Infringement on your brand or trademark is not the only way your brand could be put in jeopardy. You may well know that any form of litigation could put your brand at risk. And as we have seen in the last few years, it does not take much for one issue to affect a brand’s image and lead their reputation…[...]

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Employers are well aware that wage and hour claims are one of the most common legal issues they could face throughout their careers. These claims pose a risk particularly because employers must ensure they comply with federal, state and even local laws, all while monitoring pay practices carefully. This risk is on employers’ radar, but a recent report indicates that…[...]

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Companies of all sizes face the risk of antitrust litigation, though the risk substantially increases the larger a business becomes. Business owners must be acutely aware of the antitrust laws regulating their business practices. However, they must also be aware of where this risk comes from to mitigate it. BACKGROUND In the United States, antitrust law is a collection of…[...]

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As a business owner, you take great pains to protect your trade secrets. After all, they are essential to your endeavors and competitive success. There are many strategies you can utilize to secure trade secrets and prevent the risk of theft or misappropriation. However, even after making a reasonable effort to keep these secrets, there are still ways that competitors…[...]

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Entrepreneurs have many opportunities available to grow their business. One strategy that business owners often contemplate is expansion through acquisition. There are various strategic reasons why businesses choose to merge with or acquire another business in their industry. Regardless of the reasons, acquiring a business is a large undertaking. And business owners must be strategic and diligent as they move…[...]

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For developers, contractors and specialty trades, getting complaints of a construction defect can be stressful and costly. They often immediately think of the damage their reputation – and their business – could suffer in this situation, but with certain safeguards in place such pitfalls will be easier to resolve. The mantra should be: act quickly, say nothing, and seek the…[...]

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When business partners take on the business world together, they often know they will face challenges. It is inevitable. Business partners must create a Partnership Agreement (or similarly an Operating Agreement if the entity formed is an LLC) to tackle these challenges effectively. They can work together proactively to avoid serious disputes – especially if they create a specific outline…[...]

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We have discussed the widespread impacts of Assembly Bill 5 in previous blog posts. This law is at the center of many employers’ concerns for the future of their companies. However, a recent decision regarding AB 5 will also have employers looking into the past. THE ABC TEST IS RETROACTIVE By now, most California employers are very familiar with the…[...]

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Keeping certain matters confidential – such as trade secrets and business plans – is critical to navigate the business world. It allows companies to differentiate their products and services and compete successfully. Confidentiality is important, as most employers know. Even so, they must approach this matter with great care. RECENT CASE SHOWS DANGERS OF GENERALIZED AGREEMENTS Employers often use non-disclosure…[...]

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The critical laws that protect the ever-important trademark have been in place since 1946. These laws are essential to ensure businesses avoid the risks of counterfeit marks and secure their brand. Business owners must be aware of the recent additions to sustain and improve these protections. AMENDMENTS REINFORCE TRADEMARK PROTECTIONS At the end of 2020, federal lawmakers added a new…[...]

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