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Buying a new vehicle can be an exciting, momentous step to take. Unfortunately, what should be a great experience can be marred by unseen vehicle defects or struggles to keep the vehicle running properly for day-to-day use. The Arkansas New…

One of The Law Group’s most enjoyable services to provide our clients is setting up a business for them, whether it’s an LLC, a corporation, or a partnership. We help our clients create a new business so that they can…

This is the first in a series of articles on the rapidly growing cannabis industry. They are designed to provide background information and general familiarity with the industry. After the background series, we will post information about related legal issues, including the recent…

In February 2023, Senator Leding and Representative Richardson of the Arkansas General Assembly proposed an Amendment to the Arkansas Constitution to create an implied warranty of habitability.  An implied warranty of habitability defines each party’s responsibilities when it comes to…

Employers are required under federal law to reasonably accommodate an employee’s religious observances or practices unless doing so would cause undue hardship to the employer. Accommodations can include adjusting work schedules or allowing leave for religious observances, providing a private…

Mediation and trial are two processes available for resolving a pending lawsuit. In certain situations, mediation may be available as an option to resolve a dispute before a lawsuit is filed. More commonly, mediation is an alternative to continuing on…

You have a big idea for a new business, but what comes next? Taking the leap to start a new business can be daunting, and there are several important steps to take and decisions to make that can impact your…

Historically, minorities and women have faced challenges when it comes to starting up and operating small businesses. From economic barriers like lack of startup funding to insufficient opportunities for skill development to limited access to business networks and accessing national…

For many people, estate planning can be intimidating. Contemplating what will happen after you are gone is naturally uncomfortable, but estate planning itself is not a complicated activity. Taking steps to make sure that your loved ones are provided for…

The State of Missouri voted “yes” on Amendment 3 on November 8, 2022.  Amendment 3 legalized recreational marijuana use effective December 8, 2022.  This new law has implications for both medical and recreational marijuana users, as well as employers. What…