Business Law

In California, many business owners consider selling their companies at some point. Understanding how to identify the right time to sell a business is important before an owner decides to put it up for sale. Before doing so, an owner should first consider why they...

Many people dream of opening their own business and becoming a successful entrepreneur in California. However, reality isn't always that simple. Here are a few signs that it might be time for you to shut down your small business. Lack of customers One of the biggest...

Doing business – more specifically, successfully establishing an enterprise and profitably managing it – is hard. So kudos to you if you have accomplished that task. Empirical data reveal that most businesses fail. The challenges are tough, the risks high and market...

With the recession and poor economy that has affected the country for the past year or so, there are doubtless many would-be entrepreneurs around Sacramento County who have put off starting a new business. But that can be a mistake. Some of the biggest companies in...

There comes a point in almost everyone's life when they start to contemplate retirement. However, if you run your own California business, it may be difficult to simply leave your position as the company's top executive. Of course, there are still ways that you can...

Running your own business is an exciting prospect. The idea of becoming your own success story and earning substantial income is an enticing goal. Unfortunately, making your business into something successful is not as easy as you might hope. There is nearly a 50%...

Although letting go can often be the hardest part, as a business owner, it’s never to early to start succession planning. Instead of dwelling on how drastic your life will change when you retire or give up your business, it’s important to think ahead and be prepared....

Starting a business with a partner can be a good way to share responsibilities with someone and expand the expertise of leadership. Whether you work with someone you know on a personal level or in a professional capacity, the relationship you create through a...

In a matter of weeks, California businesses must be in compliance with a new data collection regulation, the California Consumer Protection Act (CCPA). This act requires companies conducting business in this state to adhere to stricter rules regarding consumer...

No matter your industry, you have information that your competitors may find advantageous. Therefore, establishing a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) with your employees may give you grounds for recourse in the event an information leak results in suffering a financial...