The Coronavirus Pandemic and In-Person Court and Arbitration Hearings
The coronavirus pandemic has changed how we do so many things, and legal proceedings are no exception. Arbitrators and parties going through arbitration have had a difficult road navigating a critical issue; the right to an in-person arbitration hearing. Remote proceedings can be complicated when one party prefers virtual. The party insists on an in-person…
What Should a Work For Hire Agreement Include?
Work for hire is any work done by someone for a person or business. Working for hire can be used with intellectual property, work that has no tangible value. A work for hire agreement should be written and in place before the work begins to avoid legal issues. Work For Hire Examples: Patents: A government…
Negotiations and Drafting Contracts
Well-written contracts are an important part of every successful business. The contract process has two parts: drafting and negotiations. An experienced attorney can help you draft or negotiate contracts, so you can stay ahead in business. An attorney will work with you to draft a contract with terms that will best serve your business. Financing…
Single-Member vs. Multi-Member Limited Liability Companies
The main difference between a single-member vs. multi-member limited liability companies is obvious. A single-member LLC has one owner, and a multi-member LLC has, well, more than one owner. These two LLC types share many characteristics, but potential business owners must decide whether one or more owners is the right fit. When choosing which LLC…
Zoom Hearings/trials/Arbitrations (Legal Proceedings)
COVID-19 Has Changed the Way Judges Hear Legal Proceedings Because COVID-19 spreads quickly, people have been asked to social distance themselves. Many jobs are being done at home, virtually. The U.S. Court of Appeals has changed the way arbitrations are taking place. Now is the time to update the arbitration provisions in your contracts.
Business Owner’s liability for COVID exposure
Protecting Your Business From Covid Related Claims Businesses are at an increased risk of being held responsible for their customer’s exposure to COVID-19 while at their property. Grocery stores, banks, daycares, restaurants, exercise facilities, whether essential or non-essential, face this risk. Customers expect businesses to heighten their protocols relating to cleaning and ensuring customers wear…