigation, ADR might be a better option. ADR is an alternative to courtroom litigation that enables entities or individuals to settle disputes through compromise by way of mediation, or through arbitration which…[...]

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