What is legal guardianship? A legal guardian is an individual who assumes the responsibility for a child until that child reaches a particular age. This is not to be confused with the role of a foster parent. A legal guardian assumes all of the custody and control for the child. This means that the guardian can delegate the authority to […]
The Law Surrounding Fees for Medical Records
An Introduction to Fees Present in Medical Charts In general, HIPAA expressly excludes any "fee for copying" records from its preemptive authority. While the HITECH Act is more expansive and includes fees, the HITECH Act applies only to "requiring" individuals to pay for copies of their records; it does not authorize a covered entity to charge for copies. It is […]
How to Read Georgia Property Legal Descriptions
What is a Legal Description of Property? A legal property description is a precise statement that identifies a specific location of a property, whether it be a portion of land or a whole lot. The description is typically recorded by a licensed surveyor in a legal survey completed before the closing. In most cases, it is a complex mathematical statement […]
What You Need to Know About Private Road Maintenance Agreements in Arizona
Private Road Maintenance Agreements Explored A private road maintenance agreement is essentially exactly what it sounds like: an agreement regarding the maintenance of a private road. The private road can be owned by an entity or by individuals and can serve a number of interest groups, including individuals with lake access, owners of resorts, homeowners’ associations, and others. And as […]
A Complete Overview Of Legal Services in Bucks County
An Introduction to Legal Services in Bucks County Bucks County offers virtual law practices across virtually all areas of the law. The following is a sampling of legal services offered by attorneys in the county: Family Law: Divorce, custody, child support, adoption, mediation. Personal Injury Law: Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip & falls, defective products, paternity, adoption, premises liability, wrongful […]
Defamation Against a Company Explained: Protect Your Brand
Defamation in a Business Setting: What Is It? Defamation against a business is defined as the making of a false statement regarding a person that is damaging to that person’s business. In most cases, the statement must meet the legal definition that it must show intent to cause damage to the person’s reputation or to the person’s trade, business or […]
Agreements to Agree: A Legal and Practical Guide
What is an Agreement to Agree? Agreements to agree ("ATA") are a common a tool often overlooked by non-lawyers. These clauses set out an intention to develop a future contract through good faith negotiations.The Courts recognize ATAs as a valid tool that parties can use. These provisions may therefore often be relevant to the resolution of a dispute in a […]
Key Corporate Law Firms in Washington D.C.: Ultimate Guide
The State of Corporate Law in Washington D.C Corporate law is a crucial aspect of business operations, particularly in a city like Washington D.C., which serves as a hub for economic and commercial activities. The District of Columbia’s regulatory framework encompasses both long-standing legal principles and contemporary issues in business, such as intellectual property, international trade, and mergers and acquisitions. […]
Understanding Sample Legal Billing Entries: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction to Legal Billing Legal billing is a fundamental part of running a law practice, and it is important to have a good system for billing so that you will be able to accurately charge fees and get paid efficiently. At the same time, legal billing is often overlooked or taken for granted, which can lead to problems that are […]
The Legal Debt Recovery Maze: An In-Depth Guide
Dissecting Legal Debt Recovery Debt recovery is a fundamental process of law that supports the smooth functioning of markets and the economy. The legal debt recovery process is a legal mechanism that enables creditors to recover outstanding debts owed by debtors.The key principles that underpin legal debt recovery are that debtors should repay what they owe to creditors, creditors have […]