Standardized business practices would ensure efficiency, however reality is contrary. Business proponents carry their perspective into work regardless of how hard they may try to shake off preconceived notions, naturally leading to disagreements. Conflicts that are not compromised lead to litigation. (more…)

Some people are not comfortable discussing death and illness with their aging parents. In truth, all of us will get older and have to rely on others for various forms of support. While the aging process can be difficult you can lessen the strain by planning ahead of time. It is important to sit down with your parents and discuss their future with them. (more…)

When building a major construction, there are so many factors that the builder has to consider, one of them being the legal aspect. Every builder in Coachella Valley, looking to make a new construction should thoroughly understand the Coachella Valley construction law before hiring a contractor. (more…)

Many businesses are built around acquisitions and mergers. This is a way to move any business to the next level towards growth. A good example is how Microsoft announced they are participating in the bidding to purchase Yahoo. (more…)

Due diligence in property development involves many steps. When done correctly, buyers and sellers can reduce the risk involved in land development and increase the rewards. The process begins before a property developer signs the contract.  (more…)

 Success is the result of a specific formula between what a business offers and what people want. Yet, the formula is reinventing itself in accordance to the times. Continual growth requires that a business stay ahead of the curve, too.  (more…)

The zoning, planning and land use laws can be tricky and hard to understand. People need someone that can explain it to them. A real estate lawyer is essential when people have questions about zoning, planning and land use laws for their business or home so they can make sure that they are following all the necessary rules. (more…)

The Fifth Amendment allows the government to take property for public purposes. This law is called Eminent Domain. This is all legal per the Constitution of the United States of America. The reason that the government might need to take over property is to provide for electrical lines, sewers and streets. When they want to take over a property, they must offer the owner a just compensation. (more…)

In respect to land development, entitlement entails the process of obtaining approvals for the right to develop a property for a specific use. Entitlement process is somehow tiresome and expensive, but it is crucial to acknowledge the purpose of that piece of property in determining the real estate viability of your project. (more…)

One of the jobs of local or city governments is to establish land use policy, from our research as real estate and land law attorneys in Palm Springs. That is how the community wishes the real estate within its jurisdiction to be organized to best serve its needs. (more…)