Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution in which a neutral third party facilitates discussions between the opposing parties to help them reach a mutually agreeable settlement. One of…
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A sole proprietorship is the business structure of choice for a single-person organization that is not incorporated. In essence, a sole proprietor is the owner of the business and may…
In December, 2016, President Obama signed into law the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act (Act) aimed at revitalizing water infrastructure in the country. The main provisions of the…
When you start up a business with co-founders, there are a number of issues that should be discussed and negotiated at the outset to avoid conflicts in the future. The…
California Civil Code Section 1938 was passed in 2012 and set forth requirements for the inspection and certification of disability compliant commercial facilities. The legislation mandated that commercial lease forms…
When you are notified that you are part of a class of plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit, you may be uncertain about how your legal rights will be affected…
One of the tools that litigants can use to dismiss a dispute in its entirety before trial or to set aside certain issues from litigation is a motion for summary…
Homeowners who are facing the possibility of foreclosure may choose to relinquish their homes through a short sale. A short sale allows a homeowner who is delinquent in mortgage payments…
California has a number of state-specific rules applicable to buyers and sellers in the course of a real estate transaction. Many of these laws tend to favor the purchaser, such…
Deciding whether to lease or purchase a place of business is a critical decision for both financial and strategic reasons. While many businesses choose to lease their premises, there are…