Building a Strong Mediation Agreement: An Example

Evaluating the Mediation Agreement A mediation agreement is a document that signifies that two or more parties to a dispute have reached an agreement with respect to the resolution of their legal matter and have agreed to formalize that agreement. Generally, mediation is used within court order mediation programs in both domestic and civil matters. […]

Costs of a Lawyer Contract Review

Do You Need A Lawyer to Review your Contract? You might think that an attorney taking 10 hours to review a 40 page contract is over doing it, but you would be wrong. A qualified lawyer should not only be seeking to avoid all of the obvious problems, but they should be looking for the […]

Legal Grounds for Breaking a Lease in Arizona

Intro to Lease Agreements in Arizona Arizona is a transient state and we have renters not only from across this country but around the world. Many of the major employers in Arizona have a large number of employees who are in Arizona for a short time but are rotated on a regular basis.The problem of […]

A Guide to the Addendum: Confidently Renew Your Lease Agreement

Defining the Lease Renewal Addendum A renewal addendum is a document that a landlord and tenant execute to extend a lease agreement beyond its original expiration date. Even though the law classifies it as an amendment, in practical terms it serves as a substitute amendment; a lease renewal addendum does not alter the original lease, […]

Navigating Life Without a Prenup

Prenup Defined A prenuptial agreement, or a premarital agreement, as it is defined under New Jersey law, "is an agreement between prospective spouses made in contemplation of marriage and to be effective upon marriage." N.J.S.A 25:1-5. In practice, however, the prenuptial agreement is often misstated as a contract that is effective prior to the marriage […]

Understanding BPA’s Business Law and Ethics

Business Law and Ethics Explained The understanding of business law and ethics is crucial for businesses and legal professionals alike. At its core, business law governs all the legal aspects of business and commerce, while business ethics deals with the moral principles and standards that guide the behavior and decisions of individuals and organizations in […]

A Complete Introduction to Minnesota Emancipation Laws for Minors

An Overview of Emancipation At its core, emancipation is a legal process by which a minor ages 16 and over can be liberated from the control of his or her parents or legal guardians. Emancipation gives a minor the right to make legal decisions and engage in employment contracts that a minor would not be […]

The Maternity Leave Laws in Florida: What You Should Know

The Basics of Maternity Leave Laws in Florida In the United States, the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) governs maternity leave to a large degree. This federal law applies to businesses of a certain size, and it gives mothers the right to take maternity leave for 12 weeks. Unfortunately, Florida does not have separate maternity […]

How to Locate the Ideal Disability Law Firm in Your Area

The Basics of Disability Law An understanding of disability law includes a basic familiarity with the main terms that define the area of law. The big three are Social Security Disability (SSD), long-term disability (LTD) insurance claims, and special education law. At the Broad Law Firm we handle only SSD and LTD. By googling your […]

Texas Hotel Eviction Statute: What You Need to Know

Overview of Hotel Evictions Texas hotel eviction laws set standards for a business’s right to remove guests from the property. Hotels aren’t just a service provider; they also provide security, comfort and location for the people who stay with them. At the same time, hotel guests are also more than just customers. They’re guests. And […]