The Basics of Share Purchase Agreements in the Philippines

What is a Share Purchase Agreement? A Share Purchase Agreement is a legal document between a buyer and a seller for the sale and purchase of the shares in a corporation (the Company) to which the seller holds shareholdings. In the Philippines, a Share Purchase Agreement can be structured to include both the sale of […] Read More

Navigating Georgia’s Continued Legal Education Requirement

Georgia CLE Overview Georgia’s Continuing Legal Education (CLE) requirements stipulate that legal professionals must complete 12 hours of accredited CLE programs, which must include at least 1 hour of ethics training annually. In addition to ethics, many legal professionals in the state attend CLE courses on civil procedure, criminal law, contract law, family law, labor […] Read More

The Public’s Right to Access HOA Documents

What are HOA Records? HOA Documents are essential because they provide homeowners with important information regarding their community, the rules they all must follow, the amenities that are offered, and the governing body that operates their community. HOA Documents include the Declaration, sometimes called CC&Rs for "Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions," by-laws, the budget, monthly or […] Read More

The Definitive Contract Coordinator Job Overview

The Purpose of a Contract Coordinator The Essential Guide to a Contract Coordinator Job DescriptionBy definition, a Contract Coordinator coordinates the process of negotiating contracts and implementing the arrangements of those contracts. He/she is responsible for ensuring the timely creation of contracts as well as the execution and approval of contracts that are created. Included […] Read More

Creating Retention Agreement Templates That Work: A Definitive Guide

Retention Agreement Defined The retention agreement is a written contractual arrangement that helps define the terms of the relationship between an employer and its employee, or a consultant and its company. In the context of an acquisition or other strategic transaction, the retention agreement is used to define the relationship between a target company and […] Read More

Can You Legally Backdate Events? Experts Weigh In

Backdating: What Is It? Backdating is generally defined as the practice of marking a document with an earlier date than the date on which the document was actually prepared. The context of the usage largely determines whether backdating is viewed in a positive or negative light . For a claim to be protected by a […] Read More

How to Sue a Contractor When You Don’t Have a Signed Contract

The Basics of Oral Contracts Verbal agreements, also known as oral contracts, are not uncommon in the realm of contracting work. Whether the job is too small to warrant a formal contract or the arrangement is made with a family member or close friend, hundreds of contracting jobs are arranged verbally each year. This leaves […] Read More

Iowa Labor Laws Explained for Salaried Workers

Iowa Labor Laws 101 Iowa labor laws are governed by the Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) agency. Iowa law applies to anyone working in the state, and particularly to those with salaried employment. In particular, Iowa has a minimum wage of $7.25, which is consistent with the federal minimum wage. In addition, there are laws governing […] Read More

The Law of Mutual Combat: Legal Ramifications and Case Analysis

What Is the Law of Mutual Combat? Mutual combat law is a legal doctrine that allows individuals who engage in a mutually agreed-upon physical altercation to avoid criminal prosecution for assault or other related crimes. This legal principle is based on the assumption that both parties consented to the fight and therefore should not face […] Read More