Articles, tagged with "case law", page 6

2 Tips To Avoid Costly Liability For Visitors' Posts To Your Interactive Website

Copyright 2009 Chip Cooper Many sites these days are interactive -- they permit site visitors to post to the site. Forums and blogs would be at the top of most of our lists for types of interactive sites. However, different kinds of sites are also p... Read >
Author: Chip Cooper

Why You Should Hire an Attorney Instead of Representing Yourself

Why should you hire an attorney instead of representing yourself? Because it could be one of the smartest decisions you ever make. More people consider representing themselves in legal cases. These individuals are called "pro per", "pro se" or "in p... Read >
Author: Stacey M. Washington

Ecommerce Websites -- 3 Tips To Avoid Liability For Actions of Your Online Resellers

Copyright 2009 Chip Cooper Recent case law confirms once again: if online agreements are presented properly to end-users, they're legally enforceable. This continuing trend is good news for websites that contract with registered users though SaaS A... Read >
Author: Chip Cooper

When Family Trust Beneficiaries Go Bad!

So you've decided the best thing to do to protect your hard earned assets is to put them in a Trust. This way, asset protection will prevail and the assets will be available for you, your children and other Beneficiaries to enjoy. But what happens whe... Read >
Author: Paul Easton

Personal Injury Lawyer New York Specialized and Different

There are all types of personal injury lawyers but there are differences between them from state to state. This said, when people think about a personal injury lawyer New York specialized, there are certain stereotypes that come to mind. One would then be... Read >
Author: Paul Justice

How to defeat HSBC: A Case Study

Case Law: HSBC Bank v. Valentin, Ruiz, et. al. 859 N.Y. S. 2d 895 Decided on 08 November 2008 This case is a renewed application for an order of reference¹ for a specified property located in Brooklyn, New York. Originally, this application was al... Read >
Author: LoanmodificationstudioWebGuy

Pennsylvania Wage Garnishment Law

Can my wages be garnished? That may be the number one question that I receive at my office from individuals who are facing a credit card or debt collection lawsuit. In Pennsylvania, the answer is no, with conditions. Pennsylvania is one of only fou... Read >
Author: gregartim

California concrete workers: Get help now from an experienced mesothelioma attorney

Many pipe workers who lived and worked in California during the construction boom of the 60s and 70s are at risk for contracting the aggressive and fatal cancer known as mesothelioma, especially those who worked with cement pipe for water lines. The Reaso... Read >
Author: ScottHendler

The “Oracle” And The Intoxilyzer: DWI/DUI Source Code Defense

In the Kingdom of Nod, a villager's fate hangs in the balance as wise men huddle around the oracle. The oracle will decide his fate. The penalties exacted may be severe: freedom or servitude; the forfeiture of his worldly possessions; the payment of punit... Read >
Author: John Michael

Are the DWI laws constitutional?

It would seem that the fabric of Minnesota's DWI laws is slowly unraveling as new challenges are made to the laws and how they comply with constitutional protections. As a result, persons charged with DWI offenses in Minnesota have a number of viable def... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

Rejecting Uninsured Motorist Coverage and Stacking

Under Florida law, when someone makes an election not to have uninsured motorist coverage (UM) on their policy, a specifically worded form must be signed. The insured also has the right to accept or reject stacked uninsured motorist coverage. The effect... Read >
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Lemon Law Myths Busted

In my daily practice of law I handle anywhere from 5 to 20 phone calls or emails regarding the Pennsylvania Lemon Law and its application to specific vehicles. I have been amazed at the lack of knowledge out there with the general public, so I am hopeful... Read >
Author: gregartim

Difference between Privity of Contract, Novation and Assignment under UK Law

IntroductionThe doctrine of privity of contract is the relationship that exists between parties to a contract. Only those parties to the contract are bound by it and are able to enforce the contractual obligations under the contract. The concepts of novat... Read >
Author: Leigh Ellis

Myths About "Impaired Driving", "Drunk Driving" or Driving "Over 80" Charges

Are you under the following mistaken beliefs? Myth # 1- Even if I am convicted, I won't get a criminal record. Drunk driving is simply a traffic offence. Wrong! If you are convicted of impaired driving or a related charge you will have a criminal... Read >
Author: Auger Hollingsworth Law Firm

Ten points for best practice for Directors.

Directors Duties - ten points for best practice Since 1990 there have been no less than five government reviews of directors and their responsibilities. Finally we have a white paper designed to codify the duties of directors which are currently spread... Read >
Author: David Harland

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