CT Labor Laws in General Connecticut, like all states, operates under the United States Department of Labor’s interpretation of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 (FLSA). This law sets forth minimum requirements for overtime, minimum wage, child labor, record keeping and suggested employment practices. Under the FLSA, most private sector workers are considered "non-exempt employees" and are entitled to […]
An introduction to the guardrail standards in IBC The International Building Code (IBC) is a set of regulations and standards that serve as the foundation for building construction and safety requirements across the United States. First published in 2000 by the International Code Council (ICC), the IBC is one of several modern nation-wide model codes guided by the principles of […]
OTF Knives Explained OTF knives, or Out-The-Front knives, are a type of folding blade knife that do not fold in the traditional sense. The blade of a true OTF knife is housed in a protective cavity or sheath and is released by a push button located at the end of the handle. Upon pressing the button, the blade flies out […]
Texas Construction Law Explained Construction contracts in Texas follow the laws and cases handed down in Texas, as well as some federal laws. The Texas business code and chapters of the Texas government code provide the general rules and governing principles for construction in Texas. Cases passed down by the Texas Supreme Court and other Texas appellate courts that affect […]
What is a Dealer Purchase Agreement A dealer purchase agreement is the legal contract giving a dealer possession of the unit or the first two or three pages of the contract document. It is the necessary first step to complete its acquisition of the unit. Although it can be a short form confirming a prior handshake agreement between a dealer […]
Colorado’s One Party Consent Statute A conversation or a phone call with a friend or colleague where you record the dialogue is considered "communication" under Colorado state law.The one-party consent rule applies to those who record communications provided that the communication is done by you and you are part of the communication at the same time.The Colorado one-party consent law […]
The UAW Legal Services Plan Explained The UAW Legal Services Plan was enacted in 1978 following a vote of the UAW International Executive Board. This Plan provides professional legal services to UAW members and their families. As a plan established by the UAW for the benefit of its members, the UAW Legal Service Plan is available only to members of […]
Consent Laws of Indiana In order to understand Indiana Consent Laws, it is first essential to know what consent laws are and why they are so important in today’s legal setting. Essentially, consent laws act as a legal framework of how individuals obtain permission to take some kind of action that will affect another person. In our society, consent is […]
What is a Survivorship Agreement? A survivorship agreement (also known in Texas as a "survivorship agreement," "survivorship arrangement," or "arrangement for joint ownership") is an agreement between the owners of personal property regarding the disposition of that property at the death of one or more of the parties to the agreement. While these agreements may seem risky to some individuals, […]
The Fundamentals of a Sales Representative Agreement Sales representative contract agreement is an enforceable contract between a product supplier (the principal) and a sales representative. The former hires the latter to sell or introduce the supplier’s products. The agreement outlines the specific role of each party, their responsibilities, and other relevant points that determine how the contract will be enforced.A […]