Can an Anonymous Tip Be Used in Court?
What Are Anonymous Tips? Law enforcement is certainly no stranger to anonymous tips. Such tips have been around for as long as people have been willing to call the police with a suspicion, but without a verified name. Numerous television shows and movies have used the concept of an anonymous […]
Post-Closing Occupancy Agreements: The Essentials
What is a post-closing occupancy agreement? For any uninitiated buyer, the world of real estate transactions can be a baffling place. In Ontario alone there are dozens of forms to choose from, all with complicated names like Form 801 and Form 100.It’s almost enough to make someone think they might […]
Your Guide to Maximum Occupancy Laws in Washington State
What You Need to Know About Maximum Occupancy Laws Maximum occupancy laws set forth the number of dwellings units, sleeping rooms or sleeping spaces that may be placed in a room in a dwelling unit for rent to one or more tenants. These occupancy limits are usually based on square […]
The Law of Dumpster Diving in North Carolina
The Basics of North Carolina Dumpster Diving Law The legal status of dumpster diving in North Carolina varies by municipality. As laid out in our North Carolina Laws Against Dumpster Diving, in addition to state-level criminal statutes, familiarize yourself with local ordinances that may apply. For example, Raleigh criminalizes tampering […]
Unlocking the Power of a Free Consultation with a Small Claims Court Lawyer
A Deep Dive into Small Claims Court The small claims court is an avenue of dispute resolution designed to provide an efficient and low-cost means to address legal issues involving relatively small sums of money in a fair, timely, and accessible manner. Designed to reduce the burden on courts, the […]
Mastering Passive Voice in Legal Writing: Benefits and Drawbacks
Understanding the Place of Passive Voice in Law At its most basic, passive voice is created when the action of the verb is not placed upon the subject. In legal writing, that means the action of a verb is not placed on the actor but instead the act is placed […]
The Essential Elements of Taxi Hire Agreements and Common Legal Issues
Taxi hire agreements: an introduction Taxi hire agreements are of central importance to the chauffeur and taxi industry. But with so many variations, and legal cases revolving around them, it is important to begin with an insight into what such an agreement is, or should be. This is difficult because, […]
Oregon Budget Law: A Primer
Basics of Oregon Budget Law In the State of Oregon, the budget law is a critical part of the gubernatorial and legislative process. Under Article IX, Section 3 of the Oregon Constitution:On or before the date specified by law for the submission of the budget report to the [Legislative Assembly], […]
The Meaning of Material Breach of Contract: Practical Implications & Legal Solutions
What Constitutes Material Breach of Contract A material breach of contract refers to a violation that is sufficiently substantial so as to excuse the non-breaching party from any further performance under the contract, and to entitle that party to damages for the breach. What constitutes "materiality" in any given case […]
Teaming Agreement Template: The Must-Read Guide
Teaming Agreements, Explained The initial step in a teaming agreement is the formation of the joint venture, consortium or corporate relationship. A teaming relationship is binding under contract law for both the prime contractor and the subcontractor. The contracting parties create a teaming agreement to clearly articulate the objectives of […]