New year, new start! This is a motto that can be applied both personally and professionally. As a business owner, one form of getting a new start may be to merge with another company. It could open up new markets for you, allow you to take on a different role in the...
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Collecting on a debt when a debtor moves assets to a trust
Some people make it very hard to collect on a debt. Most individuals who owe money are earnest in their attempts to fulfill their financial obligations. However, there is a small subset of the population that may go to great lengths to avoid personal financial...
Is it illegal for a business partner to abandon the company?
You started your company with a business partner. To a large degree, you did this because you knew the business would need both of you to be successful. For instance, maybe you are an inventor who has created a product, and you’re working with a business partner who...
What is a real estate setback?
In many ways, once someone purchases a piece of real estate, they are free to use it as they please. They may construct new structures or renovate existing ones. They might put up fences or gates. While permits are often required to ensure these projects are carried...
What to include in a partnership agreement
Launching a new venture can involve numerous critical choices that may shape your company's future. Many entrepreneurs could begin with a modest operation, adapting their approach as they grow and explore collaborative opportunities. These partnerships can offer...
What contingencies should you include when buying a house?
If you are about to buy a house, you need to bear in mind that something might occur that causes you to change your mind. By inserting a few contingency clauses into the contract you give yourself the option of backing out if those things occur. Here are some of the...
What to look out for when signing a commercial lease
Business owners signing new commercial leases are often very excited about the prospect of obtaining new facilities. They may have big plans for the space and the company. Sometimes, entrepreneurs and business owners let their enthusiasm overwhelm their better...
Is it time to change your California business’s legal structure?
A significant part of growing your enterprise is ensuring your business structure supports your evolving needs. Sometimes, the structure you start with can meet your needs perpetually, but other times, a change can provide numerous benefits. If you have been...
Can a land survey be wrong?
There’s nothing like a property line dispute to turn formerly cordial neighbors into enemies overnight – and they can be surprisingly hard to resolve. Imagine, for example, that you want to build a fence on your property line to keep your dog in (and other dogs out),...
How can company’s respond to a harassment claim?
When an employee reports workplace harassment, it means they could be at serious risk of harm. Employees can report workplace harassment to their employer. Employers have a duty to respond to harassment claims. If a harassment claim is not handled carefully, the...

