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LEARN ABOUT: Tips For Avoiding Civil Liability When Dealing With Shoplifters
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Shoplifting is a problem that all retailers have to face. As is the all-too-common threat that the retailer is falsely imprisoning the alleged thief while identifying them and notifying law enforcement officials of the suspected crime. Thankfully, Maine law protects retailers during this “detention” phase, so long as the retailer follows the process described by…
How Do I Pick A Good Trademark?
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A trademark can be nearly anything that can distinguish one’s goods. So what makes a “good” trademark? The first thing to keep in mind is that a trademark might be very catchy but difficult to protect. If it cannot be protected then anyone can use it, and then it loses its value for you. It…
Is That Pot Shop Legal: Maine Municipalities Wrestle with Whether to “Opt in” to Marijuana
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As a municipal attorney in Maine, I can never predict what new legal challenge one of our many municipal clients will call about next. This is one of my favorite parts about my job. I say hardly because there is one topic that has come up very frequently over the past several months—marijuana. Given the…
New Radon Testing Requirements for Residential Landlords
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Radon occurs naturally in Maine soil and bedrock and can slowly seep into houses and structures from the ground through foundation cracks and even basement drains. It can pose a serious health risk to the inhabitants of a structure and has been linked to cases of lung cancer. In light of this, testing for the…
Keeping the Family Camp in the Family
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With summer imminent, many Mainers and those “from away” will be heading to their camps or vacation properties for relaxation and recreation. Frequently, these camps are legacy properties that have been used by families for generations providing an important family tradition and shared memories. As time passes, the number of family members who wish to…
Before you issue gift certificates, consider these regulations
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Gift certificates are an attractive option for businesses looking to reach more customers. They can be perfect for shoppers who can narrow down their gift ideas to one store, but can’t make the final decision. However, before your business begins issuing gift certificates, there are several important rules that you must consider. Gift certificates are…