One of the most grievous consequences of professional malpractice in California may be the impact of your actions on your licensure. Whether or not you will have the opportunity to practice again depends on the severity of your situation and what the courts decide....
Year: 2021
Using an employee handbook to protect against lawsuits
Finding out that your company is the focus of a lawsuit can cause uncertainty and angst. You may find yourself questioning if you did everything right to effectively prove your company's innocence despite the claims of a disgruntled, former employee. Preventing this...
Do you need flood insurance?
When you experience damage to your home, it is common practice to file a claim with your homeowner's insurance provider. However, standard homeowner's insurance policies do not cover damage from flooding. When deciding whether or not to invest in flood insurance,...
What does earthquake insurance cover?
Living in California, you may already know the likelihood of an earthquake. According to the California Department of Insurance, earthquakes cause a lot of damage, but renters and homeowners policies do not cover damages from natural disasters such as earthquakes. To...
When accountants embezzle money
When you run a business, you trust that your accounting firm will handle your finances responsibly. However, an accountant may sometimes take actions that do not meet professional standards. The Houston Chronicle says that there may be many signs that your accountant...
Who can end a contract for convenience?
Entering into a new business contract represents an important moment in the lifecycle of your business in California. Such an agreement represents both stability and security (due to the assumption that your new partner cannot end your agreement without cause). Yet is...
How an appraisal works in a homeowner’s insurance dispute
When you expect your California homeowner’s insurance company to pay your claim and it either refuses to do so or makes a lowball offer, you may feel understandable frustration. However, there are some steps you may want to take to strengthen your case and argument,...
Does homeowner’s insurance cover wildfire damage?
The number of wildfires taking place across California continues to grow. The fires seen throughout the state are also becoming increasingly severe, causing billions of dollars in damages each year. According to Bankrate, last year was a particularly bad year for...
Can flooding damage a home’s foundation?
Few disasters have the potential to be costlier than floods. Regrettably, even property owners who have never had a flood before may have to contend with water damage eventually. After all, sudden rainfall, poor drainage systems, tidal surges and other unexpected...
How to handle a breach of fiduciary duty
Whether you are in a business partnership or you are a business owner building a team of faithful employees, fiduciary duty is most likely involved in your daily practices. This term is used to describe a person’s duty of care, loyalty and honesty entered into when...