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Monthly Archives: July 2017
2 ResultsThe Benefits of Comprehensive Releases
by: Justin de Vries, July 24, 2017
When combatants settle a lawsuit, they often exchange mutual releases – that is, they release each other from all and any possible claims arising out of the issues raised in the litigation. However, releases can be the bane of a lawyer’s existence when it comes to getting the words just right. Clients don’t think they…read more
No Undue Influence, Says Court of Appeal
by: Jacob Kaufman, July 18, 2017
Rita and her late husband Frank built a successful business together in the course of their lengthy marriage. Unfortunately, there is a struggle between Rita’s twin sons (both named Jean) over who should act as their mother’s attorney for property, devastating both the family’s finances and relationship. The Court of Appeal dismissed an appeal of…read more