Contracts can clarify a situation. They offer protection for all parties involved and are an essential part of business. FindLaw explains you should have a contract anytime you make a deal with someone else for work, products or anything at all in a business setting....
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Avoid contract disputes when hiring help for a home renovation
Hiring a contractor for a construction addition or home renovation represents a significant investment for most Virginia homeowners. You can protect your investment and avoid scams and other disputes with a solid legal contract signed by both parties. Use these...
How can I avoid litigation using contractual language?
Dispute may be an unavoidable part of business ownership, but litigation does not have to be. Savvy business owners are aware that litigation is time-consuming and expensive. Not to mention, litigation can completely ruin otherwise valuable business contacts and it...
What are the 4 elements necessary in every contract?
Contracts can contain many pages of small print that is not only difficult for you to read, but also difficult for you to understand. At their core, however, the Legal Information Institute explains that all legally enforceable contracts must contain the following...
How does Virginia handle claims of defamation, slander and libel?
If someone has said, written or published comments that damaged your reputation in Virginia, you may be considering whether to sue for defamation. Each state treats defamation claims differently, so it is important to know the law to anticipate potential hurdles and...
How do you hire a contractor?
Architects, electricians, plumbers and carpenters: There are usually scores of professionals involved in building, renovating or repairing your home. That is especially true for major projects. You would probably hire a general contracting company to coordinate. The...
What are some common contract mistakes?
When creating a contract, you must be careful to not leave out important information or make mistakes that could allow anyone to contest the contract. Contract mistakes are common. Often, you may not even realize that you have made a misstep, so understanding what...
Should I have contracts notarized?
When drafting a contract, you may be fine with just having yourself and the other party sign it. However, if a dispute arises, you may wish that you had the signatures notarized. Notarization, according to Entrepreneur, gives you some legal protection that you will...
A promissory note is more than an IOU
When doing business in Virginia, cash flow is sometimes a problem. Some of the biggest and most successful companies are valued in the millions but struggle to keep cash in the business. This may result from the nature of the business and how often buyers are allowed...
E-signatures and you
More and more companies, businesses and individuals operate exclusively online. There are now several software options that make scanning and sending digital documents much easier and faster than mailing hard copies. The convenience and cost benefit of digital...