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I’m a Student Accused of Plagiarism: Now What? University students are often required to perform significant research and write numerous papers as part of their coursework. But what happens when a student fails to give credit to another author’s ideas or work? What is Plagiarism? A student plagiarizes when he or she uses someone else’s words or id...

One of the important benefits that come from registering copyrighted works early is the ability to seek statutory damages and attorney’s fees from a copyright infringer in a lawsuit. It is only when copyright owners register their work before copyright infringement begins (or within three months after first publication of that work) that they become eligible for ...

When the road to a goal you made becomes difficult, do you push through to finish or throw in the towel? Ideas matter, but execution is everything. If you can’t execute, you won’t finish what you start. I have written about goal setting and the use of SMART goals before. If you do this it will help you create a roadmap to your goal. It is important to t...

Arizona law with respect to payment of bonuses and/or commissions is not always clear. There are many issues for both the employer and employee to consider. Below is a summary of some of things both parties should consider in any bonus or commission dispute. Is There an Agreement and, if So, What Does it Say? The starting point is always the same – is there an ...

No matter the level of your success, there are others around both better or worse off than you are. As you work hard and improve your position, you should think about others and how to lift up your community. Improving your position may be financial, or it may mean you have more control over your time. Either allows you options to make a difference and give back. T...

1. IT’S ALL ABOUT THE RECORD. The first question I’m typically asked by a prospective appellate client is “How can we tell the appellate court about all the emails from my ex-husband (credit card receipts, nasty texts) my lawyer refused to present, despite my pleas?” The answer is, we can’t. An appeal is based on the record presented t...

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has officially rolled out a new version of Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification. The new form (edition 10/21/2019) replaces the prior version (edition 07/17/2017). Here’s what employers need to know: The new form becomes mandatory as of April 30, 2020. Until then, employers are free to use either...

After an EEOC charge is filed, the EEOC may elect to hold mediation at their offices if both parties are willing. Mediation may resolve the dispute without the need for litigation. To improve the chance of a successful resolution, both parties need to have reasonable expectations, come prepared, and consider factors other than monetary terms. It is recommended that...

PHOENIX, Ariz. (02/14/2020) Alden A. Thomas has been named to the Board of Directors of Audrey’s Angels. Thomas, an employment law and insurance coverage attorney at Jaburg Wilk, said “Audrey’s Angels is a great organization. The difference that music can make in the life quality of elderly people is amazing. I’m proud of the number of homes that Audrey’...

A non-compete agreement, which is often referred to as a “restrictive covenant,” attempts to preclude an employee from working for a competitor or undertaking a new business venture that would compete with a former employer. In Arizona, broadcast employers, which include television stations, television networks, radio stations, and radio networks, are l...