Business Law

People love to offer advice when someone says they are about to start a small business. Even those who have never operated a company will often give their two cents about the best options for someone's entrepreneurial dreams. Unfortunately, a lot of what people share...

When you have business needs that can’t be managed in-house, independent contractors can be a huge asset to your overall strategy for success. Not only does your small business gain access to people with unique skill sets, but you can often supplement your workforce...

Entrepreneurs are often consumed by their visionary ideas and the practicalities of bringing those ideas to life when launching a business. However, it's equally important to consider the legal aspects of business establishment to ensure smooth operations. Paying...

In many ways, the rise of internet culture has benefited businesses. It has never been easier for organizations to connect with their intended consumer base and develop a cohesive brand. Advertising is faster and in some ways easier, as businesses can target specific...

Some people will tell you that a contract is the lifeblood of a business, while others will tell you it is your first and only line of protection against the misconduct and failings of others. Regardless of how you view contracts, there's little question that they are...

Perhaps the doctor recently diagnosed your spouse with cancer, or maybe the business has just been more financially successful than you originally anticipated. There are countless reasons why you may realize several years into a successful business partnership that...

When you have spent decades of your life building a business from scratch or managing it after taking it over from your parents, you may feel strongly about passing the company on to one of your children when you retire or die. Passing not just an ownership interest...

When you are an owner, executive or manager at a business, your retirement is more than a transition in your own life. It will also be a major transition for the business. A significant number of small to medium-sized businesses do not survive the transition to new...

Contracts are some of the most valuable tools available to a California business. Legal agreements allow two or more parties to enter into a business relationship confident of their rights and responsibilities. When entering into any type of business relationship, it...

The outbreak of COVID-19 changed the way people do almost everything. Along with daily routines, it also changed how companies do business. While some businesses struggled and ultimately closed, others could survive or thrive under the new economic climate. When...