What is spousal maintenance and how is it determined in Arizona?
As a property owner in Michigan, you may have questions about your responsibilities related to the public sidewalk that runs in front of your home or business. If someone is injured on that sidewalk, are you liable? The...more
The UAE law states that after a divorce, the father is obligated to provide child support for his children, under both Muslim law and non-Muslim law. Similarly, the husband may be ordered by the court to make payments to the...more
Gray divorce rates are rising. If you’re considering it, you’ll want to consider your maintenance obligations, especially if you’re simultaneously thinking about retirement. What do Bill Gates and Jeff Bezos have in common? A...more
Also called “spousal support” or “maintenance,” alimony is the payment of money from one spouse to another after a separation or divorce. Alimony is intended to help the spouse who earns no money, or less money than the other...more
If you have ever been to the Flora-Bama, chances are you have passed by the Caribe Resort in Orange Beach, AL. The Caribe, like many beach resorts, is a condominium building containing individually owned residential units...more
In addition to the Corporate Transparency Act, the California State Legislature passed new laws that will impact common interest developments. Key highlights include: AB 2159: Amends sections 5105, 5110, 5115, 5120, 5125,...more
On December 18, 2024, the Biden administration’s Department of Homeland Security published its final rule to overhaul several aspects of the H-1B visa program. This final rule, which takes effect 30 days after publication, is...more
The deadline for associations to receive their completed structural reserve studies is Dec. 31. Across the state, condo owners and their associations are going to soon be waking up to the reality that their financial...more
When investing in off-plan properties, especially in jointly owned properties in Dubai, understanding a developer's responsibility for maintenance and defect rectification post-handover is crucial. Dubai Law No. 6/2019 on the...more
As demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations continues to rise, commercial property owners are increasingly being approached by vendors offering to install these stations at no upfront cost. The appeal is obvious: an...more
Simply owning property in New York City likely means that, at some point – more than once – a neighbor will need to access your property to protect it during development or maintenance work taking place at its adjacent...more
When you grant an easement over your lands to another, who has the obligation to maintain the lands and the improvements on those lands? One might argue that it is the grantor of the easement—that the owner has the obligation...more
The off-plan property market in Dubai has been a magnet for investors, promising profitable returns and a vibrant real estate landscape. However, delays in the completion of off-plan properties can lead to significant...more
On August 1, 2024, the Small Business Administration (SBA) will temporarily stop accepting applications for small-business certifications while it upgrades the certify.sba.gov website. This will affect new applications and...more
On 21 June 2024, the Hong Kong LegCo Bills Committee which is considering the Construction Industry Security of Payment Bill (“Bill”) held a meeting to discuss various policy concerns of the Bill....more
A while back, I wrote an article titled “3 Things to Address in Digital Media Agreements,” which focused on issues related to the purchase or sale of ad space on different media channels (e.g., websites and mobile...more
In the transactional world of resale of residential condominium units the statutory three business-day condominium-review period will be taking on new elements for consideration. These additional considerations will be very...more
Last month, the North Carolina Court of Appeals issued its opinion in the case of Alexander v. Burkey, 894 S.E.2d 291 (2023). The Court of Appeals' opinion upheld the ability of condominium associations to determine in their...more
For the ever-evolving aviation industry, the traditional time and material–based contracts between airlines and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for the maintenance of aircraft engines may not always be the most...more
Those familiar with the automotive industry have certainly heard the phrase “the future is electric.” With most automobile manufacturers deciding to electrify their fleets within the next 10-20 years, one obvious question is...more
I grew up in a household where my father worked as an engineer for a large manufacturer. My mother and I worked in small family businesses where there were 5-10 employees. Suffice to say we had some interesting dinner...more
Florida Statute 2023-203: Ensuring Building Safety in the Wake of Tragedies - It often takes a crisis for society and government to react. Whether it be seat belts, smoking, or building safety, unfortunately, catastrophe can...more
The John O. Nix Trust (“Nix”) filed an October 10th Complaint in Miller County, Arkansas, Circuit Court against Bradley Enterprise & Farm, LLC, (“Bradley”) and Drainage Districts No. 4 & 5 (“District”) addressing the...more
The modern producing gas well is a sophisticated and complex piece of equipment. The basic well head itself consists of several meters, valves and other components, each of which is under constant stress and pressure. In...more
In today’s digital age, a well-designed website is crucial for businesses to thrive, and law firms are no exception. A law firm’s website serves as its online face, the first point of contact for potential clients seeking...more