COVID-19: Legal Considerations

The COVID-19 virus “pandemic” has thrown the entire world into a lurch. The U. S. stock market appears to be spiraling out of control. Global economies are on the cusp of shutting down for the foreseeable future. Overall, there is a feeling of uneasiness among all people, if not full...

Alabama Law: Security Deposits in Residential Leases

The Alabama Residential Landlord-Tenant Act permits landlords to collect security deposits from tenants. However, there are certain restrictions on the collection and return of security deposits that must be followed. Landlords may require that a tenant pay a security deposit, but the amount of the security deposit cannot exceed the...

How to Obtain 501(c)(3)Status

Are you a newly formed nonprofit organization looking to obtain 501(c)(3) status? Below are a few tips on how to help your organization. What exactly is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization? Most nonprofits are 501(c)(3) organizations, which means they are formed for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes and are...

Biometrics in the Workplace

The world constantly evolves as new technology is created. As the use of biometric technology in the workplace grows, so does the number of people concerned about their privacy. Here’s a short summary of what you need to know about biometric technology and how privacy should be protected.

Avoiding Probate

We would all like to pass something on to our loved ones when we die. The last thing that anyone wants to do is give a portion of what they have left behind to the government or an attorney. Avoiding probate is possible and here are some tips on how...

Legal Tips Before the New Year

The end of 2018 is rapidly approaching! Are all of your business affairs in order and ready for the New Year? If you’re not sure where to start, here are a few legal tips to help you prepare for the upcoming year.