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5 Common Cases of Commercial Litigation in Arizona
5 Common Cases of Commercial Litigation in Arizona Operating a business sets you up for some big, potential rewards, but it also makes you vulnerable to a lot of possible risks, including litigation. Your customers,...
Real Estate Law: What if My Landlord Refuses to Make Repairs?
Real Estate Law: What if My Landlord Refuses to Make Repairs? Renting a property can allow you to enjoy many benefits, such as living in a nice home without committing to buying it, or being...
Shareholder vs. Contract Disputes in Arizona Business
Shareholder vs. Contract Disputes in Arizona Business Running a business can be a highly profitable and rewarding venture, but it can also be a risky one. Not only do you face the prospect of failing...
How Does COVID-19 Impact My Legal Rights?
How Does COVID-19 Impact My Legal Rights? The coronavirus (and its manifestation as the condition COVID-19) is rapidly changing our society. The number of people who have personally contracted the virus (or know someone who...
New Prime v. Oliveira: What Does It Mean For Arbitration Agreements?
New Prime v. Oliveira: What Does It Mean For Arbitration Agreements? On January 15, 2019 the United States Supreme Court released its decision in New Prime v. Oliveira, and for what was likely the first...
Mt. Lemmon v. Guido: A Unanimous Supreme Courts Holds Public Entities are Employers, Regardless of Size
Mt. Lemmon v. Guido: A Unanimous Supreme Courts Holds Public Entities are Employers, Regardless of Size In November of 2018, all the Supreme Court Justices (except Brett Kavanaugh, who had not taken the bench yet)...
Federal Trade Secret Protection: What is the Defend Trade Secrets Act and How Does it Affect You?
Federal Trade Secret Protection: What is the Defend Trade Secrets Act and How Does it Affect You? In 2016, the Defend Trade Secrets Act (the “DTSA”) was signed into law. The DTSA was widely considered...
3 Essentials to Naming your Arizona Business
3 Essentials to Naming your Arizona Business Starting a business is a big step for most people, even with help from a Phoenix business attorney. One of the first tasks facing new business owners is...
Department of Labor – Enforcement Powers
Department of Labor – Enforcement Powers The Department of Labor(“the Department”) is a highly complex federal agency charged with the broad task of protecting and promoting the rights of “workers, job seekers, and retirees” through...
Can I Terminate An Employee Who Is Out On Sick Leave?
Can I Terminate An Employee Who Is Out On Sick Leave? Are Arizona Employers Allowed To Terminate Employees During A Sick Leave Period? Unless your name is Donald Trump, you probably find firing employees...