Business and Commercial Litigation
At Yuhl Carr, we handle a variety of business disputes, including Breach of Contract, Negligence, Misrepresentation, Real Estate, Fraud, and Partnership Disputes, with experience in diverse fields such as the entertainment, music, fashion, legal, and medical industries. Our partners have the expertise to handle these cases in an efficient and effective way with an eye first toward achieving a successful resolution without litigation. But where litigation is inevitable, our partners have a proven track record of success at trial or arbitration.
Business Litigation
Before the business litigation process can begin, the defendant must be determined.
Determining the Defendant in a Business Lawsuit
In a business lawsuit, careful analysis of the business structure and the relationships of the involved parties is a key part of determining the defendant. If the determination of who bears legal responsibility is made incorrectly, it can ruin the potential for a positive outcome in your case. This is why working with experienced attorneys like those found at Yuhl Carr is critical to the success of your case.
In many cases, the corporate entity itself is the named defendant in any litigation. This is because the corporate veil shields individual officers or shareholders from legal liability in most cases. However, there are some exceptions to this. In cases involving fraud, negligence, courts may pierce that veil, opening individual owners and directors up for legal liability. This can also happen if the rules of corporate structure have not been followed, invalidating the protections provided. Limited liability companies (LLCs) function in much the same way.
With sole proprietorships or partnerships without any form of corporate structure, those protections do not exist. In these cases, the company and the individual owners of it may be held legally liable.
Some companies are large enough to own other companies. When a child company is acting as a subsidiary of a parent company, the parent isn't automatically liable for the actions of the subsidiary. There are also exceptions to this. When a subsidiary is acting as an alter ego of the parent, or when the arrangement has been intentionally abused to perpetrate fraud, the parent company can be named a defendant.
Commercial Litigation
Litigation of commercial disputes requires specialized legal knowledge around contract law, corporate law, and intellectual property law. Yuhl Carr has the specialized legal expertise necessary to build you a strong case when experiencing a commercial dispute.
Types of Commercial Litigation
Commercial litigation is a broad category, encompassing a spectrum of disputes that arise between commercial entities. Among the most common of these disputes are disagreements over contractual terms, performance obligations, or breaches of contract. These situations may be the result of malice, but are often due to ambiguous language or changing circumstances.
Intellectual Property Disputes
Intellectual property disputes are another common form of commercial litigation. Companies defending patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets make up these types of cases. Businesses rely on their intellectual assets, making these cases both prevalent and complex. They often require detailed technical analysis and bring with them substantial damages claims.
Employment Disputes
Commercial litigation also includes employment disputes. These come in the form of wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage disputes, and violations of non-compete agreements. These are sensitive cases, where employee rights must be balanced against legitimate business interests.
Other Types of Business Disputes
Sometimes, disputes arise between commercial entities that have no contractual relationships. These include instances like fraud, misrepresentation, unfair competition, or interference with contractual relations.
Business owners sometimes disagree about management decisions, profit distribution, or breaches of fiduciary duty. These internal conflicts can threaten the health of the business and require a careful resolution strategy that keeps the business operating with minimal disruption. Strong legal representation can minimize the damage caused by business disputes. Our team of attorneys is ready to assist you by assessing your case and helping you find the best path forward so that your business is well-represented.
Why Hire an Attorney from Yuhl Carr?
Yuhl Carr's litigation team has decades of combined experience handling complex business disputes, offering clients the advice they need to navigate challenging legal problems. Our attorneys have successfully represented numerous clients across various industries, ranging from technology startups to established firms. This experience has provided us with the versatility needed to meet your specific business needs.
One of the big advantages of working with Yuhl Carr is our focus on the needs of our clients. We take a pragmatic approach to every case, focusing on your business objectives so we get you the best results possible. This dedication extends to every interaction, with our attorneys taking deep pride in being responsive and accessible when clients need them. To limit the stress you feel during the litigation process, we keep you informed of every update.
Contact the experienced business litigation lawyers at Yuhl Carr LLP in Marina Del Rey, CA, to handle your case.
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