In a partnership, two or more individuals jointly own and operate an unincorporated business. The liability of any partner depends upon the type of partnership that the parties have entered…
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Mediation and arbitration offer significant advantages over traditional litigation. These forms of alternative dispute resolution may help parties avoid the considerable time and expenses associated with going to court to…
Under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), state and local agencies must undergo a required analysis and disclosure of the environmental effects of proposed projects and devise a plan to…
One of the critical decisions a small business must make is whether to lease or purchase the property where it plans to conduct business. For a variety of reasons, small…
The trucking and shipping industries will soon be subject to extensive environmental regulation under the California Sustainable Freight Action Plan (Plan). The state government and various agencies have joined together…
Liquidated damages are often used to provide some certainty to a future aggrieved party and to encourage performance of the contract by both parties. It is generally employed when the…
The sale of a business can be a challenging and complex transaction, but the seller can take steps to make the process more efficient while maximizing his profits. Even before…
The Board of Directors (Board) of a Homeowners Association (HOAs) has a variety of duties and responsibilities with respect to homeowners. The state law in which the HOA is located…
Most businesses require some type of license to conform to various state, local and municipal laws. The licenses that a company must obtain vary widely depending on the state of…
Protecting your intellectual property as a business owner may require more than just monitoring and registering trademarks. Copyright protection is intended to provide coverage to many kinds of fixed representations…