Law Offices of Charlton L. Allen, PLLC

10/06/2023

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It's Friday, so a little reading on the Ten Commandments' impact on the development of the law. Enjoy!

    The Ten Commandments, also known as the Decalogue, are a set of biblical principles relating to ethics and worship that play a fundamental role in Judaism and Christianity. Most people know the Ten Commandments were instrumental in the development of the law; yet their import has become a pola...

09/14/2023

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If you are on a corporate board, there's a good chance you have heard of GAAP. But do you know what it means? Check out the latest blog post!

As I mentioned in my last blog post, we are stepping away briefly from our in-depth analysis of ancient legal codes to a more modern subject. If you are involved in a for-profit business or serve on a non-profit organization’s board of directors, you may have some familiarity with the term “GAAP...

09/08/2023

https://charltonallenlaw.com/the-code-of-hammurabi-unveiling-the-pillar-of-ancient-legal-systems/

It's another Friday and time for another blog post. Today, we examine the Code of Hammurabi. Enjoy!

Welcome back to this blog series on ancient legal codes. First, I apologize for the delay in posting—sometimes a short week only compresses the time to complete the tasks at hand! In previous posts, we explored the Code of Ur-Nammu and the principle of “an eye for an eye” (lex talionis) in anc...

09/01/2023

https://charltonallenlaw.com/lex-talionis-exploring-the-principle-of-an-eye-for-an-eye-in-ancient-mesopotamian-legal-codes/

It's a Friday afternoon before a holiday weekend, so it is a great time for a blog post! Today we explore the concept of lex talionis, which originated in ancient Mesopotamia.

Welcome back to the blog series on ancient legal codes. In my previous post, we explored the Code of Ur-Nammu, the oldest known legal code. Today, we delve into the principle of “an eye for an eye,” known as lex talionis, which played a significant role in ancient Mesopotamian legal systems. Joi...

08/30/2023

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In today's blog post, we go way back to the first known legal text, the Code of Ur-Nammu. Never heard of Ur-Nammu before? Don't miss this chance to learn more!

Welcome to the latest post in this law firm blog, where we delve into the fascinating world of legal history. And to do so, we are not only stepping back into the historical record, we are going way back to the first known legal code. Today, we explore the Code of Ur-Nammu, an ancient legal...

08/29/2023

New blog post up on HOAs:

There’s an upcoming blog series which will be taking a deep dive into the intersection of law and history, so I thought I’d post today about a more practical topic. Let’s get started about a subject most have experienced at some point in safeguarding their biggest investment—their home. Home...

08/24/2023

https://charltonallenlaw.com/introducing-this-blog-exploring-the-intersection-of-law-history-and-practicality/

Welcome this law firm’s blog! I am thrilled to embark on this journey of knowledge-sharing and exploration with you, where we will delve into a wide range of topics that touch upon the law’s impact on history, its intersection with society and culture, and practical insights for small businesses...

08/18/2023

https://charltonallenlaw.com/understanding-balloon-payments/

Yesterday’s post discussed the impact of balloon payments for nonprofits in a challenging lending environment. I anticipate many readers are already familiar with the concept of a balloon payment. I have learned that not all people are familiar with the concept, as it is not seen as often in the r...

08/18/2023

https://charltonallenlaw.com/the-anticipated-rise-in-mortgage-interest-rates-implications-for-nonprofits-with-balloon-payments-due/

In recent times, the real estate market has experienced historically low mortgage interest rates, providing an opportunity for nonprofits to secure affordable financing for their operations. The impact of rising mortgage rates on the housing market dominates much of the headlines and news traffic on...

08/18/2023

https://charltonallenlaw.com/the-importance-of-complete-financial-records-for-nonprofit-organizations/

Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in addressing societal needs and advancing various causes. To effectively fulfill their missions, these organizations must maintain complete and accurate financial records. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why nonprofit organizations need to pr...

08/09/2023