Omni Law Group Blog | Business Law

Mergers and Acquisitions: Preparing Your Business

A merger or acquisition can be beneficial to the mutual growth of a company or simply a necessary step. However, as it is challenging for some companies to make a successful transition, it is important to carefully prepare for such a large step in your business’ future. Start Early. Avoid a time-crunch in the merger […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

California Labor Code & Worker’s Compensation Basics

Whether you’re an employer or an employee, it’s important to understand the California Labor Code and how it applies to worker’s compensation. Unfortunately, no matter what industry you’re in, it’s inevitable that someone will get hurt. Whether through heavy lifting or slipping and falling, injuries happen on the job. What do you need to know? […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Should I Carry Business Liability Insurance?

Owning and operating a small business comes with a lot of responsibility. Part of that responsibility is to yourself, to protect your assets and investments. Business liability insurance does that. According to Bizstats.com, over 78% of all U.S. businesses are structured as a partnership or sole proprietorship. A partnership is formed between one or more […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Bad Partnerships: How To Break Away

Unfortunately bad partnerships can become part of any business due to differences of opinions, leadership styles, etc. So what steps do you take when it’s time to break away? Of course, calling a lawyer is always a good first step. Even if you part on friendly terms, it’s important to protect yourself legally. At Omni […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Should I Hire Employees or Contractors & How Do I Tell the Difference?

When you need help running your business, a common question is if you should hire employees or independent contractors. What are the main differences? And what are the pros and cons? The main difference between employees and independent contractors is that employees provide ongoing work and independent contractors are hired for a specific project or […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Non-Compete Agreements: An Overview

Non-compete agreements can help a business owner to protect his or her business from unfair competition if a former employee decides to start a business in the same field. These agreements are usually put into place at the beginning of the employer-employee relationship. While these agreements are legal in almost every state, they are generally […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Business Debt: Are You Personally Responsible?

As with many legal issues, the question of whether or not you are personally responsible for any business debts you might have is answered with “it depends.” The full answer to the question depends on what type of business you own, what type of loans you have taken, and other actions you have taken with […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Writing Contracts: Items You Must Include

If you own a business, writing up contracts with your clients or business partners is a necessary practice. Though it can feel bothersome to do so, drawing up a contractual agreement keeps you and your business safe from potential harm from dishonest second parties or even just misunderstandings. It is important to write up a […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Buying or Leasing Land for Your Business: Questions to Ask

Buying land for your business is a big step no matter how far you are in your journey as a business owner. Therefore, being prepared and knowing what to ask ahead of time is important. Whether you are starting your business or expanding, here are some questions to ask before deciding to purchase or lease […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

Adhesion Contracts vs. Negotiable Contracts

As you get your business underway, it’s important to understand the differences between adhesion contracts and negotiable contracts. What do they entail? When are they commonly used? What do you need to look out for? Here are the basics you need to know: Adhesion Contracts Chances are you’re already familiar with adhesion contracts, whether or […]

Posted in Business Law | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments