The California market is very competitive, but the law requires fair play. When a rival wins through lies or illegal acts rather than better service, the market suffers. Luckily, California’s Business and Professions Code § 17200 gives you a legal tool to stop this....
Landing a streaming deal can feel like a major breakthrough. However, the contract behind that opportunity carries terms that can shape your career for years. Platforms like Netflix and Hulu operate at a scale that gives them significant leverage at the negotiating...
In the modern Los Angeles economy, the line separating Silicon Beach technology from Hollywood entertainment has largely vanished. Streaming platforms, interactive media hubs, and production companies increasingly rely on proprietary software algorithms, unreleased...
As the old saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” It essentially means that sometimes, taking preventative steps in life and business may save you considerable stress and hardship down the line. When it comes to business contracts, this...
A contract dispute with your employee, partner, shareholder, supplier, customer or other parties can significantly affect your business. This guide discusses how to go about dealing with them: 1. Obtain more information You should get more information about the matter...
When you form a business partnership with like-minded people, the belief is that you share common goals. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to acknowledge that unforeseen challenges may arise when it comes to business partnerships, often testing the strength of the...
Once a business has committed to specific arrangements in writing, there is an expectation that all parties should follow through with that agreement. A written contract is a record of a business arrangement that helps make that deal enforceable. Unfortunately, even...
Utilizing vendors can be highly beneficial for a business. There aren’t too many companies that produce and manufacture every aspect of the business. Thus, vendors can supply essential goods or services that ensure your operation continues to run smoothly. As with...
The changing world of entertainment in the digital age can create unique issues that previous generations have not experienced. In the ever-evolving media landscape of Los Angeles, contractual disputes can become complex and confusing. Let’s break down the different...
A new supplier delivers the first order on time, then misses a deadline and stops returning calls. That shift may feel like a routine business setback, yet it can signal a larger contractual problem. If you own a small or midsize business, recognizing that pattern...