What is Extortion Crime in California
What is Extortion Crime in California Extortion, also popularly known as blackmail, can occur under California Penal Code 518 PC with the following: using force or threat to a) extort money or property from a…
S And C Corporations In California
S And C Corporations In California When people set up their company structures, one of the first decisions they have to make is choosing the best form of incorporation for their business. In California,…
Trade Secrets – What Are They?
In many movies, the terms trade secrets are often thrown around when individuals speak of the stock market or insider trading. Trade secrets actually have a wider definition beyond insider trading, including sensitive marketing information,…
Insider Trading and Why It Is Illegal
The stock market is an important and complex place as it can affect the wellbeing of a country’s economy, businesses, and individuals. As such, there are stringent rules in place regarding the buying, selling, and…
Protecting a Business’ Brand
When you are running a business, your success comes down to how others perceive the business and its actions. Public perception can make or break a business. If your business provides a service or a…
What Is Litigation And Appeals?
What is Litigation? What is litigation? Civil litigation describes the entire process of two opposing parties settling or arguing over their disputes, whether in a courtroom or outside of it, in order to seek damages.…
How To Prepare For Your First Attorney Visit
Meeting an attorney for the first time can be an unnerving experience. Attorneys aim to provide their clients with expert legal advice, and can do this best when they’re aware of the details of your…
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…
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…