Legal Question in Business Law in California

There is a moderate degree of risk; first, that you may be named as a defendant or co-defendant in a lawsuit and be obliged to put up a defense, and second, that you might be found liable or partially liable as a consequence of such suit. So, even if you win the suit, defending is a hassle and can be expensive. I'd say factors that would increase your risk include (a) if you take title to the goods from the company and act as a reseller rather than just acting as a salesperson for them, and (b) if you are much more "visible" to the ultimate customer than is the company you are representing. Also, don't get involved in the installation process unless you have a contractor's license! The most important thing, however, is to carry the proper insurance, and I highly recommend that you develop a working relationship with an insurance representative who sells and has experience with small-business policies.