When engaged in a real estate transaction, it is important for both the buyer and the seller to understand that the transaction is not final until closing. There are many events that need to occur between an accepted offer and
A new lawsuit filed by six residents of the Virgin Islands and Guam is challenging laws that prohibit territorial residents from voting for president and a Congressional representative with voting powers, according to a news release from the nonprofit civil
As the calendar year swiftly comes to an end, it’s important for businesses to not just reflect on the year that was, but also start thinking about their financial goals for the coming year. Considering you will very soon begin
Choosing the right broker to work with you on a commercial real estate deal is an important decision, one that will go a long way toward determining how smoothly your transaction will go. A professional commercial broker will help you
When you think about running your business, what role do you imagine a lawyer playing? A lawyer is much more than someone who can get you out of trouble (though he or she certainly can). An excellent lawyer can become
Agriculture is a small but critically important industry in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Agriculture is only a small portion of the territory’s gross domestic product (GDP); roughly 97 percent of our food is imported from elsewhere. This leaves the territory
Most of the processes associated with starting a new business in the U.S. Virgin Islands are the same as those that would be used to start up a business in the continental United States. You must complete all the necessary
In the vast majority of personal injury cases, the determination of who was at fault in the incident comes down to determining who was negligent in the situation. The general standard used in these cases in most parts of the
When you’ve signed an agreement with another party, one issue you may find yourself dealing with is an “anticipatory” breach of contract, which often means taking action before an actual breach has occurred.
For a little context, a contract could
