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Following a successful business lawsuit, the claimant may be entitled to recover compensatory damages, injunctive relief, liquidated damages, and other available legal remedies. According to recent estimates, attorneys often receive around 33% to 40% of the settlement award in a typical lawsuit.

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on California businesses is unprecedented. In its wake, businesses are still attempting to recover from losses, and courts are trying to determine whether business interruption insurance providers should pay for them.

In the past decade or so, an ever-increasing number of businesses have implemented alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedures into employment agreements in an attempt to avoid the costly and disruptive litigation process when disputes arise. One of the most common ADR procedures is arbitration.

The internet creates endless opportunities for businesses around the world. You can advertise your products or services, connect with clients/customers online, and maintain a social media presence. With all the benefits the internet has to offer, it is also a place where your business can encounter defamation and abuse.

Corporate fraud is usually the concept that applies to businesses.   The concept of corporate fraud is when a business engages in activities that are dishonest or illegal. The perpetrator does not have to be a corporation but can be any business or any individual.

Word of mouth has always been instrumental in attracting clients or customers to one’s business. With the advent of social media, word of mouth has now become even more ubiquitous. Yelp, one of the most visited review platforms with 100 million-plus posts on it, is a commonly used resource by consumers. A survey by BrightLocal, in fact, found that 86 percent of consumers will consult a review site like Yelp before patronizing a business.

Warranties are legally-binding promises made by a seller to a buyer. There are two types of warranties: express warranties and implied warranties. Understanding the nuances between them is key because it affects how you make and honor your warranty promises. A breach of either an express or implied warranty can result in legal action taken against a business.

There are both benefits and drawbacks to buying a house “as is.” Knowing these ahead of time will help you decide if this is the right choice for you. Buyers who go into this process with all the facts are better prepared and will be able to take advantage of these unique offers.

When buying, selling, or renting property, conducting a title review is an essential step of the process. Every real estate attorney knows that conducting a title review can help protect buyers from potential legal problems and disputes that may arise down the line.

Despite a dip in prices and total sales, the California real estate market remains strong with 19,908 sales in November 2022 with an average price of $763,300, according to the research website Redfin.