Understanding the “Pass the Trash” Law: Safeguarding Our Schools

What is the “Pass the Trash” Law? 19th-century author Anthony Hope wrote the popular novel "The Prisoner of Zenda" in which well meaning nobles attempted to pass off a less-than-sterling impersonator of the rightful king as the real deal, to avoid an international incident. Although […]

Tax Liability on Legal Settlements

Categories of Settlements & Applicable Taxes While the rules governing the taxation of legal settlements are fairly intricate, as a general rule, settlements are taxed according to their nature. In other words, if a settlement is awarded as compensation for a physical injury, the tax […]

How Employment Agreements Become Legally Binding

What is Required for an Employment Agreement to be Legally Binding First, is there mutual consent and accord? Both parties must agree to the essential terms and conditions. That’s the obvious stuff. But also, was there a meeting of the minds on other lesser terms?Second, […]

**Managing BP Medical Claims with Nations Law Firm**

What Are BP Medical Claims? Following the BP Oil Spill in 2010, thousands of people became ill from exposure to chemicals and toxins released into the Gulf waters. While claims related to clean up have been filed, a lesser known aspect of the BP Oil […]

Tax Deductions for Legal Settlements

What is a Legal Settlement? Legal Settlements are monetary payments made to settle a legal dispute. These disputes can arise from personal injury, property damage, harassment or discrimination and can occur over business contracts, break of agreement between business partners or some other reason. Legal […]

Understanding Colorado Trapping Rules: A Comprehensive Overview

What You Need to Know About Colorado Trapping Laws Trapping is not just a sport; in Colorado, it’s an important tool for wildlife management and species conservation. As such, it’s no surprise that the state has a series of laws and regulations governing the practice […]

The Significance of Change Order Clauses in Construction Agreements

A Guide to Change Order Clauses A change order clause is a common provision in construction contracts that lays out the contractual framework for modifying the scope of a construction project. Change orders range from minor modifications of the plans and specifications to significant alterations […]