Business Law

The sudden death of a business partner can shake your company's foundation. This tragic event can be emotionally and financially devastating. Beverly Hills business owners who prepare for these unforeseen circumstances can better safeguard their enterprises and...

A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a critical tool for protecting sensitive business information, but not all NDAs hold up in court. Ensuring your NDA is enforceable requires careful drafting and compliance with key legal principles.  Here are the essential...

It’s helpful to use a partnership agreement when you’re starting a new business with someone else. That relationship needs to be officially defined. This can help to prevent disputes or confusion in the future. But you may never have started a partnership before. What...

As your business grows and evolves, the structure you initially began with might no longer be effective or the best fit for your current needs. As such, you may want to consider changing your existing business structure to adapt to the changing times. Recognizing when...

Business succession planning is important for the continued success of a company. However, there are many misconceptions about this process. These myths can prevent business owners from making essential plans, leading to potential problems later on.  It is important...

Starting a business is a major undertaking. One of the most important things you can do when you decide to open a company is to plan carefully to enhance the chance of success. Ideally, this process will start well in advance of the company opening so the decisions...

Deciding on the most advantageous way to tax your new limited liability company (LLC) is an important step in establishing a solid foundation for your business. This decision can significantly impact your financial health, influencing everything from your take-home...

Business succession planning is closely related to estate planning. Many people consider it because they are passing a family business onto the next generation. They can certainly see the benefits for their immediate family members of having a clear, well-defined plan...

A non-disclosure agreement (NDA) can be an important tool in protecting your business trade secrets, confidential information and intellectual property from being disclosed to unauthorized parties. As legal documents, it helps to understand that mistakes can...

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...