These scams are generally worded in such a way as to induce panic in the recipient. They often tell the addressee that there has been fraudulent activity on their account or they may lose something such as their account if they don’t immediately respond. Another...
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Changes in the Housing Market Since 2008? Perhaps, Yet There is Still Work to Do.
It has been nearly a decade since the mortgage crisis exploded in the U.S. and it does not appear to be over yet! While federal lawmakers implemented laws to aid homeowners avoid foreclosure, relief often came too late for many. However, although the housing market...
FBI vs. Apple
As the accuracy and precision of technology improves, tech companies struggle to answer unavoidable and complex questions. Whether they want to or not, companies face the challenge to find a balance between the privacy rights of individual users and the national...
3 Key Considerations When Implementing Employment Contracts
It is undeniable that contracts are used in business across the globe. Established business owners may have considered the idea of having employees sign an employment contract. Although it is important to ensure that expectations are clear for all parties, there...
Why Are Oil Prices Falling?
Over the last four years, oil prices had remained constant. However, in the last seven months prices per barrel have dropped considerably. In 2010, a barrel of crude sold at approximately $110 dollars per barrel, whereas in 2014 the price per barrel dropped to below...
What is a Dual Representation Agreement with a Lawyer and When is it Used?
Deciding when to invest in an attorney is an important decision. Frequently, people hope to save money and have one attorney or agent represent the interests of both individuals on either side of a dispute. However, in order to do so the attorney must...
What is the Effect of Lifting the Trade Embargo on Cuba?
The story of Cuba and the United States is headed for yet another historic chapter in its history. When President Barack Obama gave his final State of the Union Address on January 12, 2016, he announced his plans to lift the 50-year embargo on Cuba. President Obama...
7 Top Management Skills to Run a Successful Non-Profit
If you are contemplating starting a non-profit organization, there are certain skills needed by the principal management for running a non-profit organization. These skills are unique to non-profit organizations and are needed to operate as efficiently as possible....
How Does International Commercial Arbitration Work?
International Commercial Arbitration is the process used by parties conducting international business to resolve contractual disputes. Some of the frequent reasons that parties often favor arbitration is the general mistrust and uncertainty in laws, lack of fairness...
How Will the Recently Lifted Sanctions in Iran Affect American Businesses?
Since 2012, the United States and other countries have maintained an embargo on Iran that has prevented it from having any normalized trade relations with several countries. The purpose of these sanctions was to curb Iran’s nuclear Program. With the agreement of Iran...