You may feel excited when a new business deal promises growth and profit. Still, some warning signs could signal fraud. California law, including the California Civil Code, allows you to seek damages if someone deceives you and causes financial harm. Spotting problems...
In high-stakes business litigation, the pressure to settle can be strong. Often, it stems from the sheer volume of litigation in Southern California. As noted in the most recent California Court Statistics Report, the high number of unlimited civil filings creates a...
Competition is the lifeblood of the free market. People with new ideas can compete with existing companies by offering better products or lower prices than their established competitors. Many business leaders appreciate the challenge of a competitor and may try to...
Businesses may need to file lawsuits for a broad range of reasons. Perhaps a vendor breached an agreement by delaying supply delivery or substituting substandard materials for a client’s usual order. Maybe a former business partner violated the terms of a non-compete...
Every successful business decision you make relies on one critical foundation: accurate financial information. Your accounting team does not just track numbers. They provide the financial clarity that guides your strategic planning, tax compliance and ultimately, your...
No one starts a business expecting to face legal disputes, but conflicts are inevitable. When facing conflicts over a broken contract or disagreements with a business partner, many legal avenues are available to you. If options like mediation fail, then you may need...
Pursuing a business lawsuit can protect your company's interests, but it can also present risks to your reputation. The public nature of legal disputes and the potential for negative publicity call for careful action to protect the business's image. Established...
Klein & Wilson represented an egg broker against an egg farm that contracted to sell all its eggs to the broker. The farm experienced a total loss because of a fire. After the farm renewed its flock, the farm experienced another total loss due to avian influenza....
In the world of commerce, financial matters are the backbone of any enterprise. Sound accounting practices ensure that a business remains healthy and sustainable. However, sometimes, accounting malpractice can creep into the picture. 1. Unexplained discrepancies One...
Contracts form the backbone of many professional and personal relationships, and business owners might not always know how to handle them. Navigating the complexities of contracts can be challenging, but understanding when to pursue a breach of contract claim is...