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What is a Salon Chair Rental Agreement? A "salon chair rental agreement" is a legal contract between two parties wherein one party (the "salon owner") agrees to allow another party (typically a hairstylist, barber, or beautician) to lease space in the salon to provide services to salon customers. It’s an agreement that sets out the […]
Understanding Policyholder Rights When you enter into an agreement with an insurer, you should understand the basic rights you have as the policyholder. This understanding is essential when filing an injury claim.First and foremost, you have the right to be treated fairly and in good faith. Legitimate claims filed and meeting all of the requirements […]
What is the Legal Age of Consent in South Carolina? The "Age of Consent" is a legal term referring to the specific age at which a person may consent to sexual activity. If the activity involves a person above that age, the act may not be considered illegal. In South Carolina, the age of consent […]
The Importance of Thank You Emails Thank You Emails Matter: Express Professionalism and Continued Interest in the Hiring ProcessFor law students or lateral attorney candidates interviewing for law firm opportunities, sending a well-written thank you email to the interviewers is a necessary step in the process. Our clients tell us that such notes reflect a […]
Can Texts be Admissible in a Court of Law? Text messages are generally considered to be fair game as evidence in divorce court. They are treated just like email or a physical letter. In fact, many of the same rules that apply to the admissibility of emails also apply to text messages. If they are […]
Stock Purchase Agreements Defined A stock purchase agreement is a contract that explains the circumstances under which the stock of a corporation either privately or publicly held , will be bought or sold. It typically provides for the purchase of shares for a stated price and within a set period of time or as determined […]
Handwritten Modifications Explained A handwritten change to a will, often called a "holographic" change after the famous 2010 Canadian case, involves any modifications written and signed by the testator themselves. For example, if they cross out the name of one beneficiary and replace it with another, or if they handwrite in a new executor to […]
Classic Legal Novels To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee: Written in the 1960s, the Pulitzer-prize-winning To Kill a Mockingbird, is the fictionalized account of a black man accused of raping a white woman in the segregation-era American South. The story unfolds in small-town Alabama, where the children of the defendant’s white attorney Scout and […]
What is a Common Law State? The term common law describes a system of law in which judicial decisions determine the interpretation of legislation and precedent (the common law) is considered high authority. In England, common law was developed by judges who would decide on a case and set a precedent. As courts began to […]
Good Reasons For Why Your Business Needs A Lawyer While you may be tempted to view a Maryland business lawyer as being simply an added expense, not hiring an attorney is almost invariably a mistake. Although the final word will always be yours, a Maryland business lawyer will help you understand your obligations and options […]
