An Introduction to Tax Appeals Tax appeals are generally the process whereby a tax result is disputed. This can arise as to an income tax return, an employment tax dispute, an estate tax dispute or any other tax dispute. Generally, a tax appeal is filed in the tax court or in federal court (i.e. federal […]
Who Is an Independent Contractor in Nevada? In the simplest terms, an independent contractor is someone who is in a position of self-employment. This means that generally speaking, a company has hired a contractor and expects them to complete a job according to a specific deadline, but is not responsible for how the job gets […]
A Closer Look at Legal Aid Services Legal aid services comprise a network of civil legal assistance provided by non-profit organizations to low-income individuals and families. They exist to help those who cannot afford to hire a private attorney. Although the types of legal issues handled by legal aid vary from program to program, they […]
Arizona One-Party Consent Law Arizona is a one-party consent state, meaning that as long as one party to the communications (which includes telephone calls and in-person conversations) records the communications, such recording is not illegal. In Arizona, a person’s "private communication" is protected by A.R.S. 13-3001, but "private communication or conversation" does not mean recorded […]
Defining an Operating Agreement An operating agreement is a legal document that lays out the management of a limited liability company (LLC). Its purpose is to clearly establish the operational structure and financial principles of the business. Certain rules for running an LLC set forth in the state code or statute can be modified or […]
Surprising Legal Facts You Never Knew Did you know that the first murder trial in the American Colonies took place in 1630? The case involved a man named Daniel Manchester, who was charged with killing a Native American. Despite being found guilty, Manchester wasn’t executed. The colonies were a young settlement, and chief justice George […]
What’s a Residential Lease Agreement? A residential lease agreement in Indiana is a legally binding contract between a landlord and a tenant for the rental of residential property. The purpose of a lease agreement is to set forth terms and conditions under which a tenant may occupy a property in exchange for rent. In Indiana, […]
Notwithstanding: Definition in Law The legal definition of the term "notwithstanding" is "despite the fact or in spite of". It is used to introduce a clause that qualifies or contradicts what has been previously stated. When a clause using the term "notwithstanding" is included in a contract, it has the effect of overriding any terms […]
Heading 2: Iowa Legal Aid for Housing: An Overview Iowa Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm serving low-income people in Iowa. Founded in 1977, Iowa Legal Aid was formerly known as the Legal Assistance Corporation of Iowa. Iowa Legal Aid provides free legal assistance to vulnerable Iowans to promote equal access to justice and […]
Definition of a Legal Matter Management System Legal Matter Management Systems are a tool to help legal practices to manage and track their cases and matters within a practice. They have core functionalities that improve the efficiency and enable the practice to manage their business more effectively. The core functionalities of a legal matter management […]