Apple Inc. filed a complaint against Ericsson AB in California on Jan. 12 after both companies failed to come to an agreement about wireless-technology patents. The companies have reportedly been engaged in two years of negotiations to renew a licensing agreement for...
California business owners may be interested in a refresher of some contract law basics. Failing to meet certain requirements when signing contracts could lead to them being found unenforceable. For business owners and entrepreneurs, signing business contracts can be...
There are many factors that a renter needs to consider when leasing office space in California, no matter the type of business. Two important factors include finding a good location and negotiating a fair monthly rent. It may also be worthwhile to specify how much...
Business owners and other residents of California might benefit gaining a more in-depth understanding of contract law and what qualifies as acceptance. In its most basic form, a contract can be described as an agreement between parties that requires an offer, an...
By the authority given under California state law, municipalities have the right to place zoning restrictions on the use of land. Cities use zoning as a tool to control development and plan for future growth. If a zoning decision has affected a person's ownership or...
If you are involved in commercial real estate, you likely know the high rewards and high risk associated with the business. A successful commercial real estate development project may bring substantial compensation and might elevate your reputation in the industry and...
Sometimes, when a person makes a deal, circumstances change, and it is not possible to follow through. Owners of California businesses may wonder what happens in that situation. A contract for the sale of goods is legally binding and enforceable in court. Any action...
Los Angeles businesses may be interested in an article discussing some of the reasons why agreements should be in writing rather than relying on oral contracts or "handshake deals." In the event that there is a disagreement later, much trouble can be avoided by having...
In a recent whistleblower lawsuit, a former BP employee claims that the gas and energy company may have cheated California out of millions. As readers may know, a whistleblower lawsuit typically claims that an organization has committed some type of illegal activity....
Although negotiations over salaries may be routine, a large-scale employment dispute over salaries may implicate additional issues of contract and business law. The recent strike of approximately 18,000 nurses at Kaiser Permanente's facilities in California provides...
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