The discovery of a dangerous defect in a product that has gone to market is a worst-case scenario for a company. Issuing a recall is one way to protect consumers and mitigate your legal risk. And while recalls won’t automatically prevent plaintiffs from filing...
If California lawmakers have their way, social media companies may be held liable for children’s addictions to their platforms. As reported by the Wall Street Journal, legislators at both the local and federal levels want to curtail social media consumption in...
You have a right to collect the money that clients owe you and several options for getting the job done. Each approach comes with its own pros and cons, so it’s important to select the one that will help you achieve the most favorable result with the fewest headaches....
Indemnity is a hotly negotiated aspect of commercial contracts. The goal of indemnity is to place various risks with the party best equipped to respond to it. These risks can be transactional costs or those associated with third-party claims, but there are limits in...
Lawsuits are typically disruptive and expensive. Business leaders often must divert valuable resources away from routine operations and need to mitigate financial and operational losses. Therefore, if you are running a business, it’s critical to understand what makes...
Over the last several months, the idea of “business as usual” has been turned on its head. Companies across California have pivoted to stay competitive during the pandemic and meet the shifting safety requirements imposed in response to COVID. While you may be focused...
Commercial disputes can be highly complicated and nuanced. And organizations have a lot on the line -- from corporate resources, to relationships with employees, shareholders, and clients. Thus, business owners confronted with a legal issue should examine all possible...