Businesses do not operate in a vacuum. They depend on the economy and the working relationships of multiple different parties. In some cases, conflicts can arise through the course of business operations that can complicate day-to-day workflows or even put the future...
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When handwritten or oral wills are valid in Tennessee
Planning for the future often involves considering what will happen to your belongings after you're gone. Most people create a formal, written will to ensure their wishes are followed. However, life can be unpredictable. Sometimes, unexpected events occur, and there...
Should your company work with previously contentious vendors?
When it comes to running a business, maintaining smooth relationships with vendors can help to facilitate the successful operation of a company. However, these relationships can become contentious under certain circumstances, whether due to disagreements over pricing,...
Is the growth of mold proof of improper construction?
Construction companies have to comply with the law. There are regulations that establish minimum standards for residential properties. Businesses and professionals in the construction sector also have to meet the expectations of their clients. It is common to invest a...
When is a citizen’s arrest a violation of someone’s rights?
Members of the public may witness criminal activity when they’re out and about. In some cases, they may feel compelled to intervene because they view that as the right thing to do. Attempting to detain someone who has broken the law could lead to that party's arrest...
What your family should do if you discover multiple wills
When your family discovers multiple wills during probate of a loved one’s estate, the most recent document should negate the other(s). However, before enforcing its provisions, the probate court must still validate that will. Unfortunately, when determining the valid...
Will Tennessee courts uphold an employer’s noncompete agreement?
The more important the role that someone fills at a company, the more likely they are to have access to certain trade secrets. Businesses may give executives, managers and other professionals access to proprietary information like client lists, recipes and other trade...
Who pays debts on behalf of an estate?
In some cases, a person passes away after making poor financial decisions, and they have an incredible amount of debt. But it could also be that things happened that were outside of their control. Maybe they made wise decisions and simply contracted a deadly disease...
2 ways for construction companies to avoid defect claims
Construction companies and contractors depend on building a local reputation to continue attracting new clients. All it takes is a single major claim against a professional or a construction company for some prospective clients to look elsewhere for upcoming...
3 reasons you might face a claim of violating someone’s rights
Those who work in positions of governmental authority have an obligation to the public. They must comply with the law and ensure that they uphold the basic rights of the people they serve. Government authority figures, including those who work at regulatory agencies...