When two equal business partners reach an impasse, a 50/50 corporate deadlock can be an existential threat to the enterprise. In a closely held California company, an equal equity split often means equal voting power. When trust breaks down and vision diverges, neither owner can outvote the other to break a tie. The result can...Read More
Arbitration clauses are everywhere. Chances are that you are subject to a few without even knowing it. But what is arbitration, and how is it different from going to court? Arbitration is a form of alternative dispute resolution. Arbitration is often confused with mediation, which is a form of structured settlement negotiations. Instead, arbitration is...Read More
California Civil Discovery Overview In any lawsuit, there will likely be questions and documents that you do not have. Discovery is the process in a court case for obtaining information from the other side. Discovery can end up being a significant portion of any case. It is highly dependent on how complex the case is...Read More
