What is an Entire Agreement Clause? An entire agreement clause is a common feature of legal agreements as it enables the agreement to operate upon an agreed basis. The typical ‘entire agreement’ clause will aim to prevent the introduction of ‘extrinsic’ evidence (for example other documents or statements made alongside the entering into an agreement) […]
Finkel Law Firm – A Legal Champion in Charleston
All About Finkel Law Firm Finkel Law Firm stands as a trusted establishment in the Charleston legal landscape. Founded with a commitment to offer top-tier legal guidance, the firm has a rich history on the Charleston Peninsula. The firm is known for its unwavering principles. It is an entity that prides itself on building strong […]
Navigating Legal Descriptions with Clarity and Precision
The Basics of Legal Descriptions A legal description is used in a legal document to describe the subject matter of the document, such as an interest in land (a deed), or a right in an estate document (such as a will). The scope of the land area is normally defined by metes and bounds in […]
How Tennessee Easement Laws Work: A Detailed Overview
What’s an Easement? A basic definition for an easement is a right of use over another person’s real estate, pursuant to the terms of the grant of the easement or easement application. An easement may be reserved in favor of someone selling property or may be granted to some other party. The parcel of land […]
Achieving Success with Legal Project Management Certification
The Basics of Legal Project Management As the legal industry becomes increasingly competitive and clients demand more transparency and efficiency from their service providers, innovative approaches to legal delivery continuing to gain traction. One such approach is the implementation of Legal Project Management (LPM). For many firms, it offers a way to standardize approach to […]
The A to Z of Construction Law and Contracts
Construction Law Explained Understanding Construction Law and ContractsConstruction law encompasses the legal rules and regulations that govern the construction industry. Broadly speaking, it is the study of the law dealing with the description, financing, and execution of the work involved in the construction of structures. Ultimately, it refers to the rights and liabilities of all […]
An Overview of Joint Property Ownership Laws in Alabama
All About Joint Property Ownership Joint property ownership is a common arrangement in Alabama and across the United States. It generally means that two or more people own the same property, such as a home, business or investment. These individuals share the rights, responsibilities and liabilities associated with owning that property, whether it be in […]
Proving Mental Abuse in Court: A Comprehensive Guide
What is Mental Abuse? Defining mental abuse is not an easy task. The word abuse means the improper or excessive use of something or treating someone with cruelty or violence, but to call an action abuse it is necessary that the action be improper or excessive. And so we begin the difficulty in defining mental […]
Minute Orders in Court: The Full Guide
What’s a Minute Order? For those of you newly grappling with the strange world of California court procedures, there may be some confusion as to the difference between a court order and a minute order. The terms sound similar, but they are actually different things.The official record of the proceedings in the California courts, whether […]
The Basics of Rent to Own Agreements in Texas
Definition of a Rent to Own Agreement Rent to Own agreements are a hybrid of rental contracts and purchase agreements. They include a fixed length rental period, followed by a unilateral or mutual option to purchase the property, once the option is exercised. Thus, Rent to Own (RTO) agreements usually consist of two or more […]