As a litigator, I’ve seen firsthand how misunderstandings about contracts can lead to costly disputes. In today’s fast-paced business world, it’s easy to overlook the fundamentals, but getting back to basics can save you time, money, and headaches. That’s why I’m diving into one of the most foundational elements of business: the contract. Whether you’re […]
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Ever signed up for a service like software, equipment leasing, or a vendor contract, only to realize it has quietly renewed itself? Those are autorenewal contracts—sometimes called “evergreen” contracts—and they can be a real headache if you’re not paying attention. They keep going unless you actively cancel them, and the fine print can trip you
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Strap on those sparkly boots and grab your pom-poms, because America’s Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders just dropped its second season on Netflix! Everyone is swooning over the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ (DCC) killer dance moves and iconic star-spangled uniforms. But beneath the dazzle, these ladies are fighting a gritty battle over wages and working conditions that’s
Since the enactment of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), business owners have been watching the back-and-forth developments on beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting like a legal soap opera. ON: The Initial Rollout Initially, the CTA required business owners to report details on anyone owning 25% or more of a company or exerting substantial control over
Whenever law and religion cross paths, there is a tricky dance that must be done. The U.S. Constitution guarantees that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof…” (First Amendment). So, to prevent discrimination based on religion without violating the Establishment Clause, Congress requires accommodations for an
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Recently, the South Carolina Supreme Court struck down the state’s Fetal Heartbeat and Protection from Abortion Act (the “Act”), finding that it violates a woman’s right to privacy as guaranteed by the South Carolina Constitution. It’s no secret that rights surrounding abortions and women’s health care are a hot topic in the media and politics.Â
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Motherhood is tough. Working outside the home while also being a mom is even tougher. Federal lawmakers recently approved the PUMP Act, attempting to make breastfeeding a little easier for working moms.  The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) previously required employers to provide a place (that is not a bathroom) and unpaid break time
You’ve started a business and things are booming! Now you need help getting all the work done. Do you hire an employee or an independent contractor? What’s the difference and why does it matter?  In short, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) puts restrictions on labeling workers as independent contractors to protect those
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That’s how the saying goes, right? Maybe not, but I’m the odd bird who doesn’t particularly care for chocolates. I do, however, love a good board game. My husband and I are board game nerds, so an exciting Friday night for us is usually spent gathered around a table strategizing how to build a deck
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Most disputes we see come out of a contract. And many times, the dispute could have been avoided at the drafting stage.   Contracts are used every day by many different people. In fact, I would bet that most people sign a contract of some kind every week. Getting your car repaired? Having a minor medical
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