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What are the Most Common Causes of Motor Vehicle Accidents?
/by Garmo & Garmo, LLPIn California, there are more than 100,000 vehicle collisions each year, resulting in more than 3,000 fatalities and tens of thousands of serious injuries. This makes auto crashes one of the leading causes of death in the Golden State. It is estimated that more than 90% of car and truck accidents are caused by some […]
Protecting Loved Ones from Nursing Home Abuse
/by Garmo & Garmo, LLPThere is a crisis in America’s nursing homes that is not receiving nearly the attention it deserves. The aging population has put a major strain on the country’s healthcare system, and nursing facilities have done very little (if anything) to address this issue. In recent years, a growing number of facilities have become “for-profit” entities, […]
Steps to Take if you are in an Accident with a Commercial Vehicle
/by Garmo & GarmoGetting into an accident with a tractor-trailer can result in some of the most serious and catastrophic injuries. According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), there are more than 400,000 commercial vehicle crashes each year, resulting in around 4,000 fatalities and tens of thousands of severe injuries. If you have been involved in […]
Tactics Used by Insurance Companies During a Personal Injury Case
/by Garmo & Garmo, LLPObtaining full and fair compensation from an insurance company can be a challenging and confusing process. Most injury victims have never been involved in a car accident and are unfamiliar with the claims process. The insurance company adjusters, however, are professional claim handlers who handle car accidents claims every day. Insurance companies are not in business […]
Important Steps to Take when Selling a Business
/by Garmo & Garmo, LLPSelling a business is a complicated and detailed process. Business sales involve months of careful planning and preparation, and there are numerous steps that must be taken in order to guide the process toward a successful conclusion. Here are some of the most important steps owners need to take as they execute their exit strategy: […]
What are the Main Differences between a Corporation and an LLC?
/by Garmo & Garmo, LLPThere is a lot of planning and thought that goes into starting a business. And before you open up for operations, one of the most important decisions you will have to make is which type of entity you want to create. Many business owners narrow the decision down to two options; a corporation or a […]
7 Important Considerations when Buying a Business
/by Garmo & Garmo LLPIf you have a business in mind that you want to buy, you will need to perform your due diligence before going through with the purchase. Owning a business can be the fulfillment of a lifelong dream, but if you get into the wrong business, this dream can turn into a nightmare. Before you agree […]
The Dangers of Electric Scooters
/by Garmo & Garmo LLPE-scooters are an emerging form of transportation that is becoming increasingly popular. E-scooters are most widely used in warmer climates like here in Southern California, and they are becoming a preferred means of travel for both residents and visitors. Renting an e-scooter works like using a ridesharing service such as Uber or Lyft. In fact, […]
What Happens when a California Business Ends up in Family Court?
/by Garmo & Garmo LLPOwning and operating a business can take up a lot of your time and energy. And in some cases, this can put a major strain on your personal life. Over the years, we have seen numerous high-profile cases of business owners who end up getting divorced. The largest divorce settlement in U.S. history happened recently […]
Does your Business need a Buy-Sell Agreement?
/by Garmo & Garmo, LLPWith any business that has multiple owners, there is always a chance that one of the owners will leave someday, either by choice or necessity. Sometimes, this scenario results from heated disputes between the owners, while at other times, circumstances might make it necessary for a change in ownership. To adequately prepare for these scenarios, […]