Some possible negatives to take into account before drafting and agreeing to such a clause. Arbitration can have its advantages. One of the biggest advantages to arbitration for many is
Arbitration Has An Upside, But There Are Drawbacks
The Psychology of Mediation
“Tom, we’ve got mediation in 10 days. What are the chances you can get this one wrapped up? My CEO is on me about the $250,000 in defense costs and
Trust Code Revisions Enhance New Hampshire’s Position
As of July 1, New Hampshire joined the very short list of states where trusts can be modified in four different ways. The New Hampshire Legislature recently passed SB 289,
A Co-Worker’s Discriminatory Sabotage of Another Employee Can Result in Employer Liability
Claire complains to Amy in HR that a co-worker Dan is giving her a hard time and keeps telling others she is a terrible worker. Claire declares a year ago
Know the Law: Do We Need an Estate Plan
Published in the Union Leader Q. My husband and I have careers that will never lead to any significant wealth, so we do not have any formal estate plan. We
Physician, Heal Thyself: Health Care Providers Continue to be at Significant Risk for Discrimination Claims and Employee Lawsuits
Published in the New Hampshire Business Review Audrey is the Practice Manager for a physician group. In her role she handles a number of administrative and financial duties including the
Know the Law: Is Employing Summer Interns Risky Business?
Q. Every time I turn around, interns are suing companies to collect unpaid wages claiming they are employees. With our summer interns getting ready to start, is my company at
Managing Risk Efficiently with a Multi-State Workforce
Published in New England In-House National Drug has retail outlets on every street corner in every state. The company employs approximately 30,000 managers and hourly workers and faces a myriad
Know The Law: Protecting Your Interest in a LLC Investment
Q: My son wants to invest in his friend’s LLC and has asked for a loan that would be supported by the LLC interest he buys. What do we need
Know The Law: Copyright Protection
Q:I am a freelance writer, and I understand I automatically have copyright protection for works that I author. Do I still need to register my works with the United States
Assisting Clients Who Are Victims of Identity Theft
The New Hampshire Medical Society recently issued a fraud alert to its members making them aware that a number of New Hampshire medical professionals have been the victims of identity
Claiming Privilege in Discovery
Published in Association of Corporate Counsel Docket (ACC) What happens when discovery requests call for information that is protected by privilege? This issue has been the subject of increasing litigation
Dealing With Internet Defamation
While Internet reviews can drive traffic to your website and business, a scathing one can just as quickly give potential customers pause. But what do you do when someone posts
Know the Law: Having Your Estate Plan Reviewed by an In-State Attorney Ensures Your Wishes Are Carried Out After a Move
Q: My husband and I had wills drawn up when we were working and living in Massachusetts. The wills list us as residents of Massachusetts. We have since retired and
Changes to the Business Corp. Act are in Effect – Do Your Company’s Bylaws Need Updating?
On January 1, 2014, changes to the law governing New Hampshire business corporations (the New Hampshire Business Corporation Act, NH RSA 293-A) went into effect. The updated statute reflects the
Religious Garb and Grooming in the Workplace
Dalip was recently hired as a teller at a bank in Concord. Dalip is an observant Sikh who wears a turban, or dastar, as part of his religious beliefs. A