Trials in civil lawsuits happen less frequently than many of our readers probably think. The sheer number of lawsuits filed in California and the feasibility of alternative dispute resolution in many cases means that, in all likelihood, the vast majority of civil...
When businesses in California initially get involved in litigation, many decision-makers likely think “this case is absolutely going to trial.” The differences between the parties in the case, at least at the outset, may make it seem like a trial on the issues is all...
Competition is a driving force in the American business environment, spurring innovation and improving goods and services. There are limits, however, to how far a business person can go in trying to gain an edge on the competition. Here are three ways that competitive...
There are many times during the course of a lawsuit when our clients have questions about some of the specific legal terms that come up. One such term is “interrogatory.” It sounds like “legalese,” but the basics of an interrogatory are fairly straightforward. So,...
As a developer, you need a steady flow of cash to ensure that you can meet deadlines and complete your project on time, on budget, and at an acceptable quality of construction. Yet, it can seem like a lot of this process is outside of your control. This is especially...
After the initial pleadings are filed in a lawsuit – a “complaint” and an “answer,” in most cases – the case will proceed to what some consider to be the most important part of legal disputes: the “discovery” phase. During this phase of the case, facts and theories...
When discussing business litigation in California, it is a good idea to start at the beginning – the “pleadings.” These are the documents that are filed with a court at the very start of a lawsuit, consisting of filings from both the “plaintiff” and “defendant.” In a...
From time to time, every business will have a dispute, regardless of the business’s size, staffing or the nature of their business. These business disputes (and accompanying business litigation) can happen between the owners themselves, vendors, investors, contractors...
Starting or acquiring a business with a trusted partner can be an exciting endeavor for a San Diego resident. Especially when the partners see eye to eye and agree on most matters related to the management and running of the business, business ownership can be...
It’s hard to create and manage a business on your own. That’s why many people end up working with one or more people to start their entrepreneurial endeavor. Yet, even though obligations and responsibilities are often clearly spelled out in partnership agreements and...