Appellate law is significantly different from other areas of the law, as an appeal is not the same as a trial. In an appeals case, it is not possible to introduce new evidence or to present oral arguments based on evidence that was previously introduced at the trial. An appeal has the greatest chance of […]
On October 19, 2018, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum directing Federal Agencies to work together to reduce burdens on Western Water deliveries. The goal of the memorandum is to reduce regulatory burdens and improve water reliability. The Memorandum stated that it would benefit major water infrastructure projects. However, the focus of the memorandum was […]
You have probably heard of arbitration before, but you may not understand what the concept means. If you don’t want to take your case to court, arbitration is an alternative. How can you tell when arbitration is the best move for you? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about arbitration—and the answers. […]
The American Rule controls assessment of attorney fees arising out of litigation. Under this rule, each party is responsible for paying its own attorney fees, unless specific authority granted by statute or contract allows the assessment of those fees against the other party. The American Rule contrasts with the English Rule, under which the losing […]
The United States is currently experiencing the longest government shutdown in U.S. History. One of the several effects of this shutdown is the inability to access E-Verify accounts. E-Verify is a system allowing employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Since the government shutdown has made E-Verify unavailable, […]
Let’s face it: Company mergers are complex procedures. If you are getting ready for a company merger, you may be wondering if there are any steps you can take in order to ensure that the process runs as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips to keep in mind if you are involved in an […]
The 8th Circuit ruled on December 7, 2018 in Hustvet v. Allina Health System, that an employee who was terminated for failing to receive a vaccination for Rubella was not discriminated or retaliated against under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”). Janice Hustvet was an employee at the Courage Center (the “Center”) working […]
Personal injury cases are always serious. When an injury occurs, the injured person can experience pain, lost wages, and a lengthy recovery. Catastrophic injuries can be even more devastating. When these kinds of injuries occur, the victim may forever be unable to return to work or engage in his or her normal activities. Catastrophic injuries […]
Every five years Congress is tasked with passing a farm bill that sets the baseline for how agriculture will be treated within the federal government. In December of 2018, Congress did just that with bipartisan support. Below are a few highlights of the 800-page bill. Increased Crop Insurance Program The Price Loss Coverage (PLC) and […]
The current version of the Bankruptcy Code makes it cost prohibitive for small businesses to seek relief intended by a Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization. However, a bi-partisan effort has sought to make a reorganization possible for businesses with debt less than $2.5 million. The Small Business Reorganization Act of 2018 would make a Chapter 11 […]
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