The fewer legal disputes a business faces, the more it can focus on expanding and remaining profitable. Nonetheless, disputes are inevitable from time to time. If your business relies on the products and services of different suppliers, then preventing disputes in...
Year: 2023
What you should know about California’s next-of-kin law
This year, California enacted a “next-of-kin” law that allows medical facilities to designate a surrogate to speak and make decisions for a patient who is in a condition where they’re unable to speak for themselves. The law applies only when a patient has no advance...
Can nepotism impact someone’s business succession plan?
A business succession plan is a form of protection for a company. Owners, managers and executives can benefit from putting together thorough plans to allow someone else to take over their job. Ideally, there will be plenty of time to plan that transition and provide...
3 issues people can address in an advance health care directive
Some people experience a decline in their health as they age which will render them dependent on others for meeting their basic needs. Additionally, many people experience some kind of unanticipated medical emergency at some point in life, such as a blood clot or a...
Real estate laws all California sellers must know
California’s real estate market is somewhat confusing, with various laws and regulations that must be followed. Failure to meet the requirements and standards can result in issues for sellers. Learning more about the state’s real estate laws can help you take the...
What to do when you buy a home with undisclosed defects
Investing in a home is a significant move. You researched, hired a reliable real estate agent and carefully reviewed the disclosure statement to get an ideal home. Unfortunately, a seller or realtor may not act in your best interest by failing to disclose the defects...
3 contingencies to consider when closing on a home
A contingency clause allows you to withdraw from an agreement to buy a house, without penalty, in specific circumstances. As withdrawing from a signed promise to buy may otherwise be expensive or even impossible, it’s crucial to include all the contingencies you might...
What are my obligations as a commercial property lessor?
Commercial property leasing is an investment that requires thorough management and operation. And to ensure proper management, lessors need to understand their obligations fully. Otherwise, they might face complexities relating to the lease, which can also lead to a...
How can you structure your family business?
A business’ success relies on several variables, one of which is the company’s structure. It is crucial for the business’ goals and priorities to be perfectly aligned with its entity. This is because an entity’s formation also dictates a company’s liability extent and...
Are your adult children ready to take over the family business?
Your family business was passed on to you by the previous generation, and your intention is to follow this trend. You’re reaching retirement age now and it’s time to think about the future. You aren’t always going to be physically able to cope with the strain of...
