It’s hard to create and manage a business on your own. That’s why many people end up working with one or more people to start their entrepreneurial endeavor. Yet, even though obligations and responsibilities are often clearly spelled out in partnership agreements and...
California is a large state with a hands-on government, and many if not most businesses in the San Diego area will at some point have dealings with a state agency or a local San Diego governmental authority. While these encounters are frequently routine, in some...
When a business decides to start a lawsuit, its attorneys will make an effort to commence the lawsuit in a jurisdiction that is believed to be favorable for the company. The basis for assuming this favoritism can be many things – the court is located in a city where...
Businesses are always looking for ways to cut costs, and one of the first areas for this inquiry is reducing the cost of litigation. Not only are legal fees high but a complex lawsuit requires the hiring of one or more experts, the conduct of expensive tests and...
Business owners, officers, and employees are legally obligated to act in the best interest of the business. When a party acts in their own self-interest, and as a result, causes harm to the company, partners, and/or shareholders, they may be liable for breaching their...
A business dispute can quickly threaten to derail your company and cause you an extensive amount of harm. You may lose suppliers, customers, and profits, all while your reputation is tarnished. Whether you’re facing breach of contract issues or problems with a...
Your business probably heavily relies on vendors to ensure that you have the supply needed to meet your customer’s demands. While you might go months or years without seeing an issue with a particular vendor, it’s practically inevitable that you’ll eventually have a...
Many lawsuits can be prevented. The odds of business litigation may be reduced with certain strategies. Act early Minor grievances among management and partners may grow into major disputes. Dividing equity, business goals, and assigning responsibility are among the...
When a contract has been breached, it can have significant consequences for the business that is impacted by the breach. For that reason, it is helpful to know the different types of damages available for breach of contract which may include monetary and other types...
Business disputes in San Diego and throughout California can be complicated and lead to rancor and litigation. Often, these cases involve disagreements over money. It is not just private businesses that become involved in these contentious circumstances, but the city...