Any good business deal begins with a contract. While parties may engage in many meetings, verbal assurances, and handshakes, the details of the parties’ final agreement should be in writing. If you are getting ready to begin a project or business deal, consult with an attorney from an experienced business law firm like the Law Offices of Robert L. Hill to ensure your contract is providing you with the protection and clarity that your business...
Seniors are one of the most vulnerable groups in our society. Far too often unscrupulous people prey upon this vulnerability. It is very important to understand the warning signs of financial elder abuse so you can immediately guide victimized seniors to help. Seniors Lose Billions of Dollars Every Year Through Financial Elder Abuse While most seniors are treated with the love, care, and devotion they deserve, studies show that elder abuse is all too common. According...
A California appellate court recently upheld an arbitration agreement contained within an employee handbook, even though the employee never signed the actual agreement. The case reinforces the broad scope of arbitration agreements and underscores the importance of speaking with experienced counsel when presented with legal documents. The case began when the plaintiff sued his former employer in Los Angeles Superior Court for racial discrimination, wrongful termination, failure to pay for overtime and rest breaks, and other...
Long anticipated changes to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure are scheduled to become effective on December 1, 2015, absent congressional action to the contrary. These changes will have a significant impact on federal practice in three primary respects. First, the amendments will reduce delays that are commonplace at the onset of a case. Second, the changes limit the scope of permissible discovery. Third, the amendments outline the remedies available when a party fails to...