Many businesses are facing situations that may excuse or delay their obligations to perform under existing contracts due to the occurrence of a force majeure event as we navigate through the pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus. Today, we at Kajioka & Associates Attorneys at Law, would like to discuss the force majeure clause. Force…
Even in the nation’s entertainment capital, the closing of nightlife and recreation is around the world as we endure the COVID-19 pandemic. With the consequences of daily impacting people, the many stressors have ramped up tensions and affected even healthy relationships with snapping, arguing, hurt feelings, and anger flare ups. Whether there was a moment…
If a person is exposed to a pathogen and the premises can be proven in non-compliance with federal and state issuance of a closure, and it is proven that the premises was the vector for the pathogen, can a law suit for negligence be an issue in a wrongful injury or death legal suit? The…
The long-term strategic impacts of COVID-19 also require analysis and strategic planning as the misfortune continues to change and governments around the world organize to solve the immediate threat. Concerning the long-term effects of COVID-19 in the workplace, all businesses, regardless of size, should prepare. It is equally important to make sure they are prepared…
Simply put, a lewd act is with anything that has to do with the intent to sexually arouse one’s self or the child. Non-touching and outside the clothing touching are included as a lewd act. Many interactions between a child and an adult are misconstrued under this law. Even if the charges are dismissed, the…
Quite a few people are indulging in marijuana use since being legalized in Nevada. Though legal, however, marijuana still has its restrictions for legal use. It has a lot of similarities to alcohol. Like alcohol, driving while using marijuana are illegal; and much like alcohol DUIs, if you are arrested for driving under the influence…
With the use of the internet making it easy, customers and consumers are able to voice their opinions about businesses with negative and positive opinions. Because of these reviews that have helped the everyday consumer’s purchase decisions, both large and small businesses have been hurt and mired. The non-disparagement clauses have gained popularity due to…
Nearly every day, business owners in Nevada deal with legal issues to some degree. For your business transactions most deal with contracts and if you have a staff on the payroll, you are required to pay taxes for instance. Your business dealings and operations are running as smooth and worry free as you may not…
Following a vehicle accident, the injuries sustained as a result is not always immediately noticeable. Weeks or even months may be what it takes for the symptoms to manifest with some injuries. Understanding the potential injuries that may appear later is important, and if you do notice any injuries from an accident, you should contact…
A commercial lease should not be signed by business owners light-heartedly. The store-front or office space, when first starting out is one of a business owners’ biggest expenses. Like most contracts, it could be too late to make any changes once you have signed a commercial lease. To potentially prevent you from growing your business,…
