California Business, Insurance And Environmental Law Blog
How do I make sure my vendor honors our contract?
When you rely on a vendor to provide your business with a product or service, you develop a relationship. A contract between your vendor and your business establishes and defines that relationship. But when a vendor doesn’t follow through with that contract, they...
EPA threatens funding cut for California
The Environmental Protection Agency has sent a letter to the state where it threatens to cut federal transportation funding because the state has not filed timely pollution control plans. The letter sent by EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler to the state’s top air...
How to preserve culture as a company grows
Companies in California and throughout the country may tout their culture as one of their strengths. Corporate executives and others may also point to a company's culture as a reason for why it hasn't performed well. Even if an organization has a strong set of core...
How to acquire a start-up with success
Depending on your industry, you may have the opportunity to acquire start-ups in your space. If this is something you're strongly considering, it's critical to understand the steps you can take to protect your organization, all while negotiating the best possible...
Lenders and business plans
Many entrepreneurs need some type of financial assistance when starting a company. While it is sometimes possible to raise funds for investors, many startup owners will initially rely on a bank loan to fund the initial costs of doing business. Applying for a business...
Companies expand their customer base with acquisitions
Many business owners in California are looking for ways to grow their companies or expand their reach to new markets. Acquisitions are some of the most important ways for companies to expand as they can acquire entirely new sets of customers or markets from those who...
Broadcasting giant acquires regional sports channels
Sports fans in California and across the country are often particularly fond of their local teams. This is one reason why Fox Sports has run 21 regional networks across the country. Now, Sinclair Broadcast Group has completed the acquisition of the stations from the...
Government tries to block $360 million merger
California residents may have heard about a proposed merger between Sabre Corporation and Farelogix, Inc. The proposed deal would be worth $360 million, but the Department of Justice has moved to block the transaction. It claims that Sabre Corporation is attempting to...
Mistakes that could result in a failed business
There is no guarantee that a company formed in California or any other state will succeed. However, there are steps that a business owner can take to improve his or her chances of creating a successful company. For example, a company should have a financial plan, a...
Sources of new business financing
One of the biggest challenges faced by California entrepreneurs is securing the capital they need to fund a new business venture. Traditional banks adhere to strict underwriting standards and will generally want to see an established track record before they lend...
