Most homebuyers expect the person selling them their home to be upfront and honest in disclosing any defects that it may have. Many sellers are only required to disclose major structural or mechanical flaws with their property, however. Many contracts don't require...
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Steps business owners should take to protect their trade secrets
Whether it's a secret recipe, a well-honed sales funnel, specially-designed technology or something else; most companies have an "it" factor that sets it apart from the competition. You likely put in years of hard work and invested significant financial resources to...
What are common reasons employees sue their employers?
If you stop and think about how often you hear about an employee suing their employer, it's probably quite often. It's not surprising that's the case. According to a study conducted by the insurance company Hiscox, U.S., most employers have a 12% chance of being sued...
Signs that a contractor may be no good for you
Construction projects often require a lot of preplanning. Homeowners generally have to make design and materials selections that are going to fit in with their budget. They also have to concern themselves with how long the project is going to take. Finding a qualified...
What’s considered to be a construction defect?
If you think about your friends that have purchased a new home, it's likely that some of them have discovered that it has some flaws. If not, then they might have had their Portland house remodeled and have later found that the work was performed shoddily. Both of...
What is employment retaliation?
Employees should always feel empowered to speak up when something illegal is going on. Unfortunately, many feel as though they can't report the problems because they are worried that they won't have a job. All employees should know that retaliation isn't legal and...
There are many options for resolving business partner disputes
When partners are about to start a business, they're excited about what they're planning to accomplish. Just like most relationships, though, there's a point at which all the euphoria dissipates. It's often after that honeymoon period is over that cracks in the...
What is meant by full-service real estate legal representation?
A logical introductory point in any discussion focused on the real estate realm underscores its sheer breadth and depth. Some legal niches comprise relatively narrow terrain. Conversely, real estate issues and challenges span a veritable ocean of concerns. One...
What happens when a seller doesn’t disclose a home defect?
Buying a home is a major investment. Individuals may commit many years of their salary toward the final purchase price of a home. Unfortunately, some people who buy houses find out that they didn't know everything about the property before they made their offer or...
Am I in a hostile work environment?
The quality of a work environment can vary greatly depending on a number of factors. You may, for example, enjoy your workplace because of the interesting challenges you face, the great design of the space and the teamwork that exists between you and your coworkers....