What is a Procurement Contracting Officer? A procurement contracting officer is defined as "an individual with the authority to enter into, administer, and/or terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings on behalf of an agency." A contracting officer is typically appointed by the agency head or an authorized granting…
What is the Age of Consent in Louisiana? The legal age of consent in Louisiana, as outlined in Louisiana statute, is governed by Article 14:78.1 of the Revised Statutes, as well as Articles 223 and 224 of the Criminal Code. Under Article 14:78.1, if the two individuals involved are no…
About Indiana Smoking Laws In an effort to safeguard the health of the state’s citizens, Indiana adopted smoking laws that limit smoking in public places and workplaces. Although lawmakers covet a future when smoking is extinguished the minute you step into an establishment that sells food or drink, that hasn’t…
Introduction to Employment Law For HR professionals, having a deep understanding of the basic principles of employment law is crucial. Understanding what employment law covers and its various legal definitions is important so that HR professionals can effectively discern how these laws apply to their current workplace.At its most basic,…
Definition of an Environmental Indemnity Agreement Environmental indemnity agreements are contracts that indemnify the indemnitee against future loss or liability. It is a promise by the indemnitor to compensate the indemnitee for loss or damage resulting from the conduct of the indemnitor or something for which the indemnitor is responsible.…
Introductory Guide to Louisiana Purchase Agreements The purpose of a purchase agreement in Louisiana real estate transaction is to outline the essential terms under which the buyer is willing to purchase the property and the seller is willing to sell the property. The purchase agreement is generally a prerequisite for…
What is a Merger and Acquisition Agreement? The essential factor of virtually every business combination transaction is the merger and acquisition agreement, which is the contract that governs the terms and conditions of an acquisition of a corporate target by a buyer. The merger and acquisition agreement includes not only…
SSDI Attorney Fees Explained Lawyers helping people obtain Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) face a very real problem when it comes to the payment of fees for their services. This can lead us into some confusion about "fee shifting" agreements in general. When I take your case for you as…
An Introduction to Senior Legal Services The growing population of seniors in Contra Costa County brings about a new set of legal challenges and needs. Many seniors are involved in estate planning, which may include the drafting of a will or the creation of a trust. Even with the best…
Alabama Rules of Evidence: An Overview The Alabama Rules of Evidence play a crucial role in every aspect of the administration of justice when a case goes to trial in an Alabama State or Federal Court. The Rules help establish a fair playing field for litigants and their lawyers. They…
