Commercial Articles

• An Overview of the Uniform Commercial Code
  Each state in the United States has the authority to enact its own laws. While federal laws apply equally to all states, state law is only applicable to matters … More
• Secured Transactions: Which Party is Secure?
  Americans know how hard it can be to get a loan. Even in good economic times, responsible lenders may be cautious about lending money if they are concerned about … More
• Common Contract Terms Explained
  In every contract there are invariably a slew of legal terms and conditions that, regardless of the contract’s purpose, go unchanged and often unchecked by the … More
• What are Negotiable Instruments?
  Have you ever wondered what law applies when you write a check or purchase a certificate of deposit (CD)? Checks and certificates of deposit are types of … More
• What Is Fraudulent Conveyance and How Can I Avoid it?
  The Classic Fraudulent Conveyance The classic fraudulent conveyance occurs when a person intentionally transfers property to another with the intent to defraud, … More
• How Can a Creditor Repossess Property?
  Many Americans experience a time when their financial obligations become overwhelming and they are unable to pay all of their outstanding obligations on time. A … More
• Defenses to Repossession
  It can be easier to get a lender to agree to loan you money if you provide the lender with a security interest in the property that you are purchasing with the loan … More