Contracts are usually the bedrock of business relationships. They outline the terms of the relationship, what the sides can expect from each other and also provide for possible remedies when trouble arises. Although there are some basic, common principles included in...
Truck driver fatigue is a serious issue for freight operators in California. When a trucker is drowsy, they could cause a truck accident for which the freight operator may be held partially responsible for. This is due to a legal doctrine known as “respondeat...
Buying or selling property can be one of the most important transactions a business undertakes. It can also be a complex process, with many opportunities for things to go wrong and cost money. Frequently, a letter of intent is the first step in the process and it’s...
A bill sponsored by California lawmakers Rep. Salud Carbajal and Sen. Dianne Feinstein would change a maritime liability law that many claim is outdated. The law would update the Limitation of Liability Act of 1851, which restricts the liability of boat owners to the...
