Areas of Practice

Injuries can result from car accidents, slip & falls, or dog bites. If you are injured due to someone’s negligence, you will not have to pay a consultation fee, attorney fees, or reimburse the Yau Law Firm for investigating your case, unless you recover from the at-fault party, or a responsible insurance company.

When disputes arise, the Yau Law Firm is prepared to help negotiate settlements, file lawsuits, or take cases to trial. Our Litigation Division also handles Criminal Defense cases. the Yau Law Firm defends the constitutional protections of those charged with misdemeanor and felony offenses.

BP oil spill claims are in a league of their own, since claims can be made for injuring both people and businesses. Thus, claimants should seek an attorney with experience in representing individuals and companies alike, when seeking compensation from BP.

Patents protect new and useful inventions. Trademark registration is for names, logos, slogans, and other unique features that consumers use to identify a business. Copyright registration prevents infringement and misappropriation of creative works, such as books, music, lyrics, poetry, photos, scripts, paintings, and sculptures.

We take your intellectual property further than simply securing patent, trademark, or copyright registration. The Yau Law Firm helps inventors, businesses, and creators take their work to the next step. This can involve Confidentiality/Non-Disclosure Agreements, License Agreements, and Non-Compete Contracts. Furthermore, we can prepare or respond to Cease & Desist letters.

Whether a business is established or just starting up, the Business Law division counsels executives in negotiations, contract development, and risk management.

The Yau Law Firm has experience in all aspects of franchising. Contact the Yau Law Firm for a consultation in all franchise matters, including:

• Differentiating distributorships from franchises
• Drafting, evaluating, or negotiating the FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)
• Deciding whether to franchise an operation
• Enforcing terms of the Franchise Agreement

We have represented both franchisors and franchisees. In addition, the Yau Law Firm has been part of Franchise Development teams. These teams work with entrepreneurs, business consultants, accountants, and other corporate experts. A Franchise Development team helps polish and package a business concept, preparing it for sale.

Contracts can be drafted in general terms, or specifically tailored for particular transactions. The Yau Law Firm focuses on the transactional aspect, while always being prepared to litigate and enforce contract terms.