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#Carlsbad Bankruptcy Attorneys - Carlsbad, CA 92008

Get on the road to financial freedom with help from Doan Law Firm s Carlsbad Bankruptcy Attorneys!

Do you have bills piling up? Are you overwhelmed with debt and ready to end the stress of harassing phone calls and other collection abuses?

If your answer is yes and you are ready to make your financial fresh start, the Southern California Bankruptcy Attorneys of Doan Law Firm are here to help.  We have helped more than 30,000 Southern Californians find relief from Debt and Creditor Harassment since 1995. With over 200 years of legal experience, we will get you immediate relief, end all creditor communications, and start you on a new path to financial freedom.

With the help of a Doan Law Carlsbad Bankruptcy Attorney. you can explore the benefits of Chapter 7, Chapter 13, Combined Chapters 20, or Debt Settlement.  We will provide you with a free consultation to inform you of your rights and ou ... Read more »

#Opt-In Laws in North America and Europe

Legislation

The Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited Pornography and Marketing Act of 2003

The CAN-SPAM Act covers commercial email messages with the primary purpose of advertisement or promotion of a commercial product or service.

Europe

"EU Opt-In Directive"

Directive 2003/58/EC (amending Council Directive 68/151/EEC)

The EU Opt-In Directive covers all direct email marketing messages, including charitable and political messages.

Opt-In Requirements and Permission

No, the CAN-SPAM Act allows direct marketing email messages to be sent to anyone, without permission, until the recipient explicitly requests that they cease (opt-out).

Europe

Yes, direct marketing email messages may be sent only to recipients who have given their prior consent (opt-in). Prior permission is required for business-to-consumer (B2C) communication covering all ... Read more »

#California State Knife Laws (2013 revision)

Disclaimer - I am not a lawyer. The following information is for reference only. The discussion and interpretation is my own. So, please keep that in mind. If you need qualified consultation or legal advice, please contact a licensed criminal attorney and/or local Sheriff's office. The discussion is regarding the lawful knife carry. nothing else!

Like I said above, the laws are complicated. In US to make things more complicated we have Federal and State laws, and in addition to that local counties and cities can have their own laws. Which particular law takes priority for any given issue depends on the laws and I guess particular case as well. In relation to knife carry, the state law is generally more or less universal, however, particular cities and towns have their own, as usual more strict laws regarding the knife possession and carry. I'll discuss that below, but as a rule of thumb, just because California state law ... Read more »

#Can I Earn a Law Degree Online and Practice Law?

By Michelle Fabio. Law School Expert

With the ever-increasing popularity of distance learning. you may be wondering whether you can earn your law degree online. The answer is yes, you can. Becoming a licensed attorney, however, is a bit more difficult with an online law degree than with a traditional one, so you should consider all the information below before deciding to enroll in an online law degree program.

What are online law degree programs like?

Just as with traditional law school programs, online law schools have certain required courses and other electives, which vary by school. Most online law school classes meet virtually for class discussions, and the Socratic Method may even be used.

One big difference between traditional law degree programs and online degree programs is that many distance learning courses have more than just one large exam at the end of the course that determine ... Read more »

#Can States Ignore the Supreme Court - s Gay-Marriage Ruling? The Atlantic

Mike Huckabee and Ted Cruz are suggesting there might be ways for states and cities to nullify the justices ruling. They re wrong.

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The Supreme Court s decision last week did make gay marriage legal around the nation. Unfortunately for social conservatives, it did not, however, make nullification legal around the nation.

Yet futile hope springs eternal. Since the ruling, a handful of officials have suggested that states need not issue licenses for same-sex marriages. The two most notable voices are two Republican candidates for president, Mike Huckabee and Ted Cruz.

They cannot ignore a direct judicial order. The parties to a case cannot ignore a direct judicial order. But it does not mean that those who are not parties to case are bound by a judicial order.

The entire premise of the decision on marriage was that in 1868, when the people of ... Read more »

#California Megan s Law - California Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General

The Sex Offender Tracking Program at the California Department of Justice (DOJ) maintains the registered sex offender database. That database is the basis for the information displayed on this Internet web site.

By law, persons convicted of specified sex crimes are required to register as sex offenders with a local law enforcement agency. Prior to release from prison, jail, a mental hospital, or on probation, sex offenders are notified in writing of their duty to register, and a copy of the notification form is forwarded to DOJ. When a sex offender is released into the community, the agency forwards the registration information to DOJ.

Registered sex offenders are required to update their information annually, within five working days of their birthday. Some sex offenders must update more often: transients must update every 30 days, and sexually violent predators, every 90 da ... Read more »

#Can a Business Law Degree be Earned Online?

While studying for a business law online degree, your curriculum will include core courses such as:

Financial institution law, patent law, securities regulation and intellectual property law may also be a part of your business law curriculum. You will also have a chance to specialize in a specific area of law, depending on which online business law program you choose.

Your business degree in law online will also help prepare you to sit for your state bar exams, the last step you have to take before practicing business law.

An online business law program will give you the opportunity to network with faculty and other students, which may help you find exciting job opportunities in business law.

After earning an online degree in business law, your options will range from joining a corporation as corporate counsel to creating your own business or partnership. In addition to law firms and corporations, there ar ... Read more »

#Car Repossession Laws: An Overview

Learn about car repossessions: how they work, how to avoid them, and your options if it happens to your car.

If you fail to make your car payments or otherwise default on your loan, you risk having your car repossessed by your lender.  Read on to learn more about how car repossessions work, how to avoid them, and what your options are if your car gets repossessed.

Why Is the Lender Allowed to Repossess Your Car?

When you finance or lease a car you normally give the lender a security interest in the vehicle.  Every state has its own rules regarding repossession but having a security interest generally means your lender can repossess the car without notice if you default on the loan.  Many things can constitute a default but the most common reasons are not making timely loan payments or not having car insurance.

How Do Car Repossessions Work?

In most states, car lenders can seize your vehicle without pr ... Read more »

#Canon Law

Canon is the Greek word for rule, norm, standard or measure. It is used in several ways in church language:

1. The canon of Sacred Scripture is the list of books recognized by the church as inspired by the Holy Spirit.
2. Before the liturgical reforms of the Second Vatican Council, the single eucharistic prayer used universally in the Latin Mass was called the Roman Canon. Now that there are four eucharistic prayers in general use, they are usually referred to as Eucharistic Prayer I, II, III or IV, but they may also be called canons. The first of these is still called the Roman Canon because it is nearly identical to the original Roman Canon . 
3. Canon is another name for a law in the Code of Canon Law. (Adjective form is canonical .)

Canon Law is a code of ecclesiastical laws governing the Catholic Church. In the Latin or Western Church, ... Read more »

#What is the Rule of Law?

What is the Rule of Law?

Derived from internationally accepted standards, the World Justice Project s definition of the rule of law is a system in which the following four universal principles are upheld:

The government and its officials and agents as well as individuals and private entities are accountable under the law. The laws are clear, publicized, stable, and just; are applied evenly; and protect fundamental rights, including the security of persons and property. The process by which the laws are enacted, administered, and enforced is accessible, fair, and efficient. Justice is delivered timely by competent, ethical, and independent representatives and neutrals who are of sufficient number, have adequate resources, and reflect the makeup of the communities they serve.

These four universal principles are further developed in the following nine factors of the WJP Rule of Law Index. which measures how the rule of law ... Read more »

#Car Repossession Laws.

Most people who own a car rely on it for getting virtually everywhere they need to go. That may include school, church, the store, or to pick up the kids; but for most, it primarily includes work. Thus, when you are late on your car payments, it may seem terribly ironic that the bank wants to deprive you of the means of getting to work to pay them back faster, but that is exactly what could happen.

Whether leased or finance, your creditor has important rights to possession of the vehicle in the event of a default. These rights are established in both the lending documents signed at the time of purchase and in the laws of the state in which you live. Most commonly, when a buyer fails to make timely payments on a vehicle, the lender will have a contractual and statutory right to take possession of the vehicle without going to court or giving you advance warning. This is what is known by most as a �repossession.� Your creditor may also be able to ... Read more »

#U. S. Visa Law, Regulation, and Policy Basics

We welcome travelers from around the world coming as temporary visitors, or to immigrate to the United States, in accordance with U.S. immigration laws.

Laws Determine Immigration and Visa Policy

U.S. immigration laws enacted by Congress provide authority over immigration matters, including entry and exit of all travelers across the nation’s borders, determining who may enter, how long they may stay, and when they must leave. The Immigration and Naturalization Act (INA) in Title 8 of the United States Code, provides the foundation for immigration law, along with its amendments. Additionally, more recent immigration laws have an impact on visa processing, including, as examples, the USA Patriot Act of 2001 and the Enhanced Border Security and Visa Reform Act of 2002. Learn more about U.S. immigration laws and regulations .

Visa Processing Time Information

Recent changes in U.S. laws governing visa pol ... Read more »

#CBA British Columbia

The Dial-A-Law library is prepared by lawyers and gives practical information on many areas of law in British Columbia. Script 240 gives information only, not legal advice. If you have a legal problem or need legal advice, you should speak to a lawyer. For the name of a lawyer to consult, call Lawyer Referral at 604.687.3221 in the lower mainland or 1.800.663.1919 elsewhere in British Columbia.

What is defamation?

Defamation is communication about a person that tends to hurt the person s reputation. It causes the reader or listener to think less of the person. The communication must be made to other people, not just to the person it s about. If defamation is spoken, then it is called slander. If it is written, it is called libel. It can also be a gesture, which is a type of slander.

The law protects your reputation against defamation. If someone defames you, you can sue them for money (called damag ... Read more »

#Career in Law - Legal Career Strategies for Law Students

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Legal Career Strategy

Want to take your career to the next level? Here are 20 tips to advance your legal career.

So, you are considering a legal career but don't know where to begin. Here are eight tips for jump starting a career in the legal field, whether you are a student evaluating career opportunities or an experienced professional transitioning into the legal field.

Most law students and graduates aspire to be outstanding, not merely good, attorneys. And they learn that, although their employers will provide training, they bear ultimate responsibility for their own professional development. While learning the law is relatively straightforward, it is much harder to cultivate the other qualities and skills that lead to success.

If you�ve been working as a lawyer for a year or two, you�re probably starting to gain confidence in what you are doing. ... Read more »

#Chicago law firms

The Chicago office of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher Flom LLP, which opened in 1984, offers clients the combination of a global law firm s resources and an intimate understanding of how business is done in The City That Works.

Our office comprises 170 attorneys offering a variety of legal services to local, national and international clients doing business in the Midwest and around the globe, in areas including:

• mergers and acquisitions (negotiated and hostile), having worked on three of the five largest M&Amp;A deals involving Chicago companies in 2008 (Crain s Chicago Business );
• corporate restructuring advice to companies experiencing financial difficulties, purchasers of and investors in distressed companies, and lenders to and creditors of such companies on both high profile and middle market business reorganizations, debt restructurings and financing matters;financing transactions, including initial public offerings; ... Read more »

#Oregon Gun Laws - Purchase, Possession and Carrying

Charles Montaldo is a Private Detective who has worked in various areas of crime detection. Read more

Carry

It is unlawful to carry concealed upon the person or concealed about one’s person in a vehicle any firearm unless one has a license to carry a concealed weapon.

Exceptions to the above prohibition are:

Application for a license to carry a concealed weapon is made to the sheriff of a county who shall take fingerprints and a photograph and shall issue the person within 45 days of application a concealed handgun license if the person:

• Is a citizen of the U.S. or a legal resident alien who can document continuous residency in the county for at least six months and has declared in writing to the Immigration and Naturalization Service the intent to acquire citizenship status and can present proof of the written declaration to the sheriff at the time of application for the license.
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#Certificates, Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas - University of Cambridge Institute of Continuing Education

Postgraduate qualifications

Professional qualifications

Funding: bursaries and student loans

What our students say

Undergraduate Certificates

Certificate courses are taught part-time over one year (unless otherwise indicated), at first-year undergraduate level. Most are open to anyone with an interest in the subject, and you don't need any special qualifications to apply. Two Certificates in the same subject (where available) can be combined into an Undergraduate Certificate of Higher Education, equivalent to one year of full-time study.

The following additional subjects are likely to be offered in 2016:

Undergraduate Certificate in Genetics Undergraduate Certificate in Historic Environment Undergraduate Certificate in Philosophy

How to apply

Follow the links above to find out more abo ... Read more »

#Child Abuse Law.

What is Child Abuse Law?

Child abuse law provides the rules for holding individuals who harm children legally accountable for their actions. These laws are directed at parents, guardians, caretakers, and anyone else responsible for a child�s wellbeing. Child abuse is not limited to physical harm. Most child abuse statutes also include emotional harm, sexual abuse or exploitation, as well as acts or failures to act that result in an imminent risk of danger to the child. Allegations of child abuse can result in criminal charges and/or the initiation of a child neglect case in civil court. Statutes prohibiting child abuse have been enacted at the state and federal level.

Defending Against Criminal Charges

People are arrested on charges of child abuse every day in the United States. Many of these individuals did in fact cause harm to a child and deserve to be dealt with accordingly. However, others end up on the wrong side of the ... Read more »

#Child Abuse Protection Laws - Darkness to Light

Child abuse laws exist on the federal, state and local levels. Legislation serves to keep children free from exploitation, harm, and danger. The Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), passed by the federal government in 1974 and reauthorized in 2010 is the largest body of legislation with regard to the fair, ethical and legal treatment of children and is intended to keep them free from all forms of abuse including physical, sexual, emotional and psychological.

Federal laws provide standards and guidelines; however, most child abuse issues are governed by state laws and regulations. All states have enacted laws for the protection of children from abuse and neglect. Among the issues addressed in state law are mandatory reporting, responding to child abuse and neglect, and statutes of limitations for criminal and civil prosecution.

Mandatory Reporting

Mandatory reporter laws establish certain profess ... Read more »

#Child Custody between Unmarried Parents

Locate a Local Family Lawyer

Most Common Family Law Issues:

• Adoptions
• Guardianship
• Child Custody and Visitation
• Paternity
• Child Support
• Separations
• Divorce
• Spousal Support or Alimony

Child Custody Battle between Unmarried Parents

Unmarried parents face many of the same legal challenges as married parents when it comes to child custody issues. While child custody laws vary from state-to-state a major consideration will simply be whether you are the mother or the father of the child.

• Mother's Primary Right to Custody. The unmarried mother is presumed to have the primary or natural right to custody of children born when she is not married. Therefore, she has the legal right to custody, care, and control over the child and her rights are superior to those of the father or any other person. These rights ... Read more »

#Chicago Divorce Law Firms, Family Lawyers, Schiller DuCanto - Fleck, Practice Areas

Schiller DuCanto Fleck LLP's depth and breadth of expertise is unmatched among Chicago area family law firms. The areas in which we are preeminent include:

Family Law, Matrimonial Law, and Divorce

Chicago Family Lawyers With offices in downtown Chicago, Lake Forest and Wheaton. The terms Family Law, Matrimonial Law, and Divorce are sometimes used interchangeably; however, they are different. Family Law is a broad category that is not necessarily dependent upon a.

Appeals

No matter how thorough the trial preparation and how skilled the Illinois divorce lawyer, at times a party in a high-stakes case is dissatisfied with the results and wants to appeal. Trial judges are not perfect and can make mistakes; at other times, one of the parties refuses to accept the trial court s final decision. In either case.

Child Support

Illinois Child Support Lawy ... Read more »

#Chicago Employment Lawyers - Local Attorneys & Law Firms in Chicago, IL

Need help with an Employment matter?

You've come to the right place. If you are involved in an employment dispute or face an adverse action by your employer, an employment lawyer can help.

Employment lawyers protect the rights of employees and determine violations of federal and state anti-discrimination and harassment laws, and employment agreements.

Use FindLaw to hire a local employment lawyer who can help you recover from issues ranging from employment contract issues to sexual harassment.

Need an attorney in Chicago, Illinois?

FindLaw's Lawyer Directory is the largest online directory of attorneys.  Browse more than one million listings, covering everything from criminal defense to personal injury to estate planning.

Detailed law firm profiles have information like the firm's area of law, office location, office hours, and payment options. Attorney profiles ... Read more »

#Uk law

Legislation.gov.uk carries most types of UK Legislation. The list below is a complete breakdown of the types of legislation held on this site. From this page you can select any legislation type and continue browsing or you can hover over the map to see which legislation types are applicable to the geographical area you are interested in.

Impact Assessments

Browse map help

The UK parliament has power to make legislation for the whole of the UK. However, the parliaments and assemblies of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland all have powers to make certain types of legislation specific to their geographical areas. This interactive map and legislation list aims to show the different legislation types that may be applicable to different areas.

Draft Legislation help

Draft legislation is legislation that is awaiting approval. It generally either becomes law or in some cases is withdrawn. Also, sometimes draft legislation is replaced b ... Read more »

#Child Custody Laws - Statutes For All 50 States

By Jennifer Wolf. Single Parents Expert

Jennifer Wolf is a Certified Parent Coach and advocate for single moms and dads. Through her writing, speaking, and individual coaching, Jennifer aims to provide ongoing support and encouragement to solo parents around their most pressing challenges, including:

• Raising children without a partner
• Collaborating with a co-parent
• Being an active non-custodial parent
• Dealing with legal issues, such as child support, custody, and visitation
• Handing finances on your own, and
• Finding the time to take care of yourself

Read more

Each state has different child custody laws. Some states presume that parents have joint custody. while other states do not. In addition, some states presume that in the case of unmarried parents, the mother automatically has custody, while others expect single mothers to file for custody, e ... Read more »

#Child Neglect

Child neglect is a form of abuse in which the caregiver fails to provide for the child in some way that could result in physical, emotional, psychological, or even educational harm. When most people consider mistreatment of a child, they think of active abuse - the caregiver hurting or perhaps molesting the child - but neglect is basically passive abuse. For example, it would be neglect for a parent to leave her young children at home without food for an extended period of time.

Neglect is by far the most common form of child mistreatment in the United States In fact, 78.3% of child maltreatment victims suffered neglect, as compared to 18.3% who suffered physical abuse and 9.3% who suffered sexual abuse. It can be incredibly dangerous. Over 2,200 children in the United States died of abuse and neglect in 2012, and nearly 70% of those children died because of neglect. Surviving victims of neglect also experience many psychological issues over time, from attent ... Read more »

#Children and Family Justice Center: Bluhm Legal Clinic, Northwestern University School of Law

Founded in 1992, the Children and Family Justice Center (CFJC) is a comprehensive children's law office and part of the Bluhm Legal Clinic at Northwestern University School of Law. At the CFJC, attorneys and law students work together to promote justice for children, adolescents, and their families through direct legal representation, policy advocacy and law reform.

Providing access to justice for unrepresented youth is a core mission of the CFJC. Each year, CFJC faculty, staff and students represent young people on a wide range of matters, from delinquency to immigration and asylum to cases addressing harsh sentencing practices or the collateral consequences youth face after coming into contact with the law. Oftentimes, the CFJC gives its young clients access to a lawyer when they otherwise would not have one. More.

The Children and Family Justice Center is humbled to ann ... Read more »