Introduction to Idaho Legal Ethics The Idaho Rules of Professional Conduct (IRPC) are a set of ethical standards that govern the conduct of attorneys practicing law in the state of Idaho. Like the Model Codes of Professional Responsibility from which they were derived , the IRPC outline a lawyer’s ethical obligations and the rules of […]
What exactly is a MIPA Agreement? A "Multiple Independent Party Agreement ("MIPA"), or co-sale agreement, typically provides the current management and/or outside investors of a private company with the right to buy the equity securities being sold to an outside buyer under a stock purchase agreement with the company’s founders, controlling shareholders, or other selling […]
What is an Affirmative Defense? An affirmative defense, in the context of a breach of contract claim, is a legal argument that attempts to absolve your business of liability for a violation of the existing contract. If successful, an affirmative defense can alter an otherwise valid claim into one in which no damages are owed. […]
Understanding the Role of an Airbnb Co-Host The roles and responsibilities of a co-host on AirbnbIn Airbnb lingo, a co-host is essentially someone who helps owners manage their rentals to ensure guests have a good experience. That might mean helping the owner with occasional cleaning, showing up to meet and check in guests, responding promptly […]
Parties to a Vending Machine Contract A vending machine contract, also known as a vending machine agreement, is a legal contract between a vending machine owner (or operator) and a location provider (such as a business or property manager). The purpose of a vending machine contract is to authorize the vending machine operator to place […]
Introduction to the vacation laws in New York State The state of New York does not require private sector employers to provide vacation pay. Therefore, as a general rule, private sector employers do not have to provide their employees vacation time. Nevertheless, some employers choose to provide vacation time to employees, and most employment contracts, […]
All About Living Trusts Living trust 101A living trust is a basic concept in estate planning. It is the most popular estate planning tool after wills. A living trust is designed to hold your assets while you are alive. At your death, a trustee takes over and distributes your assets according to your trust. Like […]
California’s Definition of Next of Kin In California, "next of kin" is generally understood as a person’s closest living relative or relatives. California’s Probate Code uses the terms heir and kin in the same way it uses the term next of kin. The term usually refers to those who would inherit from a person if […]
Intro to Spain Car Seat Laws In Spain, as in most developed countries, the safety of children while travelling in a car is of utmost importance. The regulations surrounding the use of child car seats are designed to protect our most vulnerable passengers and reduce the risk of serious injury or death in case of […]
Florida Window Tint Regulations As with other states, Florida law does not require you to tint your windows. But, if you choose to do so, the tinted windows must comply with Florida’s legal window tint percentages. Keep in mind that Florida has different laws regarding window tint for passenger vehicles and SUVs.Florida tint requirements are […]
