Terminating an employee is not an easy task, but it is a necessary part of running a business. Unfortunately, it’s also an action that can create vulnerabilities for a company, spawning lawsuits or other forms of retaliation from former employees. Even if the termination was fully justified, becoming the focus of a wrongful termination lawsuit […]
Dogs may be man’s best friend, but their teeth are viciously sharp. Even the sweetest, most well-trained dog can bite, whether or not he or she has been provoked. If you’ve been attacked by someone else’s dog, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Talk […]
You already know that you should never sign a contract before reading it thoroughly. However, what happens if you aren’t quite sure whether you understand what you’ve read? Whether you are a property owner, future homeowner, general contractor, or subcontractor, you can benefit from the seasoned guidance of a construction law attorney. Identifying Potential Issues […]
Authorities rely on whistleblowers to uncover fraudulent or wrongful acts committed by corporations and government agencies. Many whistleblowers are individuals motivated by a strong sense of professional ethics. While most cases of whistleblowing never become headline news, there have been quite a few famous ones over the years. Jeffrey Wigand Jeffrey Wigand was a high-level […]
Article by Tucson Local Media
As we informed you earlier this year, the Department of Labor issued a proposed rule raising the salary level for the white-collar overtime exemption to $35,308 a year, up from $23,660. The proposed rule also suggested raising the salary for highly compensated employees to $147,414 from $100,000. On September 27, 2019, the Department of Labor’s […]
The Pima County Code’s swimming pool provisions were last updated in 1990, almost thirty years ago. Nonetheless, when an individual is injured in a pool, and a property owner is sued invariably the property owner will argue compliance with the Pima County Code to say they did nothing wrong. The argument is often meritless. Code […]
Every company has the potential to become the subject of a whistleblower action. Whistleblowers may step forward to report on alleged instances of fraud or other wrongful activities in the workplace. Regardless of how the whistleblower complaint is resolved, the whistleblowers themselves are under strict protection from retaliatory actions. Consult an attorney immediately if you […]
General contractors are responsible for transforming 2D blueprints into 3D, real-life buildings. However, they don’t always have the right staff in-house. Subcontractors are hired to bridge the gap and ensure the work gets done properly and on time. Of course, hiring a subcontractor comes with its own challenges. Here’s what construction law attorneys want general […]
When a loved one dies, it’s possible that not everyone will be satisfied with the terms of the will. A will is a legal document that cannot be contested simply because it isn’t satisfactory to the heirs. In order to have a probate attorney contest the will, there must be sufficient grounds. In addition, heirs […]
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