Certain businesses are based on activities that come with specific dangers. For example, dance or gymnastics studios teach sports that may lead to injuries. These businesses usually have participants sign a liability release that prevents the participants from filing...
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What is a spite fence?
Neighbors often run into disagreements regarding fences and property lines. You may have heard people talk about spite fences and how problematic these can be. But what is a spite fence, exactly? It is illegal to build these fences, but what should you be looking for...
4 keys to an effective business contract
The contracts you create are vital to the success of your business. They can reduce the chance of problems, help resolve them if they occur, and protect you throughout. Yet they will not do any of those things unless they are properly written. Not everything you...
What’s the right of first refusal in a real estate deal?
The “right of first refusal” is a clause in a real estate contract that landlords often see in their commercial contracts, although residential renters may also ask for this in their contracts if they particularly love the property they’re renting. In essence, the...
When is it legal to rent out your garage as an ADU?
New laws have been enacted in California over the past couple of years to help deal with the state’s serious shortage of affordable housing. These laws have eased the restrictions around accessible dwelling units (ADUs). This has allowed people to turn garages,...
How to handle a property dispute with your neighbor
A boundary dispute with your neighbor can break down the relations you have with them and lower the value of the land or property in question. Therefore, if you are in the middle of a boundary misunderstanding, it is important to find a way of resolving everything...
Options if your business partner wants out
You started your business with a friend 5 years ago, but now they want to move on. The problem is that you're not sure how to address it. For instance, perhaps they don't just want to walk away. They own half of the business and they want that value. But do you...
Can a tenant sublet a property in California?
In most cases, people sublet the property to save on rent or make some money off the additional tenant. Subletting can take two forms. A tenant can move out of the apartment and hand it over to a third party without changing the details on the lease, or they could...
Can you sell a property during a boundary dispute?
If you own a property and are currently dealing with a boundary dispute, you may be concerned that you won’t be able to sell it. Legally, you can sell a property that has a boundary dispute, but you will need to disclose this information to the buyer. This may make it...
What if a seller lies about the home you just bought?
When you buy a home, you deserve to know exactly what you're buying. It's important for the seller and their agent to be honest with you about the property. If they lie to you and intentionally mislead you, that could cause you to spend money on a home you wouldn't...

