Overview of Right to Work Ordinances Right to Work laws are statutes that prohibit union security agreements, which are provisions in collective bargaining agreements requiring employees to become union members or pay dues as a condition of employment. Right to work laws address a concern among lawmakers in some states that workers should not be […]

What Exactly are Peptides? Peptides are compounds composed of two or more amino acids linked by peptide bonds which are formed through a chemical reaction known as a "condensation reaction," where amino acids at the ends of chains interact with one another to create a bond. A single peptide can be comprised of just a […]

What is a Legal Property Description? The legal description of property is the language used to convey the exact location and boundaries of a property. In Georgia, a legal description usually includes the title of the deed, the surveyor’s name, the county and state the land is situated in, the relevant land lot, district, and […]

What is Common Law Marriage? The origins of the common law marriage doctrine can be traced back to the roots of American law in the 17th century. During this time, English common law held that "marriage," as defined in English law, was a creature of statute. If the marriage was valid under statute, it was […]

A Brief Guide to Shared Driveway Agreements A shared driveway agreement is written contract between two or more property owners that describes the use and maintenance of a driveway jointly used by the properties. Agreeing to a shared driveway is common when two properties are in close proximity to each other, such as with multiple […]

Understanding What it Means to Be Detained The legal definition of ‘detained’ is fairly basic: it simply means that a law enforcement officer is exercising authority over a person against their will. However, detainment differs from the act of arrest in that the detained individual hasn’t yet been legally charged with a criminal offense. At […]

The Low Down on Tenancy Contracts in Ireland Tenancy contracts, or more commonly known as a lease, provide the bits of information that those renting the property may need to effectively know about the terms of their lease. The tenancy contract begins with the landlord and ends with the tenant, making sure that all involved […]