Courts have struggled to define when a tenant can, or cannot, waive rent regulatory rights. This article is analyzes existing case law so that practitioners can draft stipulations of settlement that will survive challenges based on "waiver" or "public policy" grounds.
Unlike the attorney classes of five years ago, the latest class of attorneys is feeling less pampered and is prepared to immediately accept firm productivity expectations. But are they happy?
Due to the issuance of a recent decree by the German Tax Authorities, lawyers employed in Germany will likely have their taxable wages increased by the imputation of the firm's payment of certain insurance contracts. However, with the right planning, the amount imputed to these attorneys can be limited to a nominal amount.
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Important news from neighboring states.
During the current economic downturn, many people have unfortunately discovered that they have been the victims of sharp dealers and their Ponzi schemes. That means that some divorced couples and their attorneys now have one more thing to worry about.
Your advice to the non-monied future spouse on the issues that need to be covered during negotiations and the pitfalls to avoid can make all the difference in ensuring your client is not shortchanged in the event of death or divorce.
Perhaps because they are unfamiliar with the system, many attorneys forego the arbitration option, choosing instead to just let their fees go unpaid. This article seeks to help attorneys recover the fees they have earned.
Who's doing what; who's going where.
Recent rulings of interest to you and your practice.
