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Navigating Contractor Disputes in Construction Contracts: Tips from a Real Estate Lawyer
Disputes are a natural part of dealing with people. In the construction industry, disputes often arise between owners and contractors. But they can also arise between contractors and suppliers and contractors and workmen. In most cases, there is a contract signed by...
What To Know About Estate Taxes and How a Lawyer Can Help Mitigate Them.
Do you know that your estate might have to pay tax after you die? Estate tax affects your right to transfer your property after your death. If the administrator of your estate refuses to pay this tax, your wishes in your will as regards inheritance and the general...
Divorce, Remarriage, and Your Estate Plan: What You Need to Know
The unpredictable nature of life often motivates us to plan ahead for any unplanned circumstances. Estate planning is a general term used to refer to everything you want to happen to your assets after your passing. Depending on how large your estate is, it can involve...
What Happens When a Personal Injury Case Goes to the Jury?
Getting injured is not a fun experience for anyone and getting compensation afterward can be even more stressful. Many bills arise as a result of injuries; such as hospital bills and bills to replace damaged property in certain cases. It sounds unfair to have the...
Separation agreements or divorce? When is a separation right for you?
When couples experience marriage disputes, they can explore a couple of options if it is no longer convenient or safe to continue living together. These options are usually a separation or a divorce. A separation agreement and divorce are two different legal...
Product liability claims: when can a manufacturer be held liable?
Have you ever been injured by a product you bought? Maybe you didn't realise it at the time, but you could be entitled to compensation through a product liability claim. Simply put, a product liability claim is a legal action taken against the company or parties...
Fostering to Adopt: A Guide for prospective parents
Sometimes, individuals or couples interested in adopting a child first become foster parents. This allows them to care for a child who requires a safe and stable home while they work towards adopting that child. Becoming a foster parent is a noble and rewarding...
Zoning and Land Use Issues in Real Estate Investment: How Your Attorney Can Help
Zoning laws can be confusing and can vary greatly between jurisdictions. These regulations control how land can be used, including what structures can be built, how high they can be, and what activities are permitted. In addition to zoning issues, there are many...
Navigating Partnership Disputes in Business
Disputes are a part of any relationship and are mostly unavoidable. When two or more people interact, they do so from different perspectives that may not always be acceptable to all involved. Opinions may clash and disputes may arise due to this; however, they do not...