Author: Darren O'Loughlin

A Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) is a legal document that grants a designated person, known as an agent or attorney-in-fact, the authority to make financial and legal decisions on your behalf. The key aspect of a DPOA is itsREAD MORE

Probate is a legal process that takes place after someone passes away, where the court oversees the distribution of the deceased person’s assets to their beneficiaries. In California, the probate process can be time-consuming, costly, and public, which is whyREAD MORE

In a significant legal stride, California’s legal landscape sees a new development with the emergence of petitions to reform trusts. While trust reformations themselves aren’t uncommon, the state’s unique approach to the process adds an intriguing layer to the legalREAD MORE

When it comes to estate planning, the choice between a trust and a will can significantly impact the distribution of assets and the management of your legacy. Here’s a concise overview of why a trust may offer distinct advantages overREAD MORE

In California, as in many other jurisdictions, a revocable trust can offer several valuable benefits. Here are some of the most important aspects: 1. Probate Avoidance: One of the primary advantages of a revocable trust is that assets held withinREAD MORE

A buy-sell agreement, also known as a buyout agreement, is a legally binding contract between co-owners of a business that governs the situation if one owner wants to sell their interest, becomes incapacitated, retires, or passes away. It essentially outlinesREAD MORE

Do you need an attorney for trademark registration? That is a question that many business owners want the answer to before making the decision to hire a trademark attorney. The short answer is “no” if you’re a trademark applicant, registrant,READ MORE

Civil litigation arises when there is a legal dispute between at least two parties that does not involve criminal claims. A subset of civil litigation is a commercial dispute or commercial litigation. The definition of commercial litigation is civil litigationREAD MORE

The Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA”) became law in 1990.  The landmark ADA legislation is aimed at preventing discrimination against people with disabilities. At the time it was enacted, the internet was not part of the public domain. However, asREAD MORE

As a business owner, you almost certainly use or consider the use of outside vendors.  While third party vendors are often necessary, the use of such vendors is not without risk.  Therefore, proper vendor management is a must to ensureREAD MORE