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Serving Alcohol at Company Events
By now, the winter holidays are a dim memory, but there are other events that companies may celebrate. Consequently, it is always helpful to review ways to minimize the risks of serving alcohol at company events.
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Non-Authority for Non-Recruitment Covenants Under New York Law
While many employers have written employment contracts with restrictive covenants designed to hinder employees from departing for a competitor, the state and federal courts considering New York law have not uniformly enforced such provisions.
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Social Networking
Not only is social networking taking over how we live, work, communicate and "socialize," it is changing how lawyers litigate and practice law.
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When Did Intermittent Become a Noun?
While dealing with intermittent leave is one of the most difficult issues that HR staff faces, there are certainly some opportunities for employers to control employee abuse.
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The Commercial Real Estate Broker's Lien Act
The commercial real estate broker's lien act is finally a reality in Michigan.
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The New BOMA Method for Measuring Office Building Area
The Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) recently released a new standard for measuring an office building's rentable area. They are explained herein.
Subordination Without Nondisturbance
It is virtually axiomatic that when a mortgagee takes possession from a defaulting borrower-landlord, the mortgagee encounters the harsh reality of a neglected piece of real estate.
In the Spotlight: How Many Arbitrators Does It Take to Settle a Lease Dispute?
Rather than the usual three, if both parties agree on a single experienced and qualified commercial arbitrator, they will cut down the costs substantially.
Top Ten Issues in Co-Tenancy Provisions in Retail Leases
While landlords may use whatever bargaining power they possess to avoid granting a co-tenancy provision in a retail lease, the circumstances may dictate that a deal will not get done without one, especially in the current economy.
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