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 […]
Federal Rule of Evidence 704: Understanding Expert Testimony in Litigation
Overview of Federal Rule of Evidence 704 Federal Rule of Evidence 704 governs the admissibility of expert testimony in federal court. The rule provides that an expert may provide an opinion or otherwise provide testimony about an opinion or conclusion even though it embraces an […]
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 […]
The Ins and Outs of Terminating Parental Rights in Texas: Forms and Procedures
The Lowdown on Termination of Parental Rights The point at which a court orders the complete severance of the parent-child relationship is referred to as termination of parental rights. Terminating the parent-child relationship with a father or mother can be done for a variety of […]
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 […]
A Closer Look at Legal Aid for Wage Garnishment: Your Path to Financial Freedom
The Basics of Wage Garnishment Wage garnishment is a legal procedure frequently used by creditors to ensure full repayment of debts owed. The process involves a court-ordered reduction of disposable income until the creditor is repaid. It is typically enforced only after a creditor has […]
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 […]