Tort law covers a range of misconduct such as personal injuries, negligence, and malpractice. They are put in place to relieve injured parties from harm caused by other individuals or businesses. A business tort is a wrongful act committed against a business entity, either intentionally or due to negligence/recklessness, that causes a loss to a...
Business partners would be wise to explore buyout agreements or transfer restrictions that spell out what occurs in the event a partnership or venture fails (e.g., death, irreconcilable differences, etc.), or if one/some partners would like to transfer their interest during the life of the business. The best time to put these agreements in place...
Operating agreements are crucial for forming and protecting an LLC. They serve to outline the financial and functional decisions while also offering protection from legal action taken against the business entity or any of its members. There are many different rules, regulations, and provisions to consider when opening your business. The operating agreement is specific...
Employees eligible for FMLA receive unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons. So, who is eligible for FMLA leave? To be eligible, an individual must work for a covered employer. Typically, an employer with over 50 employees would be covered by law. If a business does not have 50 employees, it may still...
Sexual harassment can take many forms and is experienced by both men and women in the workplace. It is unlawful to harass an employee or coworker based on their sex. This can be through unwanted sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and verbal or physical harassment in a sexual nature. However, harassment does not need...
Are you thinking of reaching out to an employment, business, or civil attorney? We would love to hear from you. But before reaching out to an attorney or law firm, here is a quick guide on what to expect and what you can do to prepare. Tip number one: Spend some time before the consultation...
If you’re not familiar with the term Easement, keep reading! In real estate an easement is a legal instrument that will grant access over or through real property for the benefit of another who otherwise has no interest in that real property. One common example is a utility easement. It allows utility workers to come...
Many employers have encountered a situation where an employee quits, keeps company property, and refuses to give it back or return it damaged. While a disgruntled employee may hold these items of value from an employer, legally the employer may not withhold amounts for that employee’s paycheck without (1) that employee’s written consent after the...
Discovery is a legal process designed to be fair to all parties involved in a lawsuit. Without specialized technology put in place, discovery can become daunting for lawyers and clients alike. In some instances, in litigation, third parties are brought in to find information stored in different apps and the cloud. The more information the...
Notaries all over the country fully support the Secure Notarization act of 2022. Passed by the House of Representatives, it allows notaries to operate remotely by allowing clients to get a document signed, verified, and sealed without leaving their homes or office. Although Wisconsin already permits remote notarization, the nationwide application make it easier to...
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