Business Law

Many California businesses may consider hiring minors to help with the seasonal workload as summer approaches. The employment of minors can provide valuable work experience for young people and a cost-effective labor solution for employers.  However, it is essential...

Some business models carry more innate danger than others. For example, there is relatively limited liability at play when a business offers mailbox services for entrepreneurs, but there are many risk factors involved in operating a factory. Some types of business...

Nearly every business has made and agreed to one kind of contract or another. Contracts clarify expectations and make it clear what happens if someone fails to deliver. However, contracts need to be handled carefully. If you’re planning to make a contract, then you...

Some people get tired of working for someone else and think it would be better to run their own companies. There are over 33 million small businesses in the United States. (California alone has more than four million businesses.) If you have been thinking about owning...

Few things will undermine the profitability of a recent construction project as quickly as a claim from an unhappy client. Firms often compete for the best projects, meaning that their profit margins may take a hit in their attempts to secure a contract. Completing a...

If you have decided to start a new business, you’ll want to carefully consider the benefits and potential drawbacks of different company structures before committing to one over the others. The decision to form your business in one way or another will affect your...

Joint ventures offer powerful ways for businesses of all sizes and types to grow their customer base and success. The strength of the joint venture lies in the partnerships formed. A joint venture is an agreement between two business owners or entrepreneurs working...

Trying to collect from someone that owes your company money is a challenge. You have to comply with federal debt collection laws and California consumer protection laws. The longer it takes someone to pay what they owe your company, the harder it may be to secure full...

In a perfect world, people would get into an agreement, adhere to the terms and be pleased with the outcome. Unfortunately, our world isn’t perfect, and problems crop up that sometimes lead to delays and unkept promises. However, if the other party fails to fulfill...

Partnerships depend on the owners being able to work together. There are times when disputes can cause issues with the business. Properly handling these can help the company to continue running smoothly.  When you’re working through a partnership dispute, one of the...