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If you own a restaurant, you expect your customers to visit you for your tasty creations. Still, according to figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are nearly 25,000 dining establishments in Los Angeles County alone. Eventually, you may...
Do you have an invention, a symbol, a software code or even a client list that you worry might fall into the wrong hands? Competition is fierce in the business world and if you serve or intend to serve a global clientele, you must protect your intellectual property...
As a small business owner, you do not have the protections a large corporation enjoys to safeguard your company against possible litigation. Here are four liabilities common to California businesses and tips to keep them from becoming an issue for you. 1. Workplace...
Succeeding in business nowadays can be daunting. After all, not only must you compete with brick-and-mortar outfits, but you also need to do better than online retailers. To win new customers and retain existing ones, you should become familiar with the rule of seven....
Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation can cost a business not only a lot of money to fight, but it can also ruin its reputation. To counteract SLAPP, California enacted an anti-SLAPP statute that allows the defendant to strike down the suit quickly. The...
The rapidly evolving world of social media and a constantly growing online marketplace have made it more challenging than ever for business owners to monitor and react to potential instances of trademark infringement. However, failing to be vigilant about policing...
Whether you work for a company for 10 months or 10 years, know that your resignation may result in significant hardship and headache for your employer. In addition to the cost of replacing you, your employer may experience a decrease in productivity and a loss of...
Attracting and retaining customers in an increasingly crowded marketplace can take a significant amount of time, money and effort. Part of the equation is coming up with a distinct look and feel for your business. After all, you want your customers to be able to...
As a business owner, your number one priority is the growth and success of your business. Of course, to succeed, it takes more than just one business person. You rely on your connections, employees and more to continue growing, expanding and finding success. This...
Freedom of speech of one of the most important rights you have as an American. However, it is often at the center of controversy. Trying to silence someone through censorship or other methods happens all the time, but when someone tries to use the legal system to do...
