Business Lawyer Blog
Delaware’s chancery decisions have always stood out from the other 49 states in the union. There are some very lax rules in regards to incorporation, and there is new buzz about clarification from the Delaware Supreme Court. For cases involving […]
Avoiding legal problems is usually done by early prevention. Unfortunately, when you or your dream team is establishing a business, there are a multitude of important priorities that can spread you thin. (Product or service development, pricing strategy, marketing, office […]
Contract Breach Types & Examples Contract Law is an extensive area of the law that covers everything from contract mistakes to more sinister acts like duress or fraud. When one or more parties (meaning, companies or individuals) do not honor […]
A Quick Guide for Beginners What the heck is a Mechanic’s Lien? Let’s start with the definition of a “lien”. A lien is a “claim on a piece of collateral that has been pledged, usually to obtain a loan.” This […]
I wonder how many car owners have felt safe against the threat of auto-theft with the reasoning that “I own a Ford, not a Bentley or Lamborghini.” The idea is that because you don’t think a Honda or Toyota has […]
Dr. Defamation I am a plastic surgeon who recently had an anonymous user post very negative reviews of my business. They are including pictures and stories that don’t match up with any customers I recall having recently. I think it […]
The California Labor Code mandates all employees (unless classified as ‘exempt’) are due overtime compensation for all time worked over 40 hours per week and or over 8 hours for each day worked. California employers must stay in compliance with […]
As a business owner and entrepreneur who has managed multiple businesses for over 30 years, and in addition to being a business lawyer managing a medium size law firm (The Law Offices of Thomas F. Nowland) I know employment law. […]
Notice to California Licensed Contractors: Business and Professions Code Section 7125 California Licensed Contractors are required to carry a valid workers compensation insurance policy as a prerequisite to maintaining an active contractors’ license. The public policy is to cover all […]
I recently heard a seasoned business owner say that although they play by the rules and try to avoid litigation, over the years they have ‘had their fair share’ of lawsuits. Some industries or types of business are more prone […]