Category: Blog Feed
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Court Limits Scope Of Guarantor Waivers
Note to readers: This brief post covers only one key aspect of this important case. There are other ramifications for contractual relationships that could impact you. Check with us for more details if you have an interest, or any concerns. In the recent court case of California Bank & Trust v. Del Ponti, the court…
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Failure to Pay Dividend Led to Chapter 13 Case Dismissal
The Failure To Pay The Promised Dividend To Unsecured Creditors Was Ruled Grounds For Dismissal Of A Chapter 13 Case, Even If The Debtor Makes All Monthly Plan Payments. In the recent opinion issued in Schlegel v. Billingslea (In Re Schlegel), 14 C.D.O.S. 3166 (March 31, 2015), the United States Bankruptcy Appellate Panel of the…
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Legal Counsel Adds Value in a Commercial Property Dispute
Oakland Commercial Attorney discusses what happened without legal representation in the beginning of the process. Continue reading to learn what happened.
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Legal Considerations for a New Small Business
Small businesses starting out have many things to worry about, including varied legal considerations. Learn about them from an expert business attorney Oakland.
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How Far Can Brief Ubiquitous Language Go in Trademarks?
“Brief ubiquitous language” refers to small parts of a well-known trade name.Trademark questions often land on gray areas in the legal space. Can it go too far?
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Litigation Financial Planning: Self-Finance or Third Party?
The cost risk of losing precludes many small businesses from suing. Read about 3rd party funding options from an expert litigation attorney Oakland law firm.
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Legal Tactic Switcheroo in Landlord-Tenant Dispute Fails Due to Missing “Rent Due” Notification
Timing of 3-Day Notice to Pay Rent or Quit was not preceded by written notice that the lease in question was reinstated and that rent was again due. In December 2014, the Appellate Court issued an Opinion in the Santa Clara County case of Kruger v. Reyes, 14 C.D.O.S. 14116 (December 17, 2014) that illustrates…
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Negotiations Resolved Lien Priority Dispute
Our Negotiation Techniques Resolve Lien Priority Dispute Before Complaint Served We recently settled a lien priority dispute that resulted in the recovery of several hundred thousand dollars for our client, consisting of 100% of all principal, interest and attorneys’ fees due her.
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California’s New “Yelp” Bill Empowers Consumers
Consumers should feel safe leaving bad reviews, nixing work for Fremont commercial attorneys. A contracts attorney Oakland law firm describes the “Yelp” Bill.
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Legal Insight on Successful Commercial Collections
Debt-collecting may result in a need for a commercial collections attorney. Learn more and how to avoid going to court from an expert Oakland business attorney.
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2014 Annual Recap
As we reach the end of 2014, we look back with gratitude on the opportunities we had to help our clients achieve their personal and professional goals. We want to express our appreciation to you, whether a client, vendor, colleague or friend. All of you have helped make the year a success for our firm…
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Negotiating Commercial Real Estate for Your Small Business
Important to select the right real estate location for your business. Learn about what goes into this decision from an expert Oakland commercial attorney.