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Contractor Termination Contractor termination is the act of discontinuing the services of a contractor before the end of their contract period. Much like the termination of an employee, contractor termination may be initiated by either the contractor or the company, depending on the terms of the contract. However, in order to avoid being subject to a damages claim for breach of contract, the company will need to ensure that it terminates the contractor for a…

What We Mean by Law and Society Laws have always held a vital place in the structure and organization of society. For as long as communities have existed, people have had to draw lines and regulate behaviors in a way that keeps order and morale among the population. Even the earliest individuals to have gathered into groups and formed simple civilizations understood this vital social need. In order for any type of successful social structure…

What are lie detectors? Lie detectors have long been a point of fascination for both law enforcement and the general public. However, they are also often misunderstood, which can lead to them being misused. The more information you have about lie detectors- how they work and their purpose – the easier it is to determine if and when these tests are appropriate for a given circumstance. It sounds fancy and high tech, but the reality…

What Are Legal Binders? A legal binder is a critical organizational tool used by both legal professionals and everyday consumers to consolidate key documents relevant to any number of issues that require legal consideration. Legal professionals and consumers alike use legal binders to securely keep relevant legal documentation, printed or otherwise, together in one easy to access place. A legal binder is also used to refer to a few other things in the legal world.…

What is a Post-Nuptial Agreement? A post-nuptial agreement is a contract entered into by a married couple that comes into effect during their marriage. It typically addresses how assets and debts of each spouse will be handled in the event of a divorce. In the event the parties separate or divorce, it is enforceable in a Florida court, although it would need to be ratified as part of the dissolution of marriage process.Post-nuptial agreements are…

What are California On-Call Laws? On-call employment laws in California concern non-exempt employees who must be available for work but do not have a set shift. For example, a school or county employee who is on-call or called back to work outside of their regular hours. Under California Wage Order 4-2001 (regulating California private schools), Industrial Welfare Commission Wage Order 5-2001 (regulating rest breaks), and Wage Orders 1-2001, 2-2001, 7-2001, and 9-2001 (applying to employee…

What Constitutes a Legally Binding Contract? A ‘legally binding’ agreement is one that is enforceable in a court of law. For an agreement to fall within this category, it must constitute a legal contract. Equally, for a legal contract to exist, there must be at least four essential elements: For an agreement to be legally binding, it is not enough that two (or more) parties merely express a willingness to enter into a contractual relationship.…