Jesse J. Thaler, Author at Huntington Beach Business Litigation Attorney

Facing Foreclosure in California – Civil Code Section 2923.5

If you are facing foreclosure on your home in California, it is no doubt a very scary and stressful time for you and your family. However, it is crucial that you know that you have legal rights during this process. Learning as much as you can about the foreclosure process can help you understand your rights, and determine which action is best to take for your specific situation. Under California’s Civil Code Section 2923.5, you have the right to receive notice from the lender to assess your financial situation and explore options in an attempt to avoid foreclosure. Foreclosure in California In most cases, a loan servicer or lender must wait a full 120 days (4 months) before officially starting

Jesse J. Thaler2024-06-13T17:40:20+00:00October 23rd, 2019|

Remedies for California Businesses When Trade Secrets are Misappropriated

When a business works hard to develop systems, procedures, recipes, formulas, and practices—protectable as trade secrets—to advance the success, productivity, and profitability of their business, they have great interest in protecting that information from those who may steal or misappropriate the business’s trade secrets. Trade secrets are a form of intellectual property, along with patents, copyrights, and trademarks; however, there is no formal registration process to protect trade secrets. Instead, trade secrets are protected by a contractual agreement between the owner of the proprietary information and any other individual who may have access to this information and signs a confidentiality or non-disclosure agreement. If you are a California business owner and believe that proprietary trade secrets belonging to your business

Jesse J. Thaler2019-10-23T05:48:06+00:00October 23rd, 2019|

Smart decisions during business formation for long-term success

On behalf of Thaler Law posted in business formation on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. The initial stages of a California business are some of the most exciting, but they can also be some of the most complex and confusing. The decisions made during the business formation process will lay the groundwork for the future direction of the company, and it's important for an owner to choose wisely every step of the way. One of the smartest things an entrepreneur can do is to realize that he or she does not have to be an expert in everything in order to succeed. This is why it can be important to choose the right kind of help in the beginning. From

Jesse J. Thaler2025-02-06T13:27:57+00:00October 16th, 2019|

Steps to reduce the chance of business litigation

On behalf of Thaler Law posted in business litigation on Tuesday, October 1, 2019. A California small business owner has many things to consider during the initial stages of his or her business. These include necessary steps that can help reduce the chance of problems in the future. Business litigation can be costly and stressful, and an owner will find it beneficial to try and reduce problems by planning and thinking ahead. One common issue that can cause problems for business owners are accusations of discrimination or harassment in the workplace. These allegations are serious, but it's possible to reduce the chance of these incidents happening with strong behavior policies and reporting procedures in effect. If a problem does arise,

Jesse J. Thaler2024-08-06T06:50:40+00:00October 1st, 2019|

Uber facing business litigation over employee classification

On behalf of Thaler Law posted in business litigation on Tuesday, September 17, 2019. When a person starts work for a company, he or she will have a certain classification. The way that companies classify workers affects how these individuals are paid, including whether they are eligible for overtime and a guaranteed minimum wage. The issue of classification presents a unique problem for rideshare companies that contract with drivers on an as-needed basis, and as a result, Uber is currently facing business litigation. New laws in the state of California may change the way the company views its employees. A bill that was recently passed seems to require a reclassification of rideshare company employees, but Uber plans to debate this

Jesse J. Thaler2023-07-31T10:02:47+00:00September 17th, 2019|

The facts about discrimination suits for california employees

On behalf of Thaler Law on Monday, September 9, 2019. In America today, common sense tells you that the cost for any form of workplace discrimination is likely to be high, both personally and professionally. There’s probably going to be shaming on social media and possibly a lawsuit. The chance of a lawsuit increases exponentially with the size of the business. Here in California, there are several laws at play in a discrimination suit. If your business is currently at risk in terms of a discrimination suit, consider discussing your options with an experienced lawyer. But first, it’s important to understand the facts. What individuals are protected? Individuals cannot be discriminated against based on the following characteristics: race, ancestry, religion,

Jesse J. Thaler2025-02-06T12:20:42+00:00September 9th, 2019|

Business formation decisions impact a young business

On behalf of Thaler Law posted in business formation on Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Starting a business involves much more than just deciding on a good business idea and creating a Facebook page. The business formation stage involves much planning, financial preparation and legal steps that will impact a young California business for years to come. When a company is not able to secure the capital needed, there are choices that an owner can make that can prove beneficial for years to come. Starting a company without much cash to work with is exceptionally difficult. One way that an owner can make this process easier is to plan operations in a way that allows for overhead costs to remain low.

Jesse J. Thaler2025-02-06T13:33:34+00:00September 3rd, 2019|

Using preprinted contracts may not be good for business

On behalf of Thaler Law posted in contracts on Tuesday, August 20, 2019. Running a successful small business is not easy, which is why many California business owners often look for ways they can save time and money. One way they may do this is by using preprinted contracts when negotiating and formalizing business transactions. Simply printing off a pre-made contract seems like a good idea, but in reality, it may not be the best choice. In simple and straightforward transactions or in situations where two familiar parties are repeating the same transaction again, a pre-made contract could work. Sometimes, all that is necessary is a simple explanation of the rights, expectations and benefits of both parties. In these cases,

Jesse J. Thaler2024-08-06T06:48:35+00:00August 20th, 2019|

Moving cautiously and carefully in the business formation stage

On behalf of Thaler Law posted in business formation on Monday, August 5, 2019. Starting a business in California is an exciting process, but it is also an expensive and legally complex endeavor. There are important decisions to make during this process that will impact the operations of a business for years to come. There are a few significant things that an owner would be wise to consider during the business formation stage that will help him or her avoid problems and lay the foundation for a strong future. Choosing a business entity is one of the most important choices that a business owner will make during this process. This is structure for the company that will affect things such

Jesse J. Thaler2019-10-30T14:40:02+00:00August 5th, 2019|

What a commercial landlord can not do when evicting a tenant

On behalf of Thaler Law on Thursday, August 1, 2019. A tenant that doesn’t pay rent or ignores terms of the lease can be very frustrating for a landlord. Not only might it mean a significant blow to their income, but it can even affect the overall health of the property. There is a way to evict a commercial tenant, but it requires landlords to follow a clearly defined legal process, with specific dos and don’ts. The California eviction process If a landlord wants to evict a commercial tenant, they must follow a strict process. First, a landlord has to issue the tenant a three-day notice explaining the problem – a lease violation for example, or overdue rent – as

Jesse J. Thaler2025-02-06T13:35:42+00:00August 1st, 2019|

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