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The Broad Scope of Business Litigation Litigation is a major part of any type of business engagement. It is an essential part of protecting the best interests of a company, intellectual property, invested time and money, and their rights as… 
Boilerplate: Attorney Fee Provisions As we often mention, sometimes the costs of going to court outway the benefits of the desired outcome. This is especially true as attorney fees are rarely recoverable unless required by a contractual agreement or by… 
Boilerplate Provisions: Choice of Law Boilerplate provisions are the standard legal provisions found at the end of a contract. These provisions are critical, even though most people tend to overlook the fine print of a contract. One of the most… 
What Is Defamation? Some of the most high-profile defamation suits come out of Hollywood. Celebrities are always suing tabloids for printing harmful information about them. But what exactly constitutes defamation? Defamation is not as simple as spreading baseless information, the… 
Don’t Make These Common Mistakes as a Business Owner While we may want to avoid conflict wherever possible, it is an inevitable part of running a business. You may bump heads with business partners who hold conflicting beliefs about how… 
What Should I Do When I’ve Been Sued? Being served with a lawsuit summons can be surprising and distressing, however, it is vital that you act quickly to prevent violation of any court deadlines. Below are five things to know… 
Protect Yourself When a Lawsuit is Coming When a lawsuit is on the horizon or you are fearful of being sued, you need to move quickly to protect yourself and, by extension, any evidence that might be relevant to your… 
Avoid Business Litigation by Retaining an Attorney There are many reasons for a business owner to choose not to hire a lawyer. They may not be able to afford it or think it’s not worth the money. Some believe that… 
The Stages of Business Litigation Whether you are filing a lawsuit or defending yourself in one, business litigation cases in California are often a lengthy, complex, and complicated process. Day time television gives people the false impression that you will… 
Recovery of Punitive Damages When a contract is breached it can cause damages and headache for all parties involved. If this unfortunate event does occur, the damages can be mitigated by arranging a settlement with the party in violation before… 
