Regulatory compliance is crucial to the success of any modern business. The failure to adhere to both state and federal regulations could lead to a loss of licensing or financial penalties. As a result, executives and business owners are often familiar with existing...
If a business ever faces litigation, there could be reason to worry about significant financial consequences. Many people have heard the claim that approximately 90% of all civil lawsuits settle. Some researchers claim that the 90% figure is a gross exaggeration....
A breach of contract can be very expensive for the business affected. The failure to complete a project or deliver materials could slow down an organization's fulfillment of its own obligations. Sometimes, companies may have to idle production lines or absorb losses...
The behavior of a neighbor can directly influence someone's use of a property. For example, if a neighbor pollutes the soil or causes damage to a tree near a property line, those actions could negatively impact the resale value of adjacent properties. There are laws...
Real property can be the biggest investment someone ever makes. Partially as a result of this reality, people tend to feel very strongly about protecting their property rights. Sometimes, disagreements related to real property ownership will end up in civil court....
The commercial real estate market in California, particularly in Los Angeles and Orange counties, can be very lucrative. Landlords and owners alike can potentially profit off of properties by leasing or selling them to others. Those seeking to invest in commercial...
When you purchase a piece of property, it’s important to know if it comes with an easement attached. There are two main types of easements, which are known as an easement appurtenant – where the easement “runs with the land” – and an easement in gross, which is often...
Investing in rental properties can be a rewarding venture, but it’s not without its fair share of challenges – especially if you’re a first-time landlord. By learning more about common mistakes shared by first-time landlords, you can set yourself up for a much...
This issue is not a novel one. Tenants fail to pay rent all the time. Unfortunately, since 2020, the issue has grown, and tenants found themselves benefiting from various legal protections. Although the idea behind the protections, to help keep people in their homes...
While countless industries struggled during and following the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, one, in particular, saw significant revenues from 2020 to 2021. The real estate industry significantly benefitted from unprecedented lower interest rights, not to mention...