A non-compete agreement is an effective tool if you are looking for a way to protect your business. According to The Daily Record, the number of such agreements in Nevada and across the country is on the rise, as is contract litigation surrounding the documents....
Month: July 2015
How Nevada’s construction defect reform affects homeowners
In February of this year, Nevada Gov. Brian Sandoval signed the Homeowner Protections Act of 2015. The legislation reformed the state’s construction defect law in the following ways: The new statute of limitations on...
Defining business embezzlement and the harm it can cause
When a company puts someone in charge of handling large amounts of money or other significant assets, it can be devastating if that person is not trustworthy. Unfortunately, many Las Vegas businesses are harmed by unscrupulous employees who are more interested in...
Restaurant company settles till shortfall lawsuit with employees
Employees in every state, including Nevada, have laws that protect them from having wages their unfairly taken or from receiving less than the minimum wage. However, there are still some employers who try to get away with unlawfully paying employees less than they are...
Nevada worker killed at pipeline construction accident
Many employees in Las Vegas, as well as the rest of the country, work dangerous jobs in which accidents are not uncommon. Those who work in other, seemingly safer, professions might also get hurt at work. Many job-related accidents could have been prevented if certain...
Understanding some of the most common appellate words and terms
The civil appeals system may seem complicated for those who are not very familiar with legal terms. Court processes come with a multitude of terminology that you may have heard of, but might not fully understand how they relate to each other. Fortunately, at the...
BLM request for VIP compound may raise Burning Man permit costs
Laws and procedures exist regarding government property for many reasons. In some cases, the property in question is a wilderness area that needs to be protected from environmental damage. In other instances, laws are there to keep the public safe. There are many...
What are deceptive trade practices in advertising?
When you are persuaded to buy a product or service, it is often because of word of mouth or the product’s reputation. Advertisement can also have a great deal to do with swaying your mind as a customer. Marketing and advertisement is a vital part of any Las...
Does PTSD count in a personal injury case?
Car accidents are terrifying, traumatic events, especially if you’ve been injured. After a serious crash, you might find yourself suffering from a variety of symptoms that can dramatically affect you during your daily life. If you have nightmares, flashbacks,...