Vendor Agreement Overview Vendor contracts are essentially written agreements between your company and an entity you are purchasing products, services or materials from. They specify the details of the transaction and are intended to establish a binding agreement that lays out all parties’ obligations and protects your interests.The details included will depend on the nature…
What Is Lane Splitting? What is lane splitting (and how is it different from lane filtering)?Lane splitting is when a motorcyclist rides in the lane between slowly moving or stopped vehicles (think rush hour or I-10 at 5:00 PM on a Friday), allowing the motorcyclist to pass that line of cars that have no other…
Determining What a Custodial Parent Is Understanding the Legal Definition of a Custodial ParentAlthough often thought to mean "the parent who gets the most time with the children" the legal definition of a custodial parent does not actually refer the time-sharing schedule at all. Rather, it is a legal term of art, that concedes to…
Tennessee Legal Separation Versus Divorce Legal separation is more than simply an informal arrangement between you and your spouse. By filing for legal separation in Tennessee, the issue of spousal maintenance (alimony) may be determined, the division of property and debts may be determined, child support may be determined, and all other matters involved in…
What Is the Four Corners Rule? The Four Corners Rule is one of the fundamental maxims in contract law, always applying when courts are required to determine the meaning of a contract. Practically, when a court is called to interpret a contract, it will first turn and look to the four corners.Essentially then, the four…
What is Considered the Legal Age of Consent in Colorado? The legal age of consent in Colorado is 17. This means that if a person is 17 years of age or older, they are considered an adult for purposes of the law, and no longer subject to statutory rape laws. For example, a 20-year-old teacher…
All About Legal Guardianship A legal guardianship is a legal relationship that exists between a minor and an adult. A legal guardian has all the legal authority and responsibilities associated with being a parent to the child. In many respects, this legal association between a child and a guardian is very similar to them having…
A Brief Overview of Costa Rica Labor Laws Every employer and employee in Costa Rica should have a basic understanding of the country’s labor laws. These laws apply to all employers and employees, regardless of whether they are foreign or national, and whether they work in a foreign or local company. The only exceptions are…
The Basics of Florida Condo Leases Florida’s laws clearly define what a condominium lease agreement is. The Condominium Association Act states that the owner of a condo unit may not lease the entire unit without the consent of the condominium association. A "condominium lease" is defined as "any lease of a condominium unit for a…
Social Law Library Orientation The Social Law Library is the oldest law library in continuous operation in the United States. Founded in 1803, the Social Law Library was created by a group of Boston lawyers who knew that many lawyers, particularly legislators or those who were working alone in rural communities, would not be able…