Navigating the Business Insurance Claim Maze Business insurance has a clear purpose…to protect a business from financial loss should a significant "unexpected" event occur. The most obvious situations are fires, storms, theft, flooding, etc., that would cause a business to incur more expense to repair or replace property, procure temporary use of alternative property and/or even temporarily close. However, there…
Important Tasks Covered by a Listing Agreement One of the main purposes of a listing agreement is to grant a broker authority to help you sell your property. The scope of that authority will depend entirely on the terms of the listing agreement and how it’s worded. In other words, a listing agreement allows a broker to do whatever specifically…
Trespass for Hunting on Private Property in Pennsylvania In Pennsylvania, much like in other states, the ownership of private land provides broad rights to the owner. Most notably, these rights encompass the ability to exercise near total control over who and what is permitted on the premises. In general, so long as the property owner acts within the boundaries of…
Judge Lawrence Knipel Part 14 Judge Lawrence Knipel is a justice of the Supreme Court for New York County. He sits in the Civil Branch, primarily handling torts, negligence, malpractice, contracts, administrative, and environmental matters. Judge Knipel was elected to the Supreme Court of the State of New York, 2nd Judicial District in 2012 after serving as a Justice of…
An Overview of the Legal Aid Society The Legal Aid Society is a nonprofit organization that provides legal services to low-income clients throughout New York. It was established in 1876 as a leader in the field of public interest law and has since expanded significantly to provide legal representation and support to a greater number of people in more areas…
An Overview of NJ Form C Interrogatories In New Jersey civil litigation, the discovery process is a critical phase that allows both parties to gather information about each other’s claims and defenses. A fundamental tool of the discovery process is the use of interrogatories, which are written questions served upon the opposing party that they are required to answer in…
Importing Japanese Cars: An Introduction Japan has a reputation for manufacturing iconic vehicles, which have built a wide and loyal customer base throughout the world. From the reliable Toyota Corolla to the sleek Nissan Skyline GT-R, there’s a vehicle for every taste and every occasion. However, before you can drive one of these iconic cars on the streets of your…
Getting to Know Construction Law From the basic construction design process to the various litigation phases, construction law can be complex and all-inclusive. Construction law is the body of law that regulates all aspects of the construction process. Specifically, construction law is designed to regulate what happens throughout the various stages of construction, including pre-construction design, development documents, and negotiations.…
What is a Retainer Agreement? A retainer agreement, or retainer contract, is a legally binding document that lays out the terms of a legal service. Every retainer agreement serves two purposes. It gives you, the client, peace of mind knowing that you are protected by law. And for the attorney, it’s a way to ensure that they are protected against…
What is an Amended and Restated Agreement? A common agreement in place for a long-term business relationship is one that is amended and restated from time to time. This can be used for a variety of agreements, including Operating Agreements, Partnership Agreements, and Employment Agreements, among many others. But what is an amended and restated agreement? An amended and restated…