Model Rules of Professional Conduct

Model Rules of Professional Conduct
Author: American Bar Association. House of Delegates
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2007
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781590318737

The Model Rules of Professional Conduct provides an up-to-date resource for information on legal ethics. Federal, state and local courts in all jurisdictions look to the Rules for guidance in solving lawyer malpractice cases, disciplinary actions, disqualification issues, sanctions questions and much more. In this volume, black-letter Rules of Professional Conduct are followed by numbered Comments that explain each Rule's purpose and provide suggestions for its practical application. The Rules will help you identify proper conduct in a variety of given situations, review those instances where discretionary action is possible, and define the nature of the relationship between you and your clients, colleagues and the courts.

Connecticut Corporation Law and Practice

Connecticut Corporation Law and Practice
Author: Marilyn J. Ward Ford
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer
Total Pages: 1778
Release: 1999-11-01
Genre: Law
ISBN: 0735511225

This single-volume treatise is a complete up-to-date guide to understanding Connecticut corporation law, both procedural and substantive. Connecticut Corporation Law & Practice, Second Edition includes legislative history, major case law holdings and statutes, rules, and regulations governing the internal affairs of Connecticut corporations and limited liability companies, with special emphasis on such topics as mergers, tender offers, dissenter's rights, quorum and voting rights, directors' duties and liabilities, and the law governing foreign corporations.This book provides full coverage of a wide range of material within a coherent and cohesive structure, including detailed analysis and discussion of changes in Connecticut law, which will have a significant impact on the formation, organization, operation, management, and dissolution of Connecticut corporations; recent case law developments; and analysis and discussion of the Connecticut Business Corporat

Incorporate Your Business

Incorporate Your Business
Author: Anthony Mancuso
Publisher: NOLO
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2011
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9781413314083

"Explains the advantages, disadvantages and tax consequences of incorporation plus provides step-by-step guidance for incorporating in all 50 states. The 6th edition is updated to cover recent changes in the law, including state, federal and tax law changes"--

Neighbor Law

Neighbor Law
Author: Cora Jordan
Publisher: NOLO
Total Pages: 342
Release: 2006
Genre: Law
ISBN: 141330060X

So your neighbor's giant sequoia is blocking your view. Who ya gonna call? The search for a 'dispute buster' should end with this helpful new book. Sunset Magazine - For anyone with a neighbor problem, [Neighbor Law] is a handy book indeed. It walks the reader through written and common law, tells you what your rights are and how to follow through on a complaint all the way to court, if necessary.- Oakland Tribune - Explains how to use mediation services, research local laws, and present a convincing case in small claims court. - Reuters - Surprisingly, this is a fun read. The author includes interesting sidebars and court decisions to clarify her explanations. - Sacramento Bee - A Nolo book that gives practical, no-nonsense approaches to handling neighbor disputes. - Los Angeles Times - This classic book, which keeps getting better with each new edition, answers virtually all questions regarding fences, trees, boundaries and noise.- Orlando Sentinel - Jordan peppers the book with real stories of problems neighbors have with each other. The stories are interesting and, in some cases, hilarious. - Arizona Republic - Even if you don't have a serious neighbor problem yet, this well-written and complete book is a fun and educational read. It is extremely thorough and well-documented. 4 stars: excellent. - Robert Bruss, nationally syndicated real-estate columnist

Corporate Citizen?

Corporate Citizen?
Author: Ciara Torres-Spelliscy
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016
Genre: Business and politics
ISBN: 9781632847263

Over time, corporations have engaged in an aggressive campaign to dramatically enlarge their political and commercial speech and religious rights through strategic litigation and extensive lobbying. At the same time, many large firms have sought to limit their social responsibilities. For the most part, courts have willingly followed corporations down this path. But interestingly, corporations are meeting resistance from many quarters including from customers, investors, and lawmakers. Corporate Citizen? explores this resistance and offers reforms to support these new understandings of the corporation in contemporary society.

Connecticut Business Litigation, Second Edition

Connecticut Business Litigation, Second Edition
Author: Paula Cruz Cedillo
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2017-04-28
Genre: Actions and defenses
ISBN: 9781628812831

Connecticut Business Litigation addresses major issues business attorneys can expect to face. Authors Thomas J. Finn and Paula Cruz Cedillo are partners in the Business and Financial Services Litigation Group at McCarter & English, LLP in Hartford. This is an important resource for business crisis management. But its use is not limited to pending litigation or arbitration. Preemptive and far-reaching, it serves as a primer for transactional attorneys and business owners on minimizing risks inherent in their business relationships. The authors illustrate legal footings and point to developing trends. Published biennially, the authors will follow this area of law, providing up-to-date analysis and strategy through the lens of their collective careers. It is cross-referenced and heavily indexed for ease of use, and includes tables of relevant authorities. Content includes: Securities Litigation Director and Officer Liability Limited Liability Company and Partnership Litigation Antitrust Litigation Business Torts Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act Trade Secrets and Restrictive Covenant Litigation Intellectual Property Litigation Information Technology, E-Commerce, and Computer Litigation Insurance Coverage Litigation ERISA Litigation Anti-Racketeering and RICO Environmental Litigation Franchise Litigation Arbitration

How to Start a Business in Connecticut

How to Start a Business in Connecticut
Author: Entrepreneur Press
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004
Genre: New business enterprises
ISBN: 9781932156751

"How to Start a Business in Connecticut is your roadmap to avoid planning, legal and financial pitfalls and direct you through the bureaucratic red tape that often entangles fledgling entrepreneurs. This all-in-one resource goes a step beyond other business how-to books to give you a jump-start on planning for your business and provides you with: Quick reference to the most current mailing and Internet addresses and telephone numbers for federal, state, local and private agencies that will help get your business up and running State population statistics, income and consumption rates, major industry trends and overall business incentives to give you a better picture of doing business in Connecticut Checklists, sample forms and a complete sample business plan to assist you with numerous startup details State-specific information on issues like choosing a legal form, selecting a business name, obtaining licenses and permits, registering to pay for taxes and knowing your employer responsibilities Federal and state options for financing your new venture

The Law of Guaranties

The Law of Guaranties
Author: Jeremy S. Friedberg
Publisher: American Bar Association
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2013
Genre: Suretyship and guaranty
ISBN: 9781614388050

Includes chapters on all the states of the United States, and a chapter each on the Equal Credit Opportunity Act's restrictions regarding guaranties, the District of Columbia, Canada, Quebec, and Puerto Rico.