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Deposition Two-Step: Conflicting Reasons for Quitting Job Early Leads to Perjury Charge

This case is a welcome reminder of how an attorney’s advice may sometimes lead to more harm than good. Brown brought suit against his former employer, Skagit, under Title VII claiming racial harassment and constructive discharge. In a deposition, Brown testified that his sole reason for quitting his job at…

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Timeliness to Rebuild in New Orleans Still an Issue after Hurricane Katrina

The idea of timeliness is a common contract clause that requires that one of the parties perform a mandatory act within a certain amount of time. There is often a specific amount of time attached, but sometimes the clause can simply state that an action be carried out “within a…

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Happy Holidays to all of our Friends

Happy Holidays from the Berniard Law Firm! We will resume blog posting on Tuesday.

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Real Estate Agent Not Liable for Defect in Alexandria Case

Paul and Anna Moreau thought they were buying a house with a 10-year-old roof. After they moved in, they learned that the roofing tiles were so old that they were no longer made. Their claim against the real estate agent, who represented both sides in the sale, failed at the…

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