Contract Disputes

Good contracts are what keep your business running and thriving. However, running a business can be unpredictable, and you may find yourself in a situation where you want to cancel a contract you are in. Can you do that? As with many legal questions, the answer is “it...

If you are planning to enter into a contract with another party, you may wonder whether you need to sign a written agreement or whether an oral or unsigned contract is enough. The answer depends on several factors, such as the type of contract, the terms of the...

When two parties agree to do business together, they will likely enter into a contract or written agreement specifying the terms of their deal. Both sides will negotiate until they come up with terms they are both willing to follow. Contracts are essential for...

For many businesses in California, contracts form the bedrock of relationships with vendors, suppliers, service providers and even customers. That’s why it is so important for contracts to be carefully drafted, attempting to anticipate problems before they arise—and...

Layoffs have been in just about every news cycle for the last few months, and in each one of those articles is some mention of severance agreements. These are key ways to avoid business disputes and litigation, and included as part of these agreements are often broad...

In California, businesses large, medium-sized and small need to be knowledgeable about creating a valid contract. While it might seem to be an obvious aspect of doing business, not everyone is fully cognizant of all of the aspects of creating a contract. This is...

California businesses and consumers have goals in mind when they enter into a contractual agreement. It is important to make sure that everyone involved is clear about what they want and what will be provided. Everything should be stipulated specifically in the...

Contracts are a key aspect of successfully operating a California business. Not only do they clearly define what is expected when working with other entities, but it can serve as a protective device if disputes occur. Often, companies and individuals are unsure of how...

If you ask a businessperson to visualize a contract, they will probably think of a paper document with a lot of legal language and space at the bottom for signatures. Legally, a contract that is expressed in words is known as an express contract. Certain types of...