What is a Non-Competition Covenant? Non-compete agreements – sometimes called non-competition agreements – are the basic means by which businesses in Florida, and many other states, protect their interests against the potential of competition from former employees. Given the resources and expertise that may be required to grow a business, there is significant incentive to avail yourself of the protections
The National Maintenance Agreement Defined A National Maintenance Agreement (NMA) is a type of multi-employer collective bargaining agreement, and, as the name suggests, it is available for use on a nationwide basis. Let’s start with the "multi-employer" part of that definition. A NMA need not be local to one employer or even limited to employers in a particular state. Rather,
How Minnesota Reviews Dog Bite Liability A dog is considered wild and untamed by nature, until he is domesticated by man for his use. When this happens, the animal is governed by both: (1) the wild and untamed nature of canines, and (2) the rules that now govern domesticated animals in our homes and businesses.This mix causes complications when determining
What is an Operating Agreement? What businesses formed as Limited Liability Companies need is an operating agreement that spells out how members are to conduct their business, what to do in specific situations that arise, and other operational items. While generally not required in Kansas, an operating agreement is recommended to clarify responsibilities and expectations for all owners of the
The Concept of a Stay Away Agreement A stay away agreement is a type of out of court agreement between two people to skip the formalities and together agree that one party (or both) will "stay away" from the other. The general idea is to skip the legal process of having a criminal court or civil court order the parties
Nassau County’s Landlord-Tenant Laws Explained Owning real property, whether used as a residence or an investment, comes with layers of regulations and legal obligations. Navigating these can be daunting, but with the proper information, they do not have to be. This blog aims not to provide legal advice, but rather to inform landlords and tenants alike of their obligations and
What Does PPD Mean in a Legal Context? Understanding PPD: Its Legal Definition and ImplicationsNow that we understand the general medical definition of PPD (Permanent Partial Disability), let’s examine how it’s defined legally and what this means for Texas workers’ compensation.Texas Labor Code Section 408.142 defines PPD as an incomplete impairment due to a work-related injury that has stabilized. Specifically,
Who is an Executive Legal Assistant? An executive legal assistant or executive secretary is a legal professional who provides administrative support to a senior executive or group of executives at a law firm or non-profit organization.Employers increasingly desire candidates with potential for advancement. Administrators with executive-level skills tend to have broader responsibilities and higher salaries, and they sit at the
Kentucky Legal Separations Overview Kentucky law provides married couples with another option outside of divorce for when it makes sense to be legally separated from one another – that’s called "legal separation." Legal separation is an alternative way for couples to decide if they want to permanently end their marriage. Most often, when we represent a spouse in legal separation
Liability Associated with Drug Side Effects A common question when someone or a loved one suffers harm from a dangerous drug is who is responsible? Who is at fault? Who can be sued?The drug company, meaning the manufacturer of the drug is liable for the side effects of prescription drugs. What that means in practical terms is that if you