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What Happens When a Party Dies During a California Lawsuit?
The death of a plaintiff or defendant rarely ends a California case. It starts a transition period with new questions about authority, substitution, and probate deadlines.
Paid an Unlicensed Contractor? Why Property Owners Can Recover 100% of Payments Under California Law
Under California Business and Professions Code section 7031(b), property owners can recover a full 100% refund of all payments made to an unlicensed contractor, regardless of whether the work was completed flawlessly.
Federal Trademark RegistrationThe Enforcement and Litigation Advantages Most Business Owners Overlook
A registered trademark is not just a filing fee you pay once. It gives you federal court access, statutory damages against counterfeiters, customs seizure power, and a faster path to removing infringing listings on Amazon...
Winning a Summary Judgment Motion in CaliforniaWhy an Unopposed Motion Can Still Lose
A recent Los Angeles Superior Court ruling shows that an unopposed summary judgment motion can still be denied. Here is why the burden of proof, not the opponent's silence, decides these motions.
What Happens to Your California LLC When You Die? How a Living Trust and Operating Agreement Work Together
Leaving your LLC to your spouse or children does not automatically give them the authority to run it. Here is how California law separates ownership from management, and how a living trust and operating agreement work together to protect your business.
Doing Business in California With an Out-of-State CompanyDo You Need to Register?
Formed your LLC in Delaware, Wyoming, or overseas? If you are operating in California, state law may require foreign qualification before you sign a contract, hire an employee, or open your doors. Here is what you need to know.
When an Airbnb Review Crosses the Line
Not every negative Airbnb review is just a bad opinion. When a guest's review contains specific false factual accusations, the dispute moves beyond customer satisfaction into potential legal territory. Here is what hosts need to know.
Your Most Valuable Asset May Not Be VisibleUnderstanding Trade Secret Law
Customer lists, proprietary processes, pricing strategies, and software code are often a company's most valuable assets. California trade secret law protects them. Here is what every business owner needs to know.
California Lemon Law Remedies in 2026Refunds, Replacements, and Your Legal Rights
If your car qualifies as a lemon in California, you may be entitled to a full refund, a replacement vehicle, and attorney's fees paid by the manufacturer. New 2025 laws under AB 1755 and SB 26 changed key deadlines.
California's Lemon Law in 2026What Every Car Owner Should Know
California's Lemon Law gives car owners powerful rights against defective vehicles. Learn what qualifies as a lemon, which vehicles are covered, and when you can demand a refund or replacement.
Do You Need a Demand Letter Before Filing a Breach of Contract Lawsuit in California?
California rarely requires a demand letter before filing a breach-of-contract lawsuit, but sending one is often the smartest first move. When it helps, what to include, what to avoid, and four real cases from our practice.
How to Protect your Company from Business Contract Disputes in Orange County & Los AngelesLessons from Real Cases
Contract disputes can derail Orange County and Los Angeles businesses. A practical guide to prevention, strong drafting, dispute-resolution clauses, careful record-keeping, plus three real cases from our active litigation showing how problems escalate.
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