Investors and entrepreneurs in California might have an interested in learning more about defining and identifying deceptive trade practices. Any activity that an enterprise or individual participates in that is designed to lure or mislead consumers into purchasing a...
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Yelp sues over unfair competition, other violations
Yelp is suing three individuals and a reputation management firm for unfair competition, breach of contract, trademark infringement and other illegal activities. The company that stands accused is DOES 1-20 while the individuals named in the lawsuit do business as...
Antitrust lawsuit against Google dismissed
California residents may be familiar with Google's dominance among Internet search engines, but they may not be aware of an antitrust suit that was recently brought against the company. The plaintiffs in the case alleged unfair competition as Google reportedly...
Judge refused to dismiss Dole privatization case
California readers may be interested in a recent development in a case involving Deutsche Bank AG, Dole Chief Executive Officer David Murdock and members of the board of directors of Dole Food Inc. On Feb 5, a Delaware Chancery Judge decided against dismissing a case...
Prime Healthcare sues Kaiser over unpaid claims
The California-based Kaiser Foundation Health Plan is being sued by 13 hospitals operated by the Prime Healthcare system for $60 million. Prime alleges in the suit, which was filed in Los Angeles, that Kaiser refused to pay for treatment that Prime was legally...
Remedies available when a contract is breached
Unfortunately, as most California business owners are aware, contracts are often breached in the course of engaging in transactions. When a breach occurs, it may be an immaterial one, which means it can easily be corrected, or a material one, which means it is so...
Breach of contract disputes
When you are involved in a contractual dispute in California, your attention will be taken away from continuing the growth and success of your business. These types of disputes can arise in many situations, and if they lead to litigation, they may take up a...
Suit filed over royalty disputes in iPad and iPhone
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...
Understanding the basic requirements of a valid business contract
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...
Terms and conditions of an office lease in California
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...
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