A fiduciary relationship could be created under the law, such as a contractual relationship between a principal and an agent, or an administrator and an heir. It could also be created by the relationship of the parties and the transaction that has occurred for...
Business Litigation
Mediation as a Litigation Tool
Buffington Law Firm's civil litigation attorneys often utilize formal Mediation as a tool to conclude business litigation, real estate litigation, or trust dispute cases. Mediation can be a very cost-effective and efficient way for our clients to achieve their...
Why most business litigation lawsuits settle
Experienced business litigation attorneys know that most lawsuits settle. In California, the percentage of civil lawsuits that settle as opposed to going to trial and verdict is usually right around 96% in any given year. This may seem odd to some observers. After...
4 challenges that businesses face in 2017
Whether you are running a small start-up business or are the CEO of a huge corporation, you must always be prepared to handle certain challenges your company will face. Some are out of your control, which can force you to adapt quickly and fluidly. Others you can...
Common questions about laws protecting small business owners
Are you concerned that a competitor is utilizing false advertising methods? As a small business owner, you are protected against unfair competition, which includes misleading labels and false advertising. All business owners are protected under a federal law known as...
A guide to understanding unfair competition
Unfair competition refers to fraudulent or dishonest rivalry. Most cases of unfair competition are characterized by bad faith and deception. People who partake in acts of unfair competition counterfeit or imitate the products or services of another business. Learn...
How to protect your intellectual property
Protecting your business's intellectual property is vital to its ongoing success. Many business owners are unclear about exactly what their intellectual property is and how they should protect it. Any unique item that you have made that provides economic benefits is...
Digital Technology Presents Unique Litigation Challenges To Modern Lawyers
In an age of drag-and-drop digital technology, Buffington Law Firm business litigation attorneys understand the host of challenges associated with disputes that involve improper acquisition of business trade secrets. This article deals with those on the receiving end...
Enforceability of non-competition agreements in California
Non-competition agreements between employers and employees are common in business. For instance, non-compete agreements may put strict limitations on competition within the same geographic area or may restrict a former employee from using the company's client lists....
How Litigation Helps Uncover Business Fraud
Two parties enter into an agreement to do business with one another, and sign a contract to solidify the deal. The contract lays out the terms, expected performance, how much pay and a completion date. Most of the time a business contract such as this gets executed...