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Despite careful review, fraudulent inducements can jeopardize otherwise well-crafted contracts.
When modifying a contract, best practice is to always detail changes in writing with appropriate approvals by all parties.
Caution is advised when reviewing contracts electronically, because that click, reply or e-signature could legally bind you to the deal.
Surviving a cyber attack requires preparedness from a legal, business and technology standpoint.
Using boilerplate affirmative defenses in litigation leaves you vulnerable
Contracts should use plain English and your lawyer should too.
Following the U.S. Supreme Court's historic ruling on same sex marriage, federal and state lawmakers must play catch up to revise major statutes, including the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.
Integration clauses cannot typically be used to defend against fraud in the inducement claims to invalidate a contract.
Michigan's garnishment system update should result in a more predictable process and reduced costs for creditors and garnishees.
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