In Newman Ltd v Adlem (2005), the Court of Appeal held that there was a duty on the seller of a business not to undermine the goodwill attached to that business (if included in the sale) even after the non-competition covenants in the sale agreement had expired. Goodwill is an intangible asset value...

In this article we`re going to cover an area of fraud that is a growing concern in the United States. This is election fraud. To first understand how election fraud can occur you first have to understand what election fraud is. Election fraud is the hampering, tampering or in any way the interferi...

A mobile notary public is, in essence, a notary willing to travel to the location of the client, in order to fulfill his or her duties. These typically entail the witnessing of sensitive documents, overseeing their signing, identifying participants and administering oaths when necessary. A mobile n...

What is it exactly that copywriters DO when they produce new text for a site makeover? You often see the advertisements; a designer is looking for a freelance web writer who is going to create content around a number of keywords. There?s not a lot more information about the process. What are the tri...

"The time for fixing every essential right on a legal basis is while our rulers are honest and ourselves united. From the conclusion of this war we shall be going down hill. It will not then be necessary to resort every movement to the people for support. They will be forgotten, therefore, and their...

In this article we`re going to try to differentiate between an error and an accident when applied to malpractice. The first thing that needs to be said here is that this is not an exact science. That is why we have courts of law. That`s why when something goes wrong with a procedure or operation i...

NPK Redevelopment has been formed as an LLC, jointly owned by Sears Holdings (80%) in New Plan Excel Realty Trust (20%). This move sends a powerful signal that the days of the Kmart brand may be numbered. When Edward Lampert purchased a majority stake in the then Kmart Holding Company, it was widely...

If you find that your progress is blocked by a lack of time or experience, consider hiring a freelancer to jumpstart your project. Writer`s block got you down? Don`t let it. Every town has a freelance writer who can help you get a release or article written quickly. Or you can search for one nationa...

Each year, cars, trucks and RVs get more complicated. In this new electronic world computers manage most of the various vehicle operations, such as the power package, transmission, brake systems, emission control system, entertainment systems and safety related systems. Although computers make it mo...

Q: What is an autopsy, and why would it help my case? A: An autopsy is an in-depth examination of a dead person, by a doctor. The doctor who performs the examination is usually a pathologist who looks to find the precise cause of death. They do this by looking at all of the internal organs, includin...

I went to two other lawyers before coming to you. Each of them told me my case was worth millions. Why aren`t you telling me the same thing? A: Simple. What those lawyers did was tell you something they could never guarantee. There is no way for them to know how much money they could obtain for you,...

The bonding company has to guarantee the appearance of the defendant in court at a given time and place, when a bond is issued. These bail bonds are issued only by licensed "bail agents" who specialize in their underwriting and issuance. These agents act as the appointed representatives of licensed...

The sales letter is the key; the sales letter is the key - echoes through the Internet marketing mountains. Ad copy, sales copy, sales letter, copywriting or whatever you want to call it ? the goal is the same for every Internet marketing business. Get the traffic and convert the hits into cash. And...

Photographers often lease artwork to businesses or sell photos on consignment. But if the business or gallery goes bankrupt, your photos may become part of the bankruptcy estate. The creditors of the business or gallery then may seize your work without further obligation to you. Some states have ...

The German pharmaceutical company Bayer AG announced in August of 2001 a voluntary withdrawal of its drug Baycol (cerivastatin) from the US and European markets. Over 31 people have died while taking the drug. They perish of severe muscle breakdown, a rare condition that has been associated with cho...

On Sept. 30, 2004 Merck announced a worldwide withdrawal of Vioxx® (rofecoxib). Vioxx had previously been prescribed in the treatment of arthritis and pain. Worldwide sales of Vioxx in 2003 were an estimated $2.5Billion and the drug was marketed in more than 80 countries around the world. This is ...

Many people say that MLMs or Multi Level Marketing company sales pitches are phony and unethical, as they do not seem to relay all the truth up front. These techniques seem to do two things; one it sparks curiosity to learn more; and two it often makes people skeptical. It is the skeptical ?what?s t...

Winning a Social Security Disability case for someone who suffers from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and/or Fibromyalgia (CFS/FMS) can be very difficult. However, with proper preparation I am often able to win client`s their Social Security Disability benefits. I approach a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or ...

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By Paul Forcey - 03/04/2009

Officially known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, the California Lemon Law is there to protect the consumer. If you have found yourself to be the owner of a lemon car, truck, RV, or puppy, the California Lemon Law will make sure that you get your purchase replaced or refunded to you. How ...

Why Is FREE The Most Powerful Marketing Word You Can Use?

By James Burchill - 03/04/2009

As the famous cowboy Will Rogers once said, "Even if you`re on the right track, you`ll get run over if you just sit there". So what does that have to do with ?FREE?? Quite a lot really. Firstly, business is a constant evolution - a process, you simply cannot remain still even if you are in th...

IRS Obtains More Than 100 Injunctions Against Tax Scheme Promoters

By Richard Chapo - 03/04/2009

The IRS has obtained civil injunctions against more than 100 promoters of illegal tax avoidance schemes and fraudulent return preparers in an ongoing crackdown that began in 2001. Many of the injunctions, obtained in cooperation with the Department of Justice, also order the promoters to turn over ...

Database Hacks - Are Banks Required To Notify You?

By Richard Chapo - 03/04/2009

Ever wonder if banks are required to tell customers when their systems are hacked? You may be shocked to learn that they are not. The only exception to this standard has been database hacks that effect California residents. Companies doing business in California are required to give such notice...

Ethics in Business - Please Have Some

By Scott Sedwick - 03/04/2009

Is your business ethical? What I mean is "Does your business do the right thing when faced with that decision?" It`s a simple question, which many businesses struggle with. I just don`t understand the struggle part? I have worked for companies that believed they were ethical, and really have no cl...

Pakistan Penal Law on Qalt (Murder)

By Adil Waseem - 03/04/2009

In this article, we shall study the type of the Qalts and their punishments as has been provided in Pakistan Penal Code 1860; when the right of Qasis can be exercised in qalt-i-amd, what are evidential standards of the enforcement of Qalt-i-amd as Qasis, who can exercise the right of Qasis and what ...

Other Forms of Alternative Dispute Resolution

By Charles Parselle - 03/04/2009

Mediation is just one of the forms of dispute resolution that are ?alternative? to litigation through the courts. It helps to have some understanding of the others. The first two forms of dispute resolution fall outside the ambit of any formal procedures. The first is avoidance, which is a conscious...

Know Your Rights and Limitations When You Photograph Property

By Carolyn Wright - 03/04/2009

In general, if property is visible and can be photographed from a public place, you don?t need a property release to use the image in any manner. This exclusion to copyright law includes buildings located on the property, but not statues or other items that may have separate copyrights. There also a...

Winning Tactics For Choosing A No Win No Fee Solicitor

By Mohammad Latif - 03/04/2009

Every year, millions of people are injured or have accidents. Its human nature! One human injuring another by various means due to negligence! Within cars, on the streets, in the shopping mall, possibly anywhere and everywhere! And the first thing they do is look for a no win no fee solicitor. Fortu...

How To Choose The Right Disability Lawyer / Attorney

By Carolyn Magura - 03/04/2009

Research shows that people spend WAY more time selecting a car then they do an attorney ? of any type! However, if you are looking for, and need, the services of a Disability Lawyer, it is STRONGLY recommended that you spend time preparing a search for, actually selecting, and actively working with ...

42 Deadly Ad Copy Sins That I`ve Made

By Rojo Sunsen - 03/04/2009

I have read thousands of ad copies online and offline over my lifetime. I have read excellent ad copies that made me buy right away and some that may have had a decent product, but had a poor ad copy that turned me away. Now that I am in business, I have written some of my own ad copies. Some o...

Write Hard-Hitting Headlines With Magic Words That Sell

By Ipsita Mukherjee - 03/04/2009

Writing a killer headline for your copy is simple! You just need to follow simple dos and donts that make or break a headline respectively. If you think you have tried them all, check this out.... TOP 9 POINTS TO FOLLOW: 1. Stress on ADVANTAGE, RESULT, BENEFIT, PLEASURE, or VALUE 2. EMOTIONAL headli...

Buying Tax Liens

By Peter Emerson - 03/04/2009

There are times when a property owner is unable to pay the required property tax. At such time they become delinquent taxpayer and the appropriate governing authority is in charge for collecting property taxes. This collection can be achieved through a tax auction. That brings us to the question, W...

Help! Finding A Lawyer

By Ryan Fyfe - 03/04/2009

Chances are if you are looking for a lawyer you are at a very stressful time in your life, and are overwhelmed. It doesn?t have to be as hard or as costly as you think to find a good lawyer. Provided below are some tips that can take the stress out of finding a lawyer What is it that you want - When...

Copywriting Tricks: Nailing the Voice

By Dina Giolitto - 03/04/2009

Professional copywriters are well-familiar with what`s commonly referred to as "the voice." What is this exactly, and why do you need to master it in your writing? If writing is icecream, then "the voice" is the flavor in your scoop. You may be slurping on mellow vanilla, while I`m over here crunchi...

Knock-Knock-Knock

By Jim Lynn - 03/04/2009

Knock-Knock-Knock Who`s there? The IRS! The next quarterly payment of estimated income tax for the self-employed is not far off. Network marketers who receive a form 1099 at the end of the year, and/or who are expected to owe $1,000 or more in taxes, must file a form 1040-ES Payment Voucher quarterl...

Living Wills - 10 Most Common Questions

By Barbara C. Phillips - 03/04/2009

Today, more than ever, you need a Living Will. Discover the 10 most common questions you need answered so you too can have peace of mind.

1. What is an advanced health care directive?
Advanced health care directives are written instructions that communicate your wishes regarding care and ...

California Business Entities ? How Long Does It Take To Get Approved?

By Richard Chapo - 03/04/2009

You?ve done your research and have decided on a business entity. You?re chomping at the bit to open a bank account and get moving. You file your corporation or LLC with the Secretary of State and wait?and wait?and wait. Just how long is this going to take? California Filing Times The California Secr...

Social Security: Which Is Much Better Early Or Late Retirement?

By Jinky C. Mesias - 15/05/2008

The social security retirement benefit is given during the normal retirement age of a qualified member. The normal retirement age is the age at which the retirement benefits equal the amount of the primary insurance. However, the normal retirement age of members varies by year of birth. Any retireme...

Tax Benefits of A ?C? Corporation - Funding

By Richard A. Chapo - 15/05/2008

If you are going to form a corporation, you might be surprised to learn a ?C? corporation comes with a lot of tax benefits. While this article isn?t intended to replace the advice of a good tax professional, it may serve to open your eyes to the value of a ?C? corporation. ?C? Corporation The ?C...

Last Will And Testament Planning Is Necessary

By Ivon T. Hughes - 13/05/2008

Ready to start thinking about your Last Will and Testament but don`t know where to start? Choosing an attorney Find a lawyer with related areas of expertise, like estate planning and taxation law. And check with local the Bar Association to see if the attorney has had any disciplinary actions ...

Personal Injuries Resulting in Wrongful Death Cases

By Paul Hood - 12/05/2008

A wrongful death lawsuit alleges that the decedent was killed as a result of the negligence (or other liability) on the part of the defendant`s), and that the surviving dependents or beneficiaries are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the defendant`s conduct. Different states have their in...

Class-Action Lawsuits ? Can They Help You?

By Charles Essmeier - 08/05/2008

The recent withdrawals of the prescription medications Vioxx and Bextra from the marketplace due to safety concerns has class-action lawsuits in the news again. What is a class-action lawsuit? If you have been wronged, can a class-action lawsuit help you? A class-action lawsuit is one in which a s...

Religious Discrimination Tougher To Prove Than Race Or Sex Discriminaion In New Jersey

By Jonathan Meyers - 06/05/2008

New Jersey state courts are notoriously indulgent to plaintiffs claiming sexual or racial discrimination and will almost never dismiss a sex or race based discrimination case, no matter how meritless. The New Jersey Supreme Court has held that the state anti-discrimination statute (the ?NJLAD?) is ...

Post-Divorce Alimony in Texas

By Scott Morgan - 04/05/2008

This article provides a brief overview on Texas law concerning post-divorce alimony in Texas. Laws differ from state to state and individual circumstances vary, so you should consult with a qualified family law attorney in your area for specific advice on your particular situation. Additionally, t...

Odds Are Your Motorcycle Accident Was Not Your Fault

By Tony Merlino - 26/04/2008

Here`s an astonishing fact. If you were injured in a motorcycle accident chances are it was your fault only 20% of the time. That means that in 80% of the accidents involving a motorcycle, it was due to the negligence of another. So the question remains, who or what was the cause of the injury? T...

Do You Have a Case Against Your Stock Broker? Ten ways to Tell

By Jake Zamansky`s Blog for the Ordinary Investor - 23/04/2008

As an attorney who represents individual investors from around the Country in claims against their stock brokers, I hear a wide variety of complaints about brokers? fraud and misconduct. If you believe that your broker has abused or harmed you, you may want to consider whether your complaint falls w...

A Quality Accident Solicitor Is On Your Side

By Mumtaz Shah - 22/04/2008

When you have an accident, where do you turn for help? Who plays the most important role in helping you recover from your accident? Most people would answer `hospital` or `doctor`. Few think about the important role played by an accident solicitor. Yet the accident claim solicitor can make the diffe...

The Hidden Danger of the So-Called "Right to Die"

By Terry Mitchell - 18/04/2008

In October of 2003, the case of 39-year-old Terri Schiavo once again brought into focus the debate over the so-called "right to die." The Florida woman was temporarily removed from her feeding tube (via a court order received by husband), but was put back on it a few days later when the Florida legi...

A College Loan Will Finance Your Education!

By Mike Yeager - 29/04/2007

A college loan has given people all over the United States a chance to further their education, even if they are not making a lot of money. Education loans can be a big help in paying for college. You`ll find these loans offer a low interest rate and a generous repayment period. Of course, student l...

It Only Takes a Few Simple Steps To Avoid Student Loan Debt

By Mike Yeager - 29/04/2007

Student loan debt is a problem that affects many former students. It is a long and difficult process to pay off a student loan. Undoubtedly, it is much easier to avoid student loan debt in the first place. There are a few simple steps that can be taken to either escape student loan debt or ensure ...