An Overview of the AFSCME Bargaining Agreement The AFSCME bargaining agreement is a contract between the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the public employer. It is a legally binding document that lays out the terms and conditions of employment for unionized workers, including policies related to pay, benefits, holidays, and other employee rights and responsibilities…..
An Overview of Kansas Abandonment Laws Abandonment laws are the legal principles that govern the desertion or discontinuation of a relationship by one of the parties to that relationship. Abandonment often relates to parenting and child custody issues, but it can also arise in other contexts, such as marriage dissolution, property division and foreclosure issues. Understanding how Kansas law defines….
Surrogacy Basics for Louisiana Residents Louisiana is a state like most others in that there is no written guide or codified statute that clearly outlines and informs those involved in surrogacy of their rights and the enforceable aspects of this process. With that said, Louisiana governing law and the analysis of various cases pertaining to surrogacy has resulted in some….
What it Means to be Legally Separated in Pennsylvania When it comes to the dissolution of a marriage, Pennsylvania law recognizes the concept of legal separation by specifically addressing it in the Divorce Code. Specifically, according to 23 Pa.C.S.A. § 3103, legal separation is defined as the "cessation of cohabitation between a husband and a wife without a formal divorce."….
Kansas Age of Consent: A Quick Overview In Kansas, the age of consent refers to the legal minimum age at which an individual is considered old enough to provide consent to sexual activity, which would allow for those involved not to be charged with statutory sexual assault, or any sexual offense in the first degree. The statutory sexual offenses laws….
Construction Contract Education: An Overview Construction projects are intricate interactions between various stakeholders, each with their responsibilities and obligations, and the contracts underpinning these obligations often serve as the foundation of these relationships. Construction contracts determine the manner in which resources are applied, how risks are apportioned, and costs are restricted, all while legitimizing the power of state and federal….
Purchase Agreements Purchase Agreements are contracts with the buyer of real property, whether raw land or improved properties. The purpose of these agreements is to spell out the terms and conditions and the obligations of both parties so there is no confusion regarding the transaction and to allow each party the opportunity to conduct appropriate due diligence.There are certain essential….
What is an Encroachment Agreement? An encroachment agreement is a written agreement between neighbours, wherein one neighbour acquiesces to the encroachment of the adjoining neighbour onto their property. For example, if the sides of two properties are not perfectly straight, a neighbour may build his or her fence one foot onto their neighbours’ side of the fence in order for….
An Introduction to the City’s Legal Scene In the pantheon of major United States legal cities, Philadelphia is a conglomeration of litigation, business, not-for-profit, governmental, and intellectual property practices. The mid-Atlantic region serves as a crossroads for the American legal profession, with law firms linking their local and global expertise to provide clients efficient resources to resolve complex legal issues…..
An Overview of Commercial Lease Agreements A commercial lease agreement is a contract under which one party agrees to allow another the use of real property ( "the lease") in exchange for consideration (usually rent). The lease can either be written or oral. Most leases in Michigan must be in writing. Once the lessee takes possession of the property and….