The Basics of Mass Separation Agreements in the Workplace

Definition of Mass Separation Agreement When large groups of employees experience the same outcome from an employment decision, an employer will want to use a different document than an Individual Release to document an individual employee’s agreement about the same outcome. This document is known as a Mass Separation Agreement.A […]

Is It Essential to Notarize a Contract? The Basics

What Does Notarization Mean? Notarization is the process by which a public official, known as a notary public, verifies that signatures on documents are legitimate. The notary is authorized to perform a number of official acts such as certifying documents, taking depositions, and administering oaths. For the purposes of this […]

Get to Know Exit Agreements: Best Practices and Insights

Exit Agreement for a Company: What is it? Exit Agreements are agreements between two or more parties relating to the cessation of a professional relationship. Those parties can either be employees and their employer or they can relate to the break-up of a business partnership or joint venture. Regardless of […]

Understanding the Owner Operator Lease Agreement in Trucking

Owner Operator Lease Agreement Defined Owner Operator Lease Agreements are agreements that govern the relationship between a trucking company or freight broker and an Owner Operator. These contracts are designed to allow trucking companies to utilize independent contractors (Owner Operators) without subjecting trucking companies to liability as a "joint employer." […]

Making a Florida Breach of Contract Complaint: A Template and Guide

What You Need to Know About Florida’s Breach of Contract Statute In Florida, a breach of contract occurs when one party to a legally enforceable contract fails to perform its contractual obligations to the other party to the contract. For example, if one party to a contract agrees to perform […]

How to Prevail in a Mold Injury Lawsuit

Mold Injury Lawsuits Explained Mold injury cases typically arise from the "sick building syndrome," where occupants of a building experience health problems due to mold exposure resulting in persistent irritation of the mucous membranes, headaches, fatigue, and general malaise. The indoor air temperature and ventilation rate strongly affect the health […]

Are Awards From a Court Subject to Tax?

Categories of Jury and Court Awards Compensatory Court AwardsAs a general rule, court awards compensating for personal loss, such as economic damages from a car, truck or motorcycle accident or a dog bite, and even pain and suffering, are not subject to income tax. In many personal injury settlements or […]

Mastering Eforms Lease Agreements: The Ultimate Guide

What You Need to Know About Eforms Lease Agreements As technology continues to transform the way we engage in business, the real estate industry is no exception. Especially in relation to the development and leasing of commercial property, eforms lease agreements have emerged as a significant and widely used tool, […]