Shareholders in Law Firms: An Introduction Within the structure of a law firm, shareholders exist as a unique component among the membership. Shareholders are business owners: they have a capital interest in the firm, and they receive distributions (bonuses, retirement,…
What Is a White Label Agreement? In the business and marketing world, white labeling is the practice of creating products for other companies without inclusion of those companies’ branding. Instead, the product is simply the "white" label—just a name and…
The Legal Marketplace Having left big law, and started my own law firm, I have learned a lot about the current market for legal services. With those experiences in mind I want to share what I know, and hope this…
Legal Standards for Work Weeks Federal and state laws do allow employers to require employees to work seven days a week. As with all entities, however, the company must be in compliance with federal and state labor and employment laws…
What is a Photography Usage Rights Agreement? A photography usage rights agreement is a contract between a photographer or creative agency and a client that defines how the company can utilize a photographer’s images. This agreement is important for both…
A Primer on California’s Privacy Laws The California Constitution, Article 1, Section 1 provides that all persons have a right of privacy. According to this section, this right of privacy extends to all "persons." The California Supreme Court has held…
Iowa Towing Law Overview Iowa’s regulations governing the towing and removal of vehicles are found in chapter 321.84 of the Iowa Code. Broadly speaking, these rules apply to anyone who repossess or removes another’s vehicle. In general, chapter 321.84 applies…
What Does an Ancillary Contract Do? An ancillary contract is a legal agreement that is separate from, but also complementary to, a main contract. For a contract to be considered "ancillary," it must exist for the purpose of securing an…
The Contract Negotiator Role A contract negotiator, sometimes referred to as an employment negotiator, is a type of legal advisor that manages contract negotiations on behalf of organizations. Lawyers in this role may advise, draft, review and negotiate terms on…
What is Blood Alcohol Concentration for CDLs The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets an alcohol limit of 0.04% for commercial drivers. This limit is set out in the Federal Register, Title 49, Volume 8, § 392.5 which states:…
