What is a Joint Check Agreement? A Joint Check Agreement is a construction industry-specific document utilized for payment purposes. It is an agreement between an owner and its general contractor or builder, where they both agree on the payment everyone will receive. In other words, it is two checks handed out by a single source — the general contractor.When the…
Navigating Mississippi Inheritance Laws in the Absence of a Will
What to Expect if There’s No Will in Mississippi It’s important to know that "intestacy laws" will determine how the deceased person’s property is divided when someone dies without a will (or alternative estate planning document) – not a vengeful relative who is determined to tell you ("He would have wanted this" or "He would have wanted me to have…
Georgia Seat Belt Laws: What the Motorist Needs to Know
Georgia seat belt requirements in a nutshell Georgia’s seat belt law, enacted in 2010, requires that front seat occupants of motor vehicles "be properly restrained by a safety seat belt or safety harness approved by the commissioner." O.C.G.A. § 40-8-76(b). The law further provides that the owner or operator of a passenger vehicle must not permit another person to exceed…
Understanding Florida Listing Agreements: A Comprehensive Guide
What is an Agreement in Florida Listing? The definition of a Florida listing agreement is a legal agreement where a property owner hires a licensed real estate broker to market their property. The listing agreement between the seller and broker is an employment contract. Based on this employment contract, the real estate broker takes responsibility to actively promote the sale…
Understanding San Francisco Labor Laws: Key Insights for Businesses and Workers
San Francisco Labor Laws Explained Employers operating in the City and County of San Francisco would do well to know the ways in which local laws differ from and/or augment state law. The State Labor Code regulates many aspects of employment in California, but in San Francisco, by charter, local ordinances relating to employment are adopted by the Board of…
Understanding Iowa Living Will Forms: Things You Need to Know
What Is a Living Will in Iowa? A living will is an advance directive that instructs your healthcare providers to follow your wishes regarding life-prolonging medical procedures, but only if you suffer from a terminal condition, a medical condition which would cause you to die within a short period of time without the administration of life sustaining treatment, and/or you…
The Complete Guide to Reconciling After Legal Separation
What is Legal Separation? Legal separation marks a transition of the marriage from being a continuous marital community to two separate, independent lives. To put it simply, it is almost like getting a divorce without actually obtaining one. This is also why LEGAL separation is a misnomer. What you actually obtain through legal separation is a residual amount of your…
Your California Postnuptial Agreement Guide: How to Obtain, Create, and Navigate
How Postnuptial Agreements Work in CA A postnuptial agreement is a voluntary, written contract signed by both spouses after marriage or domestic partnership in California. It is primarily used to determine the division of property and spousal support in the event of a divorce or legal separation. A postnuptial agreement usually looks and is formatted similarly to a prenuptial agreement…
The Years That Count: An Examination of Common Law Marriage in Colorado
A Guide to Colorado Common Law Marriage Common law marriage is the legal concept in Colorado utilized by Courts to find that two people are married without a formal marriage license or certificate. In order to be successful at proving that one is in a common law marriage, Colorado Courts have uniformly held that four requirements must be established: (1)…
Navigating Legal Aid Services in Kauai: A Comprehensive Guide
An Overview of Legal Aid Services in Kauai Understanding the Legal Aid of KauaiLegal aid services provide legal representation to low-income people. They help clients avoid prison, maintain sobriety, and achieve financial security. In short, legal aid services provide a better life for individuals and families. Legal aid services are more affordable than a private attorney. Every state has their…