by e-LawLines | Dec 4, 2014 | Real Estate Law
In Missouri, residential sale contracts are generally boilerplate agreements that contain a number of fill-in-the-blanks which are used to identify the key terms of the sale. These boilerplate agreements almost always contain an attorneys’ fees provision tucked...
by e-LawLines | Nov 20, 2014 | Commercial Law, Contract Law
This may come as a shock, but contract negotiations are rarely smooth and risk-free endeavors. There are a multitude of issues to consider, from terms of payment, to performance and damages provisions, to choice of law provisions and arbitration clauses, and many more...
by e-LawLines | Nov 10, 2014 | Employment Law
A new pregnancy law/amendment to the Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA) that prohibits discrimination and provides accommodation/protection to expectant mothers during their pregnancy and childbirth will take effect next year. The amendments apply to all Illinois...
by e-LawLines | Nov 7, 2014 | Employment Law
Missouri law involving non-compete agreements and trade secrets continues to evolve, as shown by a recent decision of the Missouri Court of Appeals. The Balancing Test: Freedom vs. Protection This much is clear. The law of non-compete agreements in Missouri seeks to...
by e-LawLines | Oct 31, 2014 | Homeowner Associations, Real Estate Law
Quite frequently, the homeowners association (“HOA”) of a subdivision will want to amend, remove or add provisions to the governing documents, generally called an indenture, restrictive covenants or covenants and restrictions. Changes can be relatively...
