How do you protect trade secrets?
How do you protect trade secrets? A trade secret can be the key to a company’s success and their continued success may depend on keeping that secret safe and out of the hands of rivals.…
Defining Injunctive Relief
What are injunctive relief and damages? An injunction, sometimes referred to as injunctive relief, is a measure that either prohibits a party from acting in a certain way or obliges a party to act in…
Best Practices for Protecting Confidential Information
Best Practices for Protecting Confidential Information Employers have legal options if their trade secrets are stolen, thanks to the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act (“DTSA”). The DTSA is paralleled by the Uniform Trade Secrets Act…
Preparing for an Exit Transaction
Preparing for an Exit Transaction Initial public offerings are becoming less common as startup founders are starting to look to exit their companies through acquisitions or asset sales. If a merger, acquisition, or asset sale…
Changing from a Partnership to a Corporation in CA
Changing from a Partnership to a Corporation in CA The biggest companies in the world started from very humble beginnings, many growing from an idea and one or two employees to having an international presence…
Founder Disputes: Regaining Control of Your Company
Founder Disputes: Regaining Control of Your Company Founders seek out venture capitalists when they have an idea, but lack the money to get it off the ground. While VCs can make your idea a reality,…
Should You Draft Your Own Business Contracts?
Should You Draft Your Own Business Contracts? As a business attorney, you need to have an education in law and years of experience to draft contracts that effectively serve your clients. Contracts that are not…
What You Should Know About Startup Laws
What You Should Know About Startup Laws There are so many prospects for creative entrepreneurs in the rapidly growing startup culture. Knowing your rights and the laws around founding a startup is so important. With…
Assignment for the Benefit of Creditors (ABC)?
The best course of action for businesses in financial trouble may involve selecting between a reorganization and liquidation. A trusted lawyer can be essential in selecting the best strategy for your company, as there are…