What is a Power of Attorney and Why is it a Part of an Estate Plan?

What is a Power of Attorney and Why is it a Part of an Estate Plan? By Brittany E. O’Brien and Heather Rooney McBride When most people think of an estate plan they think of a will, but a true estate plan will likely include several other documents depending in order to appropriately encompass all […]

NEGLIGENCE Part 3: Proximate Cause

NEGLIGENCE Part 3: Proximate Cause By:  Benjamin A. McBride and Heather Rooney McBride   In order to recover damages on a theory of negligence, a claimant must show that: (1) a duty existed between the parties, (2) a breach of that duty occurred, (3) the breach of that duty was the proximate cause of the […]

How to Establish a Solid Foundation for Terminating “At-Will” Employees (1 of 2)

How to Establish a Solid Foundation for Terminating “At-Will” Employees (1 of 2) By:  Nicole D. Lindsey and Heather Rooney McBride   Most states operate under the “at-will” doctrine of employment, which gives both employers and employees the right to terminate a working relationship at any time and for any reason – or for no […]