If your neighbor has a tree close to your property, its branches may pass the boundaries. This means you may have to deal with fallen leaves and branches, interfering with the use and enjoyment of your property, which can result in numerous conflicts. Thus, it's...
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When can you be accused of an illegal eviction in California?
Owning rental property can be a great investment. But while California law recognizes your right to invest in a rental property, it also grants tenants certain rights. Every landlord dreams of a tenant who pays their rent on time, uses the property per the terms of...
Can Your California Business Hire Minors This Summer?
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...
Is A Liability Waiver Necessary For Certain Business Types?
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...
What Should You Know About Party Walls?
In California, a “party wall” refers to a shared wall or structure that divides two adjoining properties, typically in the context of townhouses, condominiums or other multi-unit residential buildings. This wall, which is often constructed along the property line,...
Do Landlords Need Attorney-Drafted Rental Agreements?
One day, people might remember the 2020s as a revolutionary period when people discovered they could protect and exercise their rights. More Americans than ever are seeking to hold those responsible for wrongdoing to account in a legal setting. This determination to...
5 Things To Remember When Making A Business Contract
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...
How Owning A Small Business Can Benefit You And Others
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...
3 Construction Issues That Can Lead To Lawsuits From Clients
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...
What Can A Title Search Tell You?
Bidding for real estate can be exciting, particularly if it’s for your new home. However, it’s important that prospective buyers do not become lost in the moment (which can happen) and forget about all the legal details. The money put down for a house is typically...