Construction Disputes Many business owners of different-sized organizations in the San Diego area will have to engage in a construction project as part of their business plan. Eve Mazzarella discusses construction disputes. Whether the organization needs to build a...
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Finding the Right Business Litigation Lawyer
Finding the Right Business Litigation Lawyer Business litigation in California will oftentimes reach a point at which someone needs to make a “business decision” – which usually means a decision between settling the case or pushing on with litigation, even to trial....
Who can challenge a will?
Who can challenge a will? When a San Diego area resident passes away and has a will most assume that their wishes will be honored, and the estate will be settled as the deceased wanted. But there are circumstances that arise in which this is not the case. Sometimes a...
To pursue or not to pursue a default
When to pursue a default The economy, the use of office space and the attendance of workers at a central location have evolved since 2020. In many cases, this has led to tenants falling behind on their rent. When this occurs, commercial landlords must balance the...
What Does Probate Mean?
What Does Probate Mean? The idea of probate litigation can be scary, and indeed, that fear is warranted. After all, when probate litigation ensues, it is a complicated court process, just like any other litigation. Though, demystifying probate can alleviate some of...
Things to Consider When Contesting a Will
Contesting a Will A will is a legal document outlining a deceased person’s wishes after they die and how their assets will be distributed to their beneficiaries. Some beneficiaries will receive specific requests and others will obtain remaining assets divided up as...
Professor Sues Students for Posting Midterm and Final Exams Online – Copyright Infringement
Copyright Infringement Copyright infringement lawsuits usually involve intellectual property that can be duplicated and sold by the owner, such as a novel or TV script, or formulae for industrial processes that can likewise be converted into large sums of money....
The basics of civil trials
Basics of a Civil Trial Eve Mazzarella discusses how trials in civil lawsuits happen less frequently than many of our readers probably think. The sheer number of lawsuits filed in California and the feasibility of alternative dispute resolution in many cases means...
Will alternative dispute resolution end your case before trial?
Alternative Dispute Resolution ADR Eve Mazzarella discusses when businesses in California initially get involved in litigation, many decision-makers likely think “this case is absolutely going to trial.” The differences between the parties in the case, at least at the...
When does business competition cross the line?
Business Competition Eve Mazzarella discusses how business competition is a driving force in the American business environment, spurring innovation and improving goods and services. There are limits, however, to how far a business person can go in trying to gain an...