A Look at the New Jersey Legal Job Landscape The legal job market in New Jersey has been steadily improving over the past few years, reflecting the state’s broad-based economic recovery. As businesses of all sizes continue to expand their operations in the Garden State, the demand for legal professionals has similarly increased in numerous sectors, including corporate law, litigation, […]
What To Legally Do When Your Wife Leaves You
Your Legal Options And Rights When your wife leaves and plunges you into the depths of despair, you may not be thinking about your legal rights, let alone drafting a new 5 year plan. To the uninitiated, it may come as a surprise that the law makes no distinction between married and unmarried spouses with respect to rights upon separation. […]
The Legal Environment of Business
An Introduction to the Legal Environment The legal environment of business is a term that is used to describe the effect of law and regulation on business behavior. This environment encompasses all jurisdictions and all businesses and can include federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and case law (court opinion). It includes anything from constitutional amendments to state enforcement and […]
Navigating Software-as-a-Service Contracts: Why Having a Specialized Attorney Is Crucial
Overview of Software-as-a-Service Contracts The specific terms and conditions that make up a software agreement can vary significantly depending on the software itself. With Software as a Service (SaaS) contracts, you are entering into an agreement to use software that is hosted on the cloud, rather than on-premises at your organization. The software is maintained by the cloud provider and […]
How to Select an Attorney for a Utility Company Lawsuit
When You May Need to Sue a Utility Provider There are a number of circumstances that may warrant suing a utility company. Perhaps your utility bill was much higher than what you normally pay or even higher than the previous month even though you have not increased your usage. Or perhaps the utility company has continuously turned off your services […]
Understanding the Insuring Agreement’s Critical Components
What Constitutes an Insuring Agreement? Understanding Insuring Agreements: Key Components and ImplicationsInsuring agreements are part of the sine qua non of an insurance contract. Importantly, an insuring agreement is at the heart of an insurer’s duty to defend its insured. Conversely, analysis of the insuring agreement may determine that the insurer has no duty to defend.An insurance contract typically contains […]
How Georgia Rename Statutes Work: The Ultimate Guide
Georgia Rename Statute Intro In the state of Georgia, the name change laws are found in the Official Code of Georgia Annotated sections 19-12-1 through 19-12-4. These laws are important because they set forth the legal process that individuals need to follow to have their names legally changed. An official name change can provide a fresh start by helping people […]
Release Agreements Explained: Key Terms and Considerations
What is a Release Agreement? Release Agreements: A release agreement, also known as a settlement agreement, is a legally binding contract that settles a dispute between two parties. The primary purpose of a release agreement is to ensure that one or both parties waive their right to pursue any further legal action against the other relevant to the dispute that […]
Essential Federal Rules of Evidence Objecting Cheat Sheet
Federal Evidence Rules Primer The Federal Rules of Evidence (FRE) lay down the evidentiary standard for all cases taken to court in the United States. They apply to federal laws and proceedings, even if the case involves state statutes. The FRE is centralized under rule 1101, which provides both their scope and purpose.The rules apply to all U.S. district courts, […]
Understanding Buyer Broker Agreements in California
What Is a Buyer Broker Agreement Buyer Broker Agreements are contracts in which you agree to hire a broker for a period of time to help you buy real estate. These agreements are typically set up for three, six or 12 months. The second part of the agreement outlines what commission will be paid to the broker if and when […]