Las Vegas Business And Real Estate Blog
What is the process of appealing a civil law case?
Civil case decisions have a close similarity to trial court decisions. For both of them, you can appeal for a review in the appellate court or appeals court if you do not agree with the given conclusion. Once you appeal the case, the court of appeal reviews it and...
Lithium mining in Nevada: Business opportunity or headache?
Lithium is a common geological commodity that is growing in popularity. The metal is an important component to certain batteries, commonly used in electric vehicles. The need for lithium is expected to increase in coming years. The well-known electric car company...
When a subcontractor faces a contract dispute with a supplier
When you work in the construction business, you rely a lot on others to complete a project. As a subcontractor, you work with a lot of suppliers for materials, and at some point, you’re likely to face a problem. You may end up in a contract dispute with a supplier if:...
What are common contract breaches in the construction industry?
Construction projects rely on a wide variety of manufacturers, suppliers and subcontractors to complete the job. However, there is always a chance that they may fail to uphold their responsibility, even after signing a contract. What are common causes of breach of...
Construction defect lawsuits can take businesses down a treacherous rabbit hole
From the time we enter elementary school, we are graded on our work. Getting schoolwork back that is heavily marked up can be deflating. However, once someone is beyond their school years and in a profession, critical reviews of work can be a lot more than emotionally...
Understanding the appeals process in Nevada
After finding your business at the losing end of a ruling, you may wonder if you have any way to attain a more advantageous outcome. The judge and jury may have made obvious procedural errors. Or, their decision may not have lined up with the facts your side...
How do you stake a mining claim?
As a prospector in Nevada, you will want to take advantage of the state’s wealth of mineral deposits. Nevada is one of the few states with reserves of lithium, which is a hot commodity because of its use in batteries. Nevada also has deposits of gold, silver and...
Subcontractors: three ways to protect yourself against scope of work issues
General contractors usually want to do whatever the customer asks for. In many cases, this involves changing the scope of a construction job drastically after work has already begun. Contractors also change the scope of work due to conditions of the existing...
What minerals are considered nonlocatable in mining claims?
Nevada’s rich mineral deposits make it one of the country’s most attractive mining sites. Nicknamed the Silver State because of its exceptional precious metals production, Nevada is home to more than 100 active nonfuel mines. While companies continue to file claims...
Native American tribes, Nevada environmentalists fighting proposed mine expansion
Mining companies often face multiple obstacles to its ability to do business. Besides the layers of government bureaucracy mines face before they can open or expand, there are special interest groups that frequently stand in the way. These groups can put your...
