4 Problems to Avoid in a Contract
October 14, 2019Many contract disputes begin when a business owner has a “Looks good to me!” mindset when signing a contract. And while no one likes to incur legal bills, it is good practice to have an attorney review a contract before you sign it. Contracts can contain hidden traps that could potentially lead to litigation an…
DetailsTop 5 Risks to an LLC’s Personal Liability Protection
October 7, 2019There are several good reasons for entrepreneurs to set up their new business as a limited liability company (LLC) or corporation — chief among them being the personal liability protection that each structure affords the owners. However, there are situations where an LLC or a corporation will NOT provide pers…
DetailsNinth Circuit Assigns Vicarious Liability to Company Absent Contractual Relationship
September 30, 2019The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that a company with no direct contractual relationship with independent contractors could be held vicariously liable for the actions of those contractors. The case — Henderson v. United Student Aid Funds, Inc. — involved a claim alleging violations of th…
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