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March 2013
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Why is Alternative Dispute Resolution Replacing Business Litigation?

By | Published March 13, 2013 | Posted in Civil Litigation | Tagged Tags: , , , | Leave a comment

Businesses are increasingly turning to various forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) over litigation for resolving business conflicts. The most common forms of ADR are mediation and arbitration. To be effective in today’s business world, a Fremont business lawyer must hone his or her ADR skills in addition to being a skilled trial lawyer. U.S. Read More

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How Do Mechanics Liens Work in California?

By | Published March 13, 2013 | Posted in Construction | Tagged Tags: , | Leave a comment

Property owners hire contractors to construct new buildings or carry out improvement projects. The contractor’s source of legal protection against property owners’ payment default is to file mechanics liens. A Pleasanton construction lawyer can help you file the preliminary notices and mechanics liens, and take other legal actions to collect payments. In 2012, the California Read More

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What Statistics Show about Businesses Facing Discrimination Cases

By | Published March 13, 2013 | Posted in Employment Issues | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

Discrimination claim statistics from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) show a steady increase in employees filing complaints, as well as their success through resolution or litigation. In a tight economy, businesses are more under threat of lawsuits that claim discrimination and harassment. A Pleasanton employment lawyer can provide legal guidance and representation to help Read More

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What Types of Defects Can You Encounter with Property Titles?

By | Published March 13, 2013 | Posted in Real Estate | Tagged Tags: , | Leave a comment

Despite the fact that you negotiate favorable financing, a property meets all your needs and you resolve zoning and land use issues, your efforts can be futile if no clear title exists to the property. When performing due diligence for a real estate transaction, a Pleasanton real estate lawyer must ensure no title defects exist. Read More

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