A Look at Michigan Labor Laws for Breaks Michigan, like most states, is subject to the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which governs employers’ wage and hour rules in the workplace. The FLSA only governs "covered" employers and employees. A covered employer is one with revenues exceeding $500,000. Employee […]
Understanding Arizona Window Tint Laws
What Constitutes Legal Window Tint in Arizona? In Arizona, the legal definition of window tinting is governed by state law and regulated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS). The regulations apply for all tinted car windows, including those in the front windshield and the side windows of all […]
Understanding Hawaii’s Noise Laws: What You Need to Know
An Overview of Noise Ordinances in Hawaii To maintain peace and harmony in a community, there must be some limits on noise. After all, we do not want the entire community to be subject to a loud rock concert or a perpetual barking dog. The State of Hawaii has adopted […]
Navigating the Lemon Law Buyback Calculator: A Complete Guide
What Exactly is a Lemon Law Buyback? When it is determined that a vehicle has serious enough manufacturing defects that it is classified as a "lemon", a "lemon law buyback" may be offered to the consumer. Under a lemon law buyback, the manufacturer agrees to repurchase the vehicle at an […]
Georgia Legal Separation: A Comprehensive Overview
Is Legal Separation Recognized in Georgia? In Georgia, there is no specific legal status known as "legal separation." According to the Georgia Divorce Code, parties can either be married or they can be divorced. It states: "A marriage may be dissolved only between a husband and a wife or between […]
Operating Agreement vs Articles of Organization: Differences Demystified
What Are the Basics When Forming an LLC? The first step to forming a LLC, in most states, is to file entity formation paperwork with the Secretary of State; in this context, the most common filing that we will be addressing is the Articles of Organization. Also known as: a […]
The Best Class Action Firms: A Definitive List
What To Look For In A Class Action Firm History and a stellar track record are two of the most important criteria for any law firm. Particularly in the area of class action law where the stakes are so high. You need a firm that has both navigated multiple cases, […]
The Legal Register: Definition and Significance
What Is a Legal Register? The legal register is a fundamental concept to understand when providing compliance management services. The most basic definition of a legal register is that it is a list of relevant legislation, its details and how it relates to an organization. Thus, it serves a basic […]
Leveraging Text Messages as Evidence in Family Court: Key Considerations
Text Messages as Admissible Evidence When it comes to the use of digital communications as evidence in family court, there are a number of factors that are considered, including relevance, authenticity, materiality and prejudice. Text messages are no exception. In fact, text messages and other electronic communications have become common […]
An In-Depth Look at Marriage Contracts With Samples
A Primer on Marriage Contracts A marriage contract is a legally binding document entered into prior to or during the marriage. The contract regulates the division of property and ownership of assets in the event of divorce or separation. The intention of this contract is to ensure the parties do […]