The holiday season is the most important time of year for many California business owners, as it can be the final push to maximize profits. With all that is on the line, any issue that jeopardizes business can be catastrophic. One such issue is construction work. Construction work is often necessary to the safety and/or success for one business, but…[...]

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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 events for 14 months. According…[...]

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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 the fundamental concepts that define your…[...]

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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 or something else? This is…[...]

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In the course of operating a business in California, situations may arise in which another party tries to use your protected materials without permission. This is not uncommon, especially here in California where so many businesses thrive based on inventions, creations and other highly protected products and services. When this situation arises, it is important for a business owner to…[...]

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To remain competitive in the marketplace, businesses often need to provide something special to consumers and clients. This might include faster service, a better product or unique solutions. In any of these cases, the information or method that gives your company its edge may be classified as a trade secret. Examples of trade secrets For instance, your company might create…[...]

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Fighting legal battles with employees and former employees can consume massive resources and put the future and success of a business in jeopardy. Because of this, California employers typically take steps to prevent disputes and avoid litigation when possible. One way to do this is to attempt to prohibit workers from filing class-action claims in an arbitration agreement. Group legal action can…[...]

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As a business owner, you protect your most precious brands and assets through copyright and trademark. These legal safeguards are part of the success of some of the world’s most well-known products and services. These products can become so well-known that their name could be used interchangeably with other products; for example, you might say Kleenex to mean tissue or…[...]

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If you own a business in Beverly Hills, you know that maintaining successful relationships with customers, contractors, vendors and other partners is crucial. You should also know that oftentimes, these relationships and the deals that come with them are defined in writing with a contract. In the event that a party breaches – or breaks – the terms of a…[...]

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Residential building requirements are very strict in California. There are numerous laws, definitions and regulations in place to ensure dwellings are safe and free from defects. It is, therefore, no surprise that claims for construction defects are one of the most common disputes that arise in the construction industry. Identifying construction defects can be a challenge, but it is crucial…[...]

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