Small Business Litigation

One thing small businesses and large businesses have in common is liability. Even before a business owner hires employees, he or she can be vulnerable to contract disputes, product liability lawsuits, and creditor liens. Once an owner hires an employ… Read More
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What Is Business Law?

Anyone who owns a company should be able to answer the question, “What is business law?” This is particularly true for someone who is starting a new business. This type of law covers all aspects of the business life cycle, from creation to operat… Read More
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Categories: Business Law

What Is Business Litigation?

In order to control legal liability, all business owners need to have a firm understanding of the answers to the question, “What is business litigation?” Litigation is the claim of damages brought by an accuser, known as the complainant, against… Read More
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Franchisor Potentially Liable for Acts of Franchisee

In a recent case, a California Court of Appeal found that a franchisor could be liable for the sexual harassment and assault committed by the franchisee against the franchisee’s employee. Although the franchisor prevailed on summary judgment in… Read More
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Contractual Recitals Matter!

It is no secret that many entrepreneurs, small businesses, and start up ventures seek to avoid legal fees by cobbling together “do it yourself” contracts from various sources. This practice can have far reaching and potentially devastatin… Read More
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