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Americans are enjoying longer, healthier lives. Rather than slowing down and spending their golden years in a retirement home, many are choosing to stay in the workforce, either continuing their careers or taking the opportunity to try a new one. Most workplaces...
When a construction company or a general contractor is facing defect claims, it’s important to identify the specific type of defect that is being alleged. This can have a major impact on the type of evidence that is needed to show that there is a real defect and that...
Taking on major residential construction projects can be an exciting business opportunity. New residential construction, remodeling projects and building expansions can all be unique and challenging projects. Homeowners may pay a premium price to work with reputable...
Liens are a consequential feature of many commercial real estate transactions in Idaho. As such, whether you are buying, selling or developing commercial property, understanding how liens work can help you avoid legal disputes and financial setbacks. A lien is a legal...
When buying a commercial property, one of the first things you need to ensure is that it is in the correct zone. Typically, properties within a municipality are divided into three main zones: Residential, commercial and industrial. The type of business you plan to...
Companies spend a considerable amount of time and money on new employees. Advertising, interviewing, hiring and onboarding costs can quickly add up. Therefore, losing a good employee to a competitor is incredibly frustrating. But what if the employee signed a...
Wage disputes are a common source of conflict between employers and the workers they hire. There are many state and federal laws that regulate wage practices, including minimum wage and overtime laws. Employees sometimes file lawsuits against companies when they...
There may come a time when, as an employer, you need to reduce the pay of one of your employees. For example, you may have hired them at $25 an hour, but now your company needs to cut costs. You believe reducing their pay to $20 per hour is a better alternative to...
“Tip pooling” can be controversial in the service industry – but it’s not uncommon. It’s a system where everybody’s tips are combined and distributed among the entire service team. The idea behind tip pooling is that everybody who contributes to a customer’s...
Construction disputes often involve alleged defects. A customer or client may claim that there are serious defects in the building that need to be rectified or that significantly impact its financial value. The construction company or contractor may counter by saying...
