The Legal Business Environment: A Primer Business law encompasses a wide ranging set of regulations that apply to both commercial and private enterprises. While on one hand it can cover all aspects of how any business may conduct itself, on the other it focuses on specific areas of business activity. […]
Legal Separation in Alabama: Basics and Procedures
What is Legal Separation in Alabama? Legal separation in Alabama is a court sanctioned arrangement in which a married couple isolates their lives and property from one another under the law, while remaining, in essence, legally married.In some respects, it’s like a divorce. But where the two methods differ is […]
Theft in Ohio: Quick Facts and Penalties
An Overview of Theft Laws in Ohio Ohio theft laws are vast and cover what might be considered every aspect of taking something that does not belong to you. Theft laws are some of the most commonly broken criminal statutes for adults and juveniles alike. Generally, Ohio law defines theft […]
A Complete Guide to Drone Laws in Greece
Greek Drone Regulations Explained The fundamental aspects of drone laws in Greece have been established and subject to change upon the European Commission regulation that will substitute the national ones. In principle, drone regulation affirms that the use of drones must not threaten people, property and generally public safety or […]
The Concept of a Contract of Insurance as a Contract of Indemnity
An Overview of a Contract of Indemnity Contracts of indemnity are an important component within the insurance industry. Like any other contract or legal document, they have their own particularities that must be understood. The legal definition of a contract of indemnity, the classification and its role for financial service […]
How to Draft an Affidavit of Legal Guardianship
What is a Legal Guardianship? Legal guardianship refers to the legal authority granted to an adult to care for the personal and/or financial interests of a minor child or an incapacitated adult. In many states, the court assigns a guardian when a child is orphaned, either due to death or […]
Understanding Real Property Law Article 12-A: An In-Depth Overview
A Primer on RPL 12-A Article 12-A of the New York Real Property Law is a crucial provision that governs the licensing and regulation of real estate brokers in New York. As a key element of real property law, it outlines the legal framework for licensing brokers and real estate […]
Release and settlement agreements: important aspects and considerations
What is a release and settlement agreement? A release and settlement agreement (or just "release") is a legal document in which one party agrees to relinquish any and all claims against another. In the context of an employment dispute, it will usually be executed in connection with an employee’s resignation […]
Probate Process Guide: Free Legal Tips for Executors and Heirs
What is Probate and Why is it Needed? To understand the importance of probate for executors and beneficiaries, it is essential to first clarify what probate actually is. Simply put, probate is a legal process that establishes the validity of a deceased person’s will. The term also sometimes refers to […]
Contract Execution: Guiding Principles and Legal Consequences
The Meaning of Contract Execution The word "execute" derives from the Latin term exsequi, meaning "to follow out or perform." Merriam-Webster defines "execute" as "to carry out fully." Legally, to "execute" a contract is to put it into effect and to do all that is necessary for it to be […]