An Overview of Maryland Stun Gun Statutes Stun guns are legal to buy and own in Maryland. However, as is the case for most weapons in the state, they must be carried openly with a permit to use them in public or they need to be transported in the trunk […]
OTF Knives Defined OTF knives, or Out-The-Front knives, are a type of knife in which the blade extends out the front of the handle when the blade is deployed. They can be either manual or automatic with regard to blade deployment, and they have a unique mechanism that is different […]
Without Prejudice Defined Generally speaking, "without prejudice" refers to the act of not prejudicing or harming someone’s legal rights. In practical terms it can refer to something being offered to a litigant or drafted in correspondence in such a way that it cannot be referred to in Court without the […]
About Kennedys Law Firm In 1899, an Australian solicitor named John Kennedy Lynch founded the original Kennedys firm in the city of Melbourne. In 1948, the firm opened a second office, this time in Sydney. Their London office opened in 1973, followed in short order by offices in New York […]
Co-Ownership Agreements: A Primer A co-ownership agreement is a legal contract that lays out the terms and conditions of joint ownership. The purpose of this type of agreement is to establish clear guidelines and responsibilities for each party involved in the shared ownership scenario. It’s important for all parties to […]
Washington PTO Overview In Washington State, paid time off (PTO) has become an increasingly essential component of the modern workplace. It encompasses various forms of leave, which may include paid time off for vacations, personal matters, extended illnesses, and various family needs. With the changing times, more and more employers […]
All About Prenuptial Agreements in Minnesota In the context of a marital agreement, the State of Minnesota has defined a prenuptial agreement as "an agreement between spouses made in contemplation of marriage and to be effective upon marriage." A prenuptial agreement is contemplated before marriage and not after marriage takes […]
Dog Bite Liability Laws in Nevada A dog owner in Nevada is considered strictly liable for any injury or damage caused by the dog, unless the dog was on a leash or otherwise restrained. This is known as the "one bite rule." When a pet has a history of previous […]
What is Assignment or Delegation by Operation of Law? A true assignment under a direct agreement between the parties is not what we refer to as an "assignment by operation of law." An assignment by operation of law, would be an assignment that is not done under a voluntary agreement; […]
Nebraska Window Tint Restrictions In Nebraska, window tint rules can vary depending on the type of window being referred to within a vehicle. A passenger vehicle, for the purposes of window tint regulations, is described as any motor vehicle that is designed, used, or maintained for transporting ten or fewer […]
