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"AI Washing" and SEC Crackdowns: What Los Angeles Startups Need to Know
Jun 19 2025
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“AI Washing” and SEC Crackdowns: What Los Angeles Startups Need to Know

Posted by Posted in Compliance & Securities, Startup & Emerging Companies
The use of artificial intelligence ("AI") has exploded in popularity and impacted nearly every sector of the economy. The transformative nature of AI has prompted many public companies to try and capitalize on the vast capabilities associated with AI tools and applications. It is becoming increasingly common for companies, during investor conference calls, to proclaim their use of AI. Such declarations have resulted in sharp stock price increases driven by the promise of rapid growth.…
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Jun 17 2025
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Piercing the Corporate Veil and Subsidiary Companies: What You Need to Know

Posted by Posted in Corporate Governance / M&A / Exits
For any business operating in and around Los Angeles, taking steps to mitigate the risk of legal liability is critically important. One of the most common methods for protecting a business from such liability is structuring the corporate entity in a manner that protects it from a court “piercing the corporate veil.” For context, the term “piercing the corporate veil” refers to the situation where a court decides to ignore a recognized liability shield (the…
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Best State for Incorporating Your Business
Apr 25 2025
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Best State for Incorporating Your Business

Posted by Posted in Entity Formation & Structure
If you are looking to incorporate your business, then an important question needs to be answered – which state do you want to incorporate in? For many years, Delaware was the go-to state for businesses looking to incorporate in the United States. For example, 80% of all US IPOS were incorporated in Delaware and 68% of all Fortune 500 companies are incorporated in Delaware. Why? Because Delaware features business-friendly laws, has a solid legal system,…
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Apr 10 2025
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Navigating Regulatory Compliance for Tech Startups in 2025

Posted by Posted in Compliance & Securities, Startup & Emerging Companies
Despite many startups serving as budding businesses working with limited resources, they must nevertheless comply with an array of legal obligations and regulatory requirements. Why? Because failing to comply with these legal requirements will expose the startup to adverse consequences such as legal penalties, loss of investor confidence, and security breaches.  In addition, in the age of business interdependence, compliance for startups and smaller companies can help them gain a competitive edge in opportunities for…
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Legal Challenges for Entertainment Startups in Los Angeles
Jan 15 2025
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Legal Challenges for Entertainment Startups in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles is generally considered to be the epicenter of the U.S. entertainment industry. Film companies, productions companies, studio lots, etc. call Los Angeles (and surrounding localities) home. This is why Los Angeles is also home to a significant number of entertainment startups and new business ventures focused on expanding and enhancing the entertainment industry. However, amidst the creative and cutting-edge energy of the area, it is vitally important for individuals launching entertainment startups to…
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Oct 23 2024
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How to Get Your Los Angeles Business Ready for Sale

Posted by Posted in Corporate Governance / M&A / Exits
If you are a business owner who is eyeing retirement, interested in pursuing other business opportunities, or you simply want to cash out on your business, it is in your best interest to properly prepare your business for an exit, so it is attractive to prospective buyers at the maximum value. There is no doubt that selling a business in Los Angeles or any other city or state is a major decision that necessitates strategic…
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Top Business Lawyer Los Angeles
Jan 27 2023
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Prerequisites for Opening a Bank Account for an LLC

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One of the benefits associated with establishing a limited liability company (LLC) is the ability to open an independent bank account designated for the LLC as a standalone legal entity. Opening a bank account for your LLC is also a good business practice since it reduces the risk of coming ling business funds with personal funds. Below are some preliminary considerations and prerequisites that need to be met in order to open a bank account…
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Business Attorneys in Los Angeles
Jan 13 2023
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The California Privacy Rights Act is in Full Effect– Is Your Business Ready?

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If you conduct business in California, it is important to take steps necessary to ensure compliance with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Why? Because the CPRA went into full effect on January 1, 2023. At that point, all covered businesses will be subject to a set of rigorous requirements related to the collection, retention and use of consumer information. In addition, covered companies will be required to do the following: publish privacy policies applicable…
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Apr 12 2020
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Does Your Startup Qualify for a Loan Through the New Paycheck Protection Program?

Posted by Posted in Compliance & Securities
If your startup is struggling in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, you are not alone. Many startups and small businesses have been hit hard due to the deadly Coronavirus. In an effort to help support businesses, employees, and your average American, Congress passed the  Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the “CARES Act”). If you own a startup in or around Los Angeles and are concerned during this difficult period, you may be…
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