**Can a Brother or Sister Be a Legal Guardian?**

**Overview of Legal Guardianship** A legal guardian is generally a person or organization appointed by the court to be legally responsible for a child whose parents are unable to care for them on a temporary or permanent basis. Legal guardianship bestows upon the guardian the full range of parental responsibilities, which are also known as […]

A Comprehensive Guide to Operating Agreements for Member-Managed LLCs

All About Member-Managed LLCs A member-managed limited liability company (LLC) is a simple yet effective business structure often used by small businesses to provide robust liability protection for the owners. With a member-managed LLC, all of the owners, or members, share the responsibility of managing the company. In contrast, a manager-managed LLC is overseen by […]

Understanding Postnuptial Agreements in Missouri

Defining a Postnuptial Agreement A postnuptial agreement is a contract made between married spouses to clarify the management of assets and/or support obligations should a separation or divorce occur. They essentially serve the same purpose as a prenuptial agreement but for couples who have already tied the knot. They continue to be a point of […]

The Cost of Getting Legally Separated in California

What is a Legal Separation in CA? When a couple decides that living together is not a fulfilling option for them, they often contemplate the available paths they might consider as they navigate the next chapter of their lives. For many couples, legal separation is a preferred route to establish physical distance between the parties […]

Understanding Implied Consent Law in Texas: An Overview

The Basics of Implied Consent Law Implied Consent Law is a concept outlined in the Texas Transportation Code Section 724.001 – 724.051. It basically states that whenever a person operates a motor vehicle in the State of Texas, that person gives their consent to provide a specimen of breath or blood for chemical analysis if […]

Master Supplier Agreement: Important Features and Practices

Insight into Master Supplier Agreements A Master Supply Agreement (MSA) is a contract between a supplier and a buyer that establishes the general terms and conditions of the business relationship. MSAs are most often used in long-term supply chain relationships, where the parties may have many transactions over a period of time. In such cases, […]

Maryland Fair Housing Laws Explained

An Introduction to the Maryland Fair Housing Laws An estimated 10 million rental units exist in Maryland, according to the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. Of those, approximately 2-5% are occupied by families covered under the Federal Housing Choice Voucher Program, commonly known as Section 8. Recent estimates from the Maryland Department of […]

The Fully Integrated Contract: Legal Background and Meaning

What Constitutes a Fully Integrated Contract? A fully integrated contract is an agreement of which the parties agreed contains all that they need and want to agree on, and therefore is a complete agreement. Nothing – other than the representations, warranties, and covenants in such an agreement – is necessary to demonstrate, establish, or prove […]

California’s Dog-Related Laws and Euthanization Guidelines Explained

The Thing About California’s Laws for Dog Bites California’s Dog Bite LawsAs noted above, California is one of the few states to have a strict liability statute for dog bite cases. Specifically, California Civil Code Section 3342 provides as follows:"The owner of any dog is liable for the damages suffered by any person who is […]

Grant Agreements: Essential Facts and Legal Advice

What Is a Grant Agreement? A grant agreement is an award of money by a sponsoring agency to provide research, technical assistance, or evaluation services for a specific program pursuant to a competitive, merit-based review process. Most often, the money being awarded is of a public nature, and the agreement outlines the terms and conditions […]