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 that occur in that state’s jurisdiction. Generally, this system works well. However, there are matters were uniformity among the state laws are desirable. Commercial transactions, which often occur in more …
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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 a borrower’s ability to repay the loan. Many lenders, therefore, decide to take a security interest in the personal property which is being purchased with the loan money. A loan that is issued with collateral that …
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