Drinking While Driving Laws
Many should know of the laws in place that ban driving under the influence (DUI). A DUI can be applicable for both alcoholic beverages and the use of drugs. However, another law that does not…
California Law – Battery on a Peace/Police Officer
It is important to understand that when dealing with peace or police officers, some laws will apply that normally do not when dealing with other civilians. Accordingly, what some may see as minor harms on…
What Is A Performing Rights Society (ASCAP & BMI)?
Performing Rights Society (ASCAP & BMI) Performing Rights Societies (ASCAP & BMI) collect licensing fees from television, radio, restaurants, malls, concert halls, bars, night clubs, colleges, hotels, airplanes and others and pay those fees to…
How to Form a Joint Venture in California
Author: Doron F. Eghbali Business | Corporate Lawyer When and How to Form a Joint Venture in California Often companies with distinct intangible and sometimes tangible “treasures”, e.g. intellectual property, find themselves in need of…
Lawsuits for a Boating Accident
Boating accidents can cause great damage and injury to persons. In some situations, an accident caused by a boat can result in lawsuits due to negligent behaviour (as related to the accident). First, and foremost,…
Aiding Suicide in California
In many places in the world, suicide is a taboo subject and the act has been criminalized. In California, if someone else aids or encourages the suicide of an individual, they are also guilty of…
Aggravated Trespass
In California, trespassing is usually classified as a misdemeanor offense. However, the penal code has also included another level of trespassing called aggravated trespassing. According to California Penal Code 601 PC, if someone makes threats…
What to Look For in Mortgage Documents Before Signing
What to Look For in Mortgage Documents Before Signing Often potential home buyers are inundated with documents to sign at the last minute. Fearing they might lose their dream house or the favorable annual percentage…
Representations & Warranties In Contracts
Representations & Warranties In Contracts Representations & Warranties In Contracts are among contractual mechanisms used to allocate risks between the parties. Representation is a statement of fact intended to induce reliance and action by a party to…