Defences in Contract Law 101 Defences are an essential element in the world of contract law. They act as a counterbalance to the presumption that parties are bound by the contract terms they have agreed to. Under English law, once a contract comes into existence, parties are generally expected to […]

Overview of Prenuptial Agreements and Wills I suggest you start with a brief overview of what a prenuptial agreement and a will are, and their purpose.What are prenuptial agreements and wills?Unlike wills, prenuptial agreements serve a wholly private purpose. They establish or define the parties’ financial arrangements, both with respect […]

Reformation in Contract Law 101 Reformation is an important contract remedy with the primary aim of allowing the parties to a flawed contract to reform their agreement to reflect the true intent of the parties at the time the agreement was made. At its core , reformation is a remedy […]

Exploring Ohio CLE Requirements Ohio lawyers are required to earn 24.0 hours of continuing legal education for each two-year continuing legal education period. At least two of those twenty-four (2.0) hours must be devoted to courses on professional conduct, client and lawyer confidentiality, the prevention of substance abuse and mental […]

Navigating the World of Horse Lease Agreements At its core, a horse lease agreement is a contract between the horse owner (lessor) and the lessee. The agreement should include all of the agreed upon terms of the horse lease , and each party should be careful to consider exactly what […]

New York Crossbow Laws Explained Knowing the laws that surround crossbows in New York is important for any archery enthusiast in the state. Failing to know or adhere to these laws can result in significant civil penalties or even criminal charges. Since they are used for both recreational and wildlife […]

Common Law Marriage in Arizona 101 Arizona does not recognize common law marriage. Some background to draw on: at various times, from territorial days to the early 1960s, the state’s legislature considered but failed to enact statutes recognizing common law marriage. Our current statutory language in Arizona requires solemnization or […]