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Extending a Lease? The Key Facts

Extending a lease is a popular option for tenants who want to maintain control of their rented property and avoid the hassle of having to relocate every few years. If you are considering extending your lease, there are some essential facts you should...

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Are Non Compete Agreement Enforceable?

Despite what most high-tech employers think, California courts are extremely reluctant to enforce a non-compete agreement that an employee signs as a condition of his/her employment. California Business and Professions Code Section 16600 provides tha...

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Valuation Issues In The Bankruptcy Process

When it comes to business bankruptcies, the numbers seem to loom larger with every year. From 2005 through 2008, annual business bankruptcies increased by over 200%. In the years 2009 and 2010, business bankruptcies were more than double for the year...

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Seatbelts: a Life Saver or a Taker?

Seatbelts: a Life Saver or a Taker? by: Paul Hood Seatbelts definitely save lives. Some of them have a locking feature which is truly amazing because you can pull it out all the way and let it pull back. You can also lock it and it’ll not slid...

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UK Compromise Agreements - What Are Their Effects?

This article looks at the most common questions asked about compromise agreements in the UK - laws regarding compromise agreements in other countries may vary. When are compromise agreements used? A compromise agreement can be offered by an employe...

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You and the Tort Law: A Guide

You and the Tort Law: A Guide by: Carla Ballatan Everyday, we’re always at the risk of falling victim to misfortune whether it is from using defective products or unknowingly falling off into a manhole, or sustaining vast injuries due to serio...

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The United State Court System, an Eye for Research

The United State Court System, an Eye for Research by: Matthew Abts A Cup of Tea, Coffee, or Something Else www.quiettable.com Whenever investigating an individual or business, one of the most basic checks is for lawsuits, criminal charges, and ...

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Flying The Unfriendly Skies

The skies of America’s airline industry are anything but hospitable these days. Operational costs are up, profits (what profits?) are nonexistent, fuel costs are going through the roof and labor problems seem to always be looming on the horizon.The...

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Jury Awards $7.2 Million In Case On Behalf Of Child With Brain Damage

Any of several problems can severely restrict the amount of oxygen reaching an unborn baby, causing the baby to be in fetal distress. If the baby loses necessary oxygen for a prolonged time frame the baby can die or be left with lasting impairment su...

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Protectionism in Russia

Protectionism in Russia has been a topic of debate for many years. The country has a long history of protectionist policies, which have been used to promote local industries and protect them from foreign competition. However, recent years have seen a...

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