Commercial real estate involves income-producing properties that are generally worth more than residential properties. Consequently, the stakes are higher in the Idaho CRE segment, and litigation is common. Breach of contract A breach of contract is one of many...
Consequential losses can occur to businesses in Idaho as an indirect result of property damage. Sometimes called secondary loss, policy coverage for consequential losses are not part of standard business insurance policies that cover damage to property and equipment....
Idaho companies that have 50 or more employees are required to comply with the Family and Medical Leave Act. If a worker falls ill or needs to care for a sick family member and fits certain criteria, they may request up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave. Employers can...
Employment laws protect Idaho employees from mistreatment by their employers. These laws also help employers avoid potentially discriminatory practices. For example, some questions are discriminatory and inappropriate for a job interview. The purpose is to protect...
If you are a contractor in Idaho, there's always a chance that a client may refuse to pay you for a job that you've already performed. Before getting into a contract, it may be helpful to protect yourself with a lien, which basically serves as a guarantee for payment....
Construction defects can be a huge headache for homeowners. If you are in the process of buying or selling a home, it is important to be aware of the most common types of construction defects. Structural defects Structural defects refer to any defect that is related...
When you choose to live in a planned community in Idaho, you agree to abide by any existing deed restrictions limiting your homeowner rights. Failure to adhere to the conditions may result in fines or litigation. Purpose One of the primary purposes of residential deed...
While Idaho employees and employers may understand that non-exempt and exempt status affects the ability to collect overtime pay, they may not know that employers must meet certain guidelines for either category. Federal law determines whether your company may legally...
Although employment in Idaho is "work at will," there are some exceptions. For example, you may have the legal standing to sue your employer for wrongful termination from your job. To better understand when to file a lawsuit for wrongful termination, it's important...
Everyone is familiar with forms of discrimination and prejudice based on factors like race, ethnicity, gender and religion. But a form of discrimination that often flies under the radar in Idaho is ageism. Ageism is any kind of bias stemming from a person's age. It...
