The Federal Trade Commission has (expected appeals aside) pretty much ended the use of noncompete agreements in the future. Given that one out of every five workers in this country is covered by a noncompete agreement, that’s roughly 30 million employees who will...
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What should you put in your partnership agreement?
If you’re starting a new business, you may be doing it with a business partner. Many people want to be entrepreneurs, but they know they need assistance or they want to bring on someone with other business skills, financial resources or something of this nature. They...
How long does it take to settle a car accident claim?
A car accident can leave you burdened both physically and financially – and it may seem like the claims process is dragging on forever. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to tell how long it will be before your claim is finally resolved. North Dakota law requires...
When are hotel owners liable for an accident on the premises?
Accidents can happen anywhere, even in places we consider safe, like hotels. This raises the question, though, of when responsibility might fall on the hotel owner if an accident occurs on their premises. Finding the answer and establishing fault hinges on several...
Intense emotions can make driving more dangerous
Distracted driving is a serious issue. In fact, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) estimates that distractions play a role in over 3,000 fatal accidents every year. Driving distractions can be broken down into three categories, manual...
The danger of fatigued truck driving
Fatigued driving is dangerous for anyone. It could cause them to nod off behind the wheel and entirely lose control of the car. But even if they stay awake, it can impact their decision-making ability and their reaction times. This is especially serious when it...
What is dooring?
In urban environments, where bicycles and automobiles share the roadways, dooring is a common and potentially hazardous occurrence. This term refers to opening a vehicle door directly into the path of an oncoming cyclist. Dooring often results in collisions and...
What are common complications of chemical burns?
Chemical burns can happen in a variety of situations, from accidental exposure to common household chemicals to accidents in nail and hair salons. While the severity of a chemical burn can depend on the type of the chemical involved, the amount of exposure someone...
How a car accident can affect you psychologically
Besides physical injuries, a car accident can lead to psychological effects. Since it's a traumatic event, a crash can trigger psychological responses that can potentially affect your life for a long time. Here is how this can happen: Post-traumatic stress disorder...
What are typical farming injuries workers face?
In the heart of agricultural landscapes, where fields stretch endlessly under the open sky, farmers toil to cultivate food. Yet, amid the serene beauty of the countryside, the daily grind of farming comes with its own set of challenges. Some of these can lead to...