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What is separate property?

In general, separate property or non-marital property is any property, real or personal, acquired before marriage, after divorce (or in some states by separation of the spouses before divorce), by gift or inheritance during marriage, or during marriage with separate property funds.

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What is secondary meaning in trademark law?

Secondary meaning in trademark law arises when consumers have come to identify a trademark with a specific product over time. When this happens, a descriptive mark that a business would not have been able to register initially may achieve trademark status. To learn more about trademark law and secondary meaning, click here.

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What happens if you refuse to take a BAC test?

The consequences for refusal to submit to a DUI blood alcohol test vary from state to state. In some states you have a right to refuse a blood alcohol test with no additional penalties for doing so, but in others you will face penalties beyond your DUI charges. Become familiar with your states laws regarding a DUI blood alcohol test by contacting an experienced DUI attorney.

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DUI Trial Tips

There are two general approaches to improving your chances for a favorable outcome before trial on a DUI charge. The first approach involves being proactive and addressing how you got the DUI charge in order to minimize sentencing. The second approach is more reactive and designed to fight the DUI charge by arguing you are not guilty. Whether you are guilty or not, consult a DUI attorney for assistance fighting a DUI charge or minimizing punishment for a DUI conviction.

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Understanding a DUI Driver’s License Suspension

While many criminal or financial penalties for a DUI require every person arrested for DUI be found guilty at trial, when it comes to a DUI license suspension the law is not as gracious. For a DUI arrest, or for refusing to submit to a blood alcohol test, you are punished before trial by an immediate administrative driver’s license suspension. If you are arrested for DUI, you should consult a DUI attorney to understand the wide ranging consequences on your driver’s license and how to alleviate the effects of a DUI license suspension.

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DUI Probation and Deferred Sentencing

When considering DUI plea options, you need to understand the difference between a strait probation and a deferred sentence. Both will involve being placed on some type of probation wherein you report to a probation officer, complete drug and alcohol counseling, perform community service hours, and pay a fine. A common misconception about DUI probation and DUI deferred sentences is that it means you won’t have to go to jail, this is not the case. If you have received a DUI or DWI, you should contact a DUI attorney as soon as possible.

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What if my employer doesn’t pay me?

Employers are required to pay at least minimum wage to employees. When an employee performs work, an employer must pay the employee the full amount of money owed, including both regular wages and overtime for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. Commissions, bonuses and all other amounts due must also be paid within a reasonable period of time. When an employer fails to pay as required, an employee can file a civil lawsuit or seek help from the government agency responsible for enforcing the rights of workers.

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What is a Refusal to Deal?

The definition of a refusal to deal or a concerted refusal to deal is an agreement between competing companies, or a company and an individual or business, to refuse to do business with another. A refusal to deal violates the Sherman Act and antitrust laws, and is illegal in the United States.

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