e-LawLines: A Legal Resource for Businesses, Associations & Individuals

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For 30 years, David P. Weiss has published literally hundreds of articles to address issues of interest to small and medium-size businesses, nonprofit corporations and individuals, in this easy-to-read and comprehensive format. All of those articles are assembled here on the e-LawLines blog for you – a free resource designed to help you navigate the sometimes-daunting legal landscape. Start browsing now!

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Miami Bridges Falling Down: Four Ways to Survive (and Grow Stronger Through) Disaster

Contractors that have survived catastrophic events like the 2018 Florida International University bridge collapse often engage in key post-crisis analysis to ensure they are better prepared in the future. Times of great corporate strife often mold an organization into... read more

by Quinn Murphy | Aug 2, 2018 | Corporate Law, Litigation

Electronic Signatures: Elective or Mandatory

In 2000, Congress passed the “Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act” (the E-Sign Act), which was subsequently signed into law. Under that Act, (i) any transaction in or affecting interstate or foreign commerce, a signature, contract or other... read more

by Doug Whitlock | Jun 18, 2018 | Contract Law, Corporate Law, Small Business Law

Playing by the Rules: Not Just Fair, But a Legal Prerequisite

Far too frequently, the explanation for an action taken by a condominium or subdivision association’s directors, trustees or managers that, on its face, is obviously contrary to the association’s declaration, indenture, articles of incorporation, bylaws or... read more

by David P. Weiss | Apr 30, 2018 | Homeowner Associations, Real Estate Law

When Stock Certificates Disappear

When operating a corporation, it is important to observe corporate formalities. This will ensure that the corporation protects the individual shareholders from the corporation’s liabilities but it can also protect shareholders from costly mistakes. In the recent case... read more

by e-LawLines | Oct 19, 2017 | Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Small Business Law

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