Understanding Judicial Interpretation Judicial interpretation is the process by which federal courts seek to determine the meaning of the Constitution and laws passed by the legislative branch. As a fundamental function of the courts, statutory interpretation is the mechanism by which judges and justices ascertain the underlying principles and implications of laws in order to …
Decoding the CA Realtors Commercial Lease The California Association of Realtors commercial lease agreement is a standardized contract that commercial lessors in California typically use when leasing a property. This standardization provides consistency in the terms and conditions of commercial leases across the state, which can be particularly helpful in negotiations and dispute resolution. The …
What Is a Legal Intern? Legal interns, often law students or law school graduates, undertake a variety of assignments in the course of their tenure through all types of firms, corporations, and businesses. They may conduct research, write reports and correspondence, and help to draft pleadings and other documents for attorneys. They might also have …
Maryland’s Approach to Common Law Marriage Maryland does not recognize common law marriages. As a general rule, the state of Maryland does not recognize common law marriages entered into after January 1, 2013. However, common law marriages that were entered into before that date are still recognized by the state. These relationships may be dissolved …
Overview of New Orleans’ Legal Landscape The city of New Orleans has long been a major player in the legal arena. It currently has some of the fastest-growing and largest firms in the country and provides a significant portion of the legal services needed by business and industry operating in the state. For the last …
How Business Structures Work Lawyers also begin their practice with entities known as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, limited liability companies and professional limited liability companies. In addition, they may form partnerships with other lawyers. Furthermore, lawyers are required to maintain IOLTA accounts which are similar to general partnerships.The sole proprietorship is the simplest form of …
Community Property Agreement: What Is It? A Community Property Agreement is a type of marital property agreement that is commonly used in community property states. It allows a couple to convert their separate property into community property (half owned by each spouse). The property can then be divided at divorce in half or left to …
Overview of Roadblocks in Mississippi Roadblocks, or at least police roadblocks, are a common tool used by law enforcement in the United States. A roadblock is essentially a device, such as a barricade that blocks off part of a street or road, to control traffic. Law enforcement may set up roadblocks for numerous reasons, including, …
All About Legal Size File Cabinets Legal size file cabinets are built to store "legal size" documents. For those of you who don’t know what a "legal size" document is, it is an 8.5" x 14" sheet of paper. Legal size cabinets hold a standard size of file folder, which are typically cut to 3" …
The Current Legal Landscape for Deer Baiting in Michigan The legal status of deer baiting in Michigan has undergone significant changes in recent years. Under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act, P.A. 451 of 1994, MCL 324.40101 et seq. ("NREPA"), the natural resource commission was given the authority to regulate deer hunting in Michigan, …
