Summary As many of you know, there has been a surge in privacy litigation across California and the nation, targeting ordinary business practices involving website tracking and video streaming. With statutory damages ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation, these cases can quickly escalate into seven-figure exposures—even for small businesses. This alert identifies some of…
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I Received A Demand Letter, Now What? Initial Steps Businesses Should Take
In uncertain economic climates, it’s common to see a rise in demand letters as businesses experiencing or anticipating financial pressure are motivated to pursue faster, lower-cost mechanisms to resolve disputes. A “demand letter” is a formal written communication from a party (often a vendor, current or former business partner, creditor, or other counterparty) asserting a…
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When Does a Contract Not Say What It Says?
Contracts are designed to bring clarity and structure to business relationships. Yet anyone who has revisited a contract years after it was signed knows that even well-drafted agreements can take on meanings no one anticipated at signing. Most people assume contracts say what they say. Lawyers know better. A contract may look perfectly straightforward on…
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Preparing Your Business for Sale: Lessons from Staging a Home
When preparing a home for sale, owners don’t simply hang a sign on the lawn. They ensure the foundation is solid, the interior inviting, and the curb appeal attractive. Preparing a business for sale—whether to a strategic buyer, private equity group, or individual investor—requires the same intentionality and discipline. A well-prepared business reduces buyer concerns,…
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