These foundational or basic laws of states or organizations, guided by constitutional frameworks, are the bases for a cooperative give and take leading to peace and prosperity for all while at the same time ensuring the human rights of all members of that society.

Constitutional law is created through judicial interpretation of the constitution. Judicial review of the constitution by judges who study and construe the constitutional sections encompasses court decisions which create the body of constitutional law. This case law becomes the precedent for future cases.

In the United States. there are cases arising under the constitution, federal law, or a treaty. For example, when the United States is a party, there is usually sovereign immunity whereas the United States cannot be sued without its consent. Yet, there is no immunity where the action is beyond the scope of statutory power or the action is constitutionally void. When the suits are between a state and citize ... Read more »

Finished your degree but don t want to go into law? Or maybe you just don t want to pay all that money for the Legal Practice Course ?

Don t worry, there are still plenty of career options available.

Law looks good on any CV and employers know about all the hard work which must have gone into getting your diploma.

You re not really limited to any single career choice you can do all jobs which don t require a diploma or qualification in a certain subject.

But some career paths are more suited to law graduates because of 1) the skills needed or 2) the career has some use for your legal knowledge. Let s have a look at some of the best non law careers for law graduates:

Graduate recruitment can be pretty broad and involve any number of sectors. The application process will be lengthy and challenging; in fact it s a similar to the process you need to go through to get a training contract. You will need to firstly g ... Read more »

#Easiest and fastest way to do a divorce in Gwinnett?

Divorce / Separation Lawyer

Litigation Lawyer

If the two of you can agree you would be able to file an uncontested divorce. The Gwinnett Family Law Clinic has the forms for free (you can google them). If there are children it is a much more complex process with many more forms and spreadsheets.

If the two of you are not able to agree to the divorce then you will have to file a contested divorce. You may need an attorney to complete this process. Cobb County has a Pro Se divorce class for people who want to represent themselves in their divorce. It is a pilot project sponsored by the county bar and, I believe the only one in the state. I've taught it a few times and it's a good class. You can enroll even though your divorce may be filed in Gwinnett. The class will give you a feel for the process and what is involved in filing for divorce. The registration information is on the Cobb County Law Library web p ... Read more »

#Elder abuse laws

Elder financial abuse spans a broad spectrum of conduct, including:

• Taking money or property
• Forging an older person's signature
• Getting an older person to sign a deed, will, or power of attorney through deception, coercion, or undue influence
• Using the older person's property or possessions without permission
• Promising lifelong care in exchange for money or property and not following through on the promise
• Confidence crimes ( cons ) are the use of deception to gain victims' confidence
• Scams are fraudulent or deceptive acts
• Fraud is the use of deception, trickery, false pretence, or dishonest acts or statements for financial gain
• Telemarketing scams. Perpetrators call victims and use deception, scare tactics, or exaggerated claims to get them to send money. They may also make charges against victims' credit cards without authorization

Who are the perpetr ... Read more »

When conducting business, health care providers must navigate many complicated regulations, such as the federal physician self-referral prohibition (commonly known as the Stark law), the federal Anti-Kickback Statute, and myriad state fraud and abuse statutes that may or may not mirror the federal rules. Entrepreneurial health care businesses may be further restricted by corporate practice of medicine prohibitions, fee-splitting prohibitions, notice requirements, Medicare conditions of participation or certification requirements and billing rules (such as the Anti-Markup rule). At Wachler Associates, we have been helping providers navigate these difficult areas of the law for over 25 years. We have completed Stark and other regulatory analyses for many types of providers, such as group practices, hospitals, physician-hospital organizations, physician organizations, physician owned distributorships, equipment leasing companies and diagnostic testing facilities to name a few. Whatever ... Read more »

By Editorial Staff of FindLaw

Attorneys looking to start up a firm often look for the best furniture, equipment, and supplies available so as to impress their prospective clients once the office is open. However, lawyers just starting out their careers or making a clean, fresh transition from another practice may have to be more practical in their considerations. Whether furniture and other equipment is necessary, or more of a luxury, is a determination each lawyer will have to make in the context of their budget and past experience. In essence, this is one of the first of many business decisions that a lawyer must make. After all, a beautiful and impressive mahogany or cherry wood desk might not look very useful later on should you have to cut costs on other equipment which would have made your work product better and more efficient.

Furniture: A Necessary Expense ?

First of all, there's no question that any office needs furnit ... Read more »

#ELAW Spotlight

A new report published by the Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide concludes that courts in several countries are poised to pursue climate justice.

Some people are profiting enormously from damaging the climate, while others will bear the costs of that climate damage, says Jennifer Gleason, ELAW Staff Attorney.

Jen led a research team of ELAW partners from the United States, India, Ecuador, Brazil, Mexico, and Kenya to identify jurisdictions around the world where strong cases could be filed to hold corporations accountable for damaging the climate.

The report states:

The damage that humans are doing to the global climate may be one of the gravest injustices of all time . Many who will suffer the most are contributing almost nothing to the damage. The fundamental purpose of legal systems and courts is to prevent and remedy injustices, and we appreciate this opportunity to mobilize courts to prevent and remedy this grave injustic ... Read more »

Think your Car is a Lemon?  Read your State s lemon law to see how your State defines a Lemon, and whether your car and its repair history qualify.

Nearly all State Lemon Law Statutes are similar to the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act which makes breach of warranty a violation of federal law. All States have enacted their own Warranty Acts and many States have enacted specific Statutes that pertain to Automobile Warranties. If your car is not considered a lemon in your State, you do have other recourse.

Send copies of your repair records to: help@CarLemon.com

or FAX: 866-773-6152

No Cost. No Obligation.

The defect does not have to substantially impair the vehicle s use, value, or safety to be considered a lemon. If the paint is peeling, the light switch came out when you pulled on it, the car makes funny noises but otherwise drives just fine, you may still have a lemon. But if you ve found 10 things you just don t like abou ... Read more »

#Education Law

Education law involves a diverse range of issues from representing children with poor access to education to special education law to education reform. Lawyers in education law can work for local school districts where they deal with issues such as school governance, student records, collective bargaining and student discipline. Many lawyers who work in nonprofits and advocacy groups either represent children and families or focus on broader policy issues relating to educational reform via legislative and advocacy work.

Web Resources

• American Bar Center on Children and the Law provides a sampling of legal issues related to children and education.

Harvard Education Law Guide. describes different practice areas within education law, sample employers broken down by regions within the U.S. and narratives of alumni and their career paths.

#EEO: Antidiscrimination Law Information

Personnel actions affecting any term or condition of employment may not be based on an individual's:

• Age (40 years or more)
• Color
• Genetic Information (protected types)
• Disability (physical or mental)
• National Origin
• Race
• Religion
• Sex (including pregnancy and childbirth)

Personnel actions affecting any term or condition of employment may not be in reprisal for an individual's:

• Opposition to the types of employment discrimination (including harassment) listed above
• Participation in any stage the EEO process

For more information about your rights and responsibilities under EEO laws see the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s webpage at www.EEOC.gov .

Hostile Work Environment Discrimination (Harassment) is Prohibited

Employees may not be subjected to unwelcome conduct in the cou ... Read more »

#Elaws - FirstStep Poster Advisor

Welcome to the FirstStep Poster Advisor

This Advisor is designed to help employers comply with the poster requirements of several laws administered by the Department of Labor (DOL). These laws require employers to display official DOL posters where employees can readily observe them. DOL provides the posters at no cost to employers.

The Poster Advisor only provides information about Federal DOL poster requirements. You may want to contact your State Department of Labor to obtain information about your state's requirements.

The FirstStep Poster Advisor is one of a series of elaws (Employment Laws Assistance for Workers and Small Businesses) Advisors developed by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to help employers and employees understand their rights and responsibilities under federal employment laws. To view the entire list of elaws Advisors please visit the elaws website.

Begin FirstStep ... Read more »

So you want to be a lawyer? Well you?ve got to start somewhere and why not where there are helpful resources to put everything into perspective? Take a look at what some of America?s most respected universities have to say about the law school admissions test, application essays, curriculum choices for the pre-law student, and choosing law schools in general.

University of Richmond Pre-Law Handbook

This pre-law handbook for the 2002-2003 school year will introduce you to some facts about the legal profession, law school, and steps to take if you are an undergraduate student. Get important hints for applying to law school and learn myths and realities of a legal career.

Source:       University of Richmond

Complete Pre-Law Resources

Since it?s not affiliated with any particular college or pre-law program, this set of resources is very valuable. Get official information, law school rankings, and consultat ... Read more »

Law Internships

Located in San Francisco and established in 1998, the Habeas Corpus Resource Center is a judicial branch entity that provides direct legal representation to death row inmates in post-conviction proceedings in state and federal courts in California. Litigation of a capital appeal and habeas corpus proceeding is a complex and time-consuming undertaking. Counsel appointed to represent death-sentenced prisoners in the automatic appeals review extensive trial records, and research and prepare voluminous briefs based on state and federal statutory and constitutional law. The HCRC has an authorized staff of 86 people, including 34 attorneys.

Interns assist case teams in all facets of the representation of death row inmates in post-conviction proceedings. Knowledge of substantive and procedural legal principles of criminal and constitutional law, provisions of the United States and California Constitutions, and the rules of evidence and conduct of proceedin ... Read more »

#EEOC: Civil Rights Laws Bar Sexual Orientation Discrimination

EEOC: Civil Rights Laws Bar Sexual Orientation Discrimination

This is, as Joe Biden would say, a big fucking deal:

WASHINGTON — The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has ruled that existing civil rights law bars sexual orientation-based employment discrimination — a groundbreaking decision to advance legal protections for gay, lesbian, and bisexual workers.

“[A]llegations of discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation necessarily state a claim of discrimination on the basis of sex,” the commission concluded in a decision dated July 15.

The independent commission addressed the question of whether the ban on sex discrimination in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 bars anti-LGB discrimination in a complaint brought by a Florida-based air traffic control specialist against Transportation Sec. Anthony Foxx.

The ruling — approved by a 3-2 vote of the five- ... Read more »

#Paralegal Studies Program

Distinctive Education

Georgetown’s Paralegal Studies Program combines academic rigor with legal and technical competencies to develop well-rounded legal professionals. Currently the only paralegal program in D.C. approved by the American Bar Association—an important credential that gives students a competitive edge—Georgetown's program provides students with the tools they need to excel in the legal community.

Through a curriculum developed and taught by distinguished legal professionals, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the law—enabling endless career possibilities and placing them in high demand in a growing marketplace. Graduates of the program go on to pursue successful careers in legal, corporate, nonprofit, and government organizations, and many continue to law school.

Georgetown offers a part-time evening program, a summer intensive program, and continuing legal education courses for legal prof ... Read more »

With the passage of Arizona Senate Bill 1070 and its signing into law, the state of Arizona ushered in one of the toughest immigration laws in the United States at the time. This section contains information on a number of aspects of Arizona's sweeping legislation and rules related to individuals' immigration status. However, it is important to be aware of the relationship and tension between state and federal law when it comes to immigration. Below you will find information on any existing rules Arizona has regarding immigration checks by law enforcement, educational institutions, and employers, as well as the existence of E-Verify requirements, restrictions on public benefits based on an individual's immigration status, and more. However, many of these provisions have been challenged in court and may be subject to blocks on their enforcement.

Arizona was one of the first states to mandate that state law enforcement officers run checks on the immigration status of individua ... Read more »

#Eight Hallmarks of a TTT Law School

Urban Dictionary defines a third-tier toilet (TTT) as a “pejorative term for law schools that are not prestigious.” The definition goes on to explain that any school that fails to rank in the Top 14 is not prestigious. Which, by that definition, means that Harvard is not a TTT, but Vanderbilt is. As a result, the TTT label is applied liberally to a range of law programs.  (UD)

Since we’re not sure who makes this shit up—and since the label seems rather arbitrary—we made our own list of factors that indicate an institution is a TTT.

1 TTTroll Factory. Is your law school a thread on a law-oriented bulletin board?  If your law school produces so many comment trolls that your dean needs an RSS feed for sites like JDUnderground.com and AutoAdmit.com just to keep up with what dissatisfied alums are saying, it’s a safe bet that the school in question is a TTT.

2 BidirecTTTional. If your ... Read more »

#Election Law Article

All federal, state and local elections are conducted in accordance with the Constitution of Maryland and the Election Law Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland. Amendments to the Constitution are passed by the Maryland General Assembly and placed on the ballot in the next statewide general election. If the voters of Maryland approve the constitutional amendment, the change becomes part of the Constitution. The laws in the Election Law Article are passed by the Maryland General Assembly and signed by the Governor.

An online version of the Constitution of Maryland is available from Lexis-Nexis. The Constitution is the last link in the table of contents. Election-related provisions are found through the Constitution.

The Election Law Article is available in several different formats.

• You may purchase a binder with the Election Law Article and other relevant State laws that govern the conduct of elections in Maryland. This binder ... Read more »

At Gonzaga University School of Law, legal education goes beyond classroom learning. The academic, professional and social engagement of the faculty and staff at Gonzaga Law means that students have a chance to learn from experience. The new curriculum requires that students get on-the-ground experience in the law before graduation. Gonzaga Law has made a commitment to helping students succeed both during and after law school. Being a student at Gonzaga Law means being a part of a community that gives you the tools and support you need to be the change you wish to see in the world.

Legal study is an intense process of learning a new way of thinking. Ensuring that you re in a legal education program that fits your needs is important for a successful experience. At Gonzaga Law, all of our programs focus on a real-world legal education taught by exceptional faculty. For application information and program details, see each program s page:

The classic program of legal st ... Read more »

Massachusetts General Laws Annotated (MGLA) Chapter 90 §5 states:

General registrations; general registration number plates; eligibility

(a) The registrar may issue general registrations and general registration number plates in such form as he determines to any person engaged in the following occupations who meet the eligibility requirements stated in this chapter and the rules and regulations of the registry of motor vehicles:

1. manufacturer;
2. dealer;
3. repairman;
4. recreational vehicle and recreational trailer dealer;
5. boat and boat trailer dealer;
6. farmer;
7. owner-contractor;
8. transporter; and
9. person involved in the harvesting of forest products as defined by the regulations of the registry of motor vehicles.

(b) No person shall be eligible for a general registration and general registration number plates unless said person holds the necessary licen ... Read more »

#ELAS - HR Consultancy, Business Support, HR Consultants, HR Services, HR Solutions

We understand the ever-changing needs of business owners - and our commitment to evolve and meet these needs - has always remained at the heart of what we do.

Thanks to our ‘one step ahead’ approach, we offer business support all over the UK and Ireland with Employment Law, HR Consultancy Services, Health & Safety, Occupational Health, Health Surveillance, Food Safety, Payroll, DBS Checks, Training Courses, Absence Management and Intelligent Software HR Solutions.

We recognise that your business is unique, and so are the challenges you face - that’s why, rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach, we aim to provide solutions that specifically match your needs- giving you as much or as little support as you need.

Each service can be used independently or as part of a fully integrated system and our attentive, supportive and approachable experts are on hand 24 hours a day, seve ... Read more »

Copywrite laws are they to vague?

Hey guys

This is something of a serious note, any feedback to the following will be much appreciated. As a fan of any art, literature, and so forth I found this quite disturbing at the stupidity of some companies.

This letter comes from a fan site dedicated to creating Skins and Meshes involving Marvel characters for the game Freedom Force. What has come to my understanding is that anything a fan does that "distributes" copyrighted material in any form (Like our great Star Trek Mods) is infringing on the rights of the company.

Funny thing I thought Fans are supposed to love and support their favorite Icon, I guess all those Star Trek conventions are breaking the law. I feel a gnawing disgust at the moment.

(note, this letter has been edited to remove my mailing address)

MARVEL ENTERPRISES, INC.

June 9, 2003

Re: UNATHORIZED USE OF MARVEL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

ELI ... Read more »

#EKU Online™ Partially Online Paralegal Programs

At A Glance

Choose from three program options

What sets our program apart?

There is nothing distant about our distance education model. Our program can be tailored to your career goals and offers you the benefits of a personalized graduation plan that fits your life, courses that start every 8 weeks, and the ability to study any time, from anywhere.

• The EKU paralegal program is a respected charter member of the American Association for Paralegal Education (AAFPE).
• Our expert faculty are learner-focused and have extensive training in online education. All instructors hold a Juris Doctor (J.D.) or Ph.D.
• Dedicated academic advisor and individualized course mapping
• Unique and Intensive residency experience offering access to practicing attorneys, paralegals and judges, as well as opportunities to utilize the law library and courthouse vault.

When y ... Read more »

Individuals can earn bachelor's or master's degrees online through South University's professional degree programs. The courses and programs at South University are designed to give students the freedom to study when it is convenient for them. This allows students to maintain personal and professional commitments, including raising a family and working full-time. Students at South University will be able to maintain careers and raise families while attending South University. Courses can be completed every five weeks, allowing students to achieve their goals at a faster pace. Degree programs available at South University online, include criminal justice, nursing, business adminstration, MBA and health care administrations. Students who choose to go on and help a student move ahead in their career and learn how to be a team leader.

Students enrolled at South University Online are provided with academic advisors who will help students to make important life and career decision ... Read more »

Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)-Special Education

It is really very difficult to formulate strategies and statistical studies for the special education sector. The researchers have not been able to establish any concrete correlations between the education being provided to a special student and the exact outcome of it. The introduction of special education in the public schools has been criticized as the qualification requirement varies significantly from one education institute to another. Parents of students and critics often complain that other students might have to face certain risks if we include special students into regular class. Critics are of the opinion that placing regular students in the same classes as disabled students may decrease the educational progress of people with disability. Special education programs continue to be criticized by disability activists because they are still often differentiated from regular education programs.

special education l ... Read more »

#Eligibility Requirements - Osgoode Hall Law School

Academic Requirement

To be eligible for consideration, applicants must ordinarily have successfully completed a minimum of three full years at a recognized university in a program leading to a degree (equivalent of 90 credit hours of study).

We consider your cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) for all of your years of undergraduate study when reviewing your application. There is no minimum cumulative GPA required, however successful applicants generally have a GPA of an A- (3.7) or better.

Alternative to the Academic Requirement

We welcome applications from individuals who have demonstrated through the length and quality of their non-academic experience, an ability to successfully complete the JD Program.  Applicants who have not attended university or who will have completed less than 3 years of university as of June 1st of the year of admission are eligible to apply if:

1. They ar ... Read more »

In order for a Landlord to begin the eviction process, California law requires all persons residing in the property to be served with a Notice. If preparation or service of the notice is done incorrectly or not at all and the tenant raises it as a defense, the Court will dismiss the Landlord's complaint due to a procedural defect and the tenant will prevail at Court.

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A landlord who wants to terminate (end) a month-to-month tenancy can do so by properly serving a written eviction notice of 30, 60 or 90 days on the tenant. Generally, a 30 or 60 day notice doesn't have to state the landlord's reason for ending the tenancy.

A landlord can use a written 3-day notice (eviction notice) if the tenant has done any of the following:

• Failed to pay the rent.
• Violated any provision of the lease or rental agreement.
• Materially damaged the rental property ("committed waste").
• Substantially interfer ... Read more »

#Elder Law Answer Book, Third Edition

Details

Written by nationally-known elder law practitioners, Robert B. Fleming and Lisa Nachmias Davis, the Elder Law Answer Book gathers the most current legal, regulatory, and practice guidelines from the core topics of elder law. long-term care. estate planning. retirement planning. healthcare decision making. and rights of the elderly -- and presents this information in a thoroughly integrated, easy-access reference.

The all-new Third Edition of Elder Law Answer Book helps you render sound advice and give reliable guidance on:

• Medicaid and Long-Term Care Planning
• Estate Planning
• Probate and Trust Administration
• Special Needs Trusts
• Medicare
• And More!

Only Elder Law Answer Book delivers

• How-to explanations of the guiding rule ... Read more »

Overall, there are 23 federal laws that apply to real estate transactions. The following list is not an all inclusive list of the laws that may have an impact upon your real estate deal because depending upon the circumstances involved, there may be additional laws which could also apply to your situation. for example, if your real estate legal issue involves a bankruptcy. then there are specific bankruptcy laws that may apply. Nevertheless, the most common federal laws applicable to real estate deals include:

In 1974, Congress passed the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) and in , amended provisions under the Act became effective to include additional consumer protection provisions. Under RESPA, mortgage providers are required to provide real estate borrowers with more information regarding real estate settlement costs and disclosures of real estate interests terms. Also, under the Act, there is a Good Faith Estimate (GFE) provision to encourage shopping for sett ... Read more »

If you are the type who likes to work in the capacity of law, but however, not as a lawyer, then you can choose a different career for yourself. There are plenty of career opportunities that you can get based on your law degree, if you do not want to pursue the career of an attorney. This article lists down the alternative jobs with a law degree that you can land up with. So, what can you do with a law degree? Keep reading.

Professor

Becoming a professor is the best job that you can take up with the help of your law degree. You do not need to spend hours working at an office, you do not need to worry about trial dates. All you need to do is pass with a good grade in the bar, keep yourself updated with the latest news concerning various cases and trials, and keep yourself updated with the amendments made. A teaching job can work out to be a great career path for both, men and women.

Paralegal

Being a paralegal is another option that you c ... Read more »

#Employment contracts - Awards and agreements - Fair Work Ombudsman

An employment contract is an agreement between an employer and employee that sets out terms and conditions of employment. A contract can be in writing or verbal.

Can a contract provide for less than the legal minimums?

An employment contract cannot provide for less than the legal minimum set out in:

All employees are covered by the NES, regardless of whether they ve signed a contract. A contract can t make employees worse off than their minimum legal entitlements.

Getting help with employment contracts

We can give advice about the legal minimums in an employment contract. You will need to contact a lawyer for advice about any other terms and conditions in the contract.

Think a mistake might have been made about the legal minimums in a contract?

• figuring out if a mistake has been made
• talking to your employer or employee about fixing it ... Read more »

What is Employment Discrimination Law?

Employment discrimination law refers to federal and state laws that prohibit employers from treating workers differently based on certain attributes unrelated to job performance. Discrimination by government employers violates the constitutional guarantees of equal protection and due process. Discrimination by private employers may conflict with any number of statutory protections, most notably, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Not all classifications qualify for protection against discrimination in the workplace. Under current law, individuals are protected against discrimination based on race or skin color, national origin, genetic information (such as family medical history), gender or pregnancy, religion, disability, and age. In some cases, it is also illegal for employers to discriminate based on marital status, political affiliation, and sexual orientation.

Assuming a protected classification is in ... Read more »

Original Post

Mexico has stricter immigration laws than the United States of America.

(General Law on Population)

1999

• Mexico welcomes only foreigners who will be useful to Mexican society:

Foreigners are admitted into Mexico according to their possibilities of contributing to national progress. (Article 32)

Immigration officials must ensure that immigrants will be useful elements for the country and that they have the necessary funds for their sustenance and for their dependents. (Article 34)

Foreigners may be barred from the country if their presence upsets the equilibrium of the national demographics, when foreigners are deemed detrimental to economic or national interests, when they do not behave like good citizens in their own country, when they have broken Mexican laws, and when they are not found to be physically or mentally healthy. (Article 37)

The Secretary of Governan ... Read more »

#Employment jobs

Legal Advisor (Employment/General)

Liverpool City Centre Salary £33,000 to £39,176 Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a well performing, cross site team.

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Employment Lawyer

Basingstoke, Hampshire Competitive Lamb Brooks Solicitors

Lamb Brooks LLP is an established legal practice in Basingstoke, Hampshire, providing a comprehensive range

Civil Litigation/ Employment Solicitor

Employment Law Solicitor/ILEX

Consultant Solicitor / Lawyer - All Disciplines

London Up to 80% of fees Alexander Lyons Solutions

Our client has a unique business model designed specifically with lawyers in mind with the main purpose behind it to make them the perfect service.

Consultant Solicitor / Lawyer -All Disciplines

Nationwide Up to 80% of fees Alexander Lyons Solutions

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#Elder Law Lawyers - Compare Top Elder Law Attorneys

The Justia Lawyer Directory is a listing of lawyers, legal aid organizations, and pro bono legal service organizations. Whether you were injured, are accused of a crime, or are merely engaging in everyday affairs that affect your legal rights or property, an attorney can help you resolve problems or prevent new ones from arising.

Here are just a few situations where you might want to seek the advice of an attorney:

• You were injured in a car or truck accident
• You have been arrested and charged with a crime, such as DUI or shoplifting
• You are considering separating from your spouse
• You have been subjected to harassment or other discrimination at work

Use Justia to research and compare attorneys so that you can make an informed decision when you hire your counsel.

It is important to research an attorney before hiring him or her. Be sure to evaluate an attor ... Read more »

The London office of Vinson Elkins opened in 1971, making V E one of the first U.S.-based law firms to establish an office in the UK. In 1994, V E was one of the first U.S. firms to establish a multi-national partnership in order to practice English, as well as U.S. law. Our London office is primarily comprised of English solicitors and U.S. lawyers, although several of our lawyers are licensed in other jurisdictions as well.

From London, our lawyers represent many U.S. European, and other clients on matters throughout Europe and around the world. These matters include, for example: international energy transactions; project development and financing transactions, including energy, water, and other infrastructure projects; transnational mergers and acquisitions; corporate and securities advice; joint ventures and other strategic alliances; banking and finance; construction; licensing and distribution arrangements; employment matters; and litigation and arbitration.

L ... Read more »

Defamation Law falls under Tort Law. It refers to false statements about a person, communicated as fact to one or more other persons by an individual or entity (such as a person, newspaper, magazine, or political organization), which causes damage and does harm to the target?s reputation and/or standing in the community. Defamation is addressed primarily by state legislation. However, Constitutional Law may also apply, as the right of freedom of speech also extends to certain defamation claims. Defamation is categorized as either Slander or Libel.

The general harm caused by defamation is identified as being ridiculed, shamed, hated, scorned, belittled or held in contempt by others, and lowers him/her in esteem of a reasonably prudent person, due to the communication of the false statement. This tort can result in a lawsuit for damages. Many states have statutes requiring that the allegedly damaged party must first demand a printed retraction of the defam ... Read more »

#ENGARDE Attorneys at Law: dispute resolution and corporate

Welcome to ENGARDE Attorneys at Law !

ENGARDE Attorneys at Law is a Ukrainian law firm that delivers integrated dispute resolution and business law services. We know that you are seeking a law firm with attorneys who will listen to your concerns, understand your needs and help craft a practical business solution to your legal problem. We understand that you want measurable returns for your confidence in us, and that's why performing work in a cost-effective and timely manner is an imperative for all of our lawyers.

How we work

We are not, and do not strive to be the largest Ukrainian law firm measured by number of offices or lawyers. Our goal is to be the firm of choice for clients with respect to their most challenging legal issues, most significant business transactions and most critical disputes. The firm believes that effective representation of ... Read more »

Qualifying as a solicitor or barrister brings many individuals a massive sense of achievement. It can be potentially very rewarding.  However it s not the only career choice if you want to work in the legal sector.

There are loads of different jobs in the legal profession for individuals of varying academic backgrounds.

One thing s for sure though getting a job in law isn t easy. It s not just about getting good grades; you need lots of relevant work experience and need to have the right personality that firms look for in their employees.

On this portion of the site we will look at all the different legal careers and how to best go about getting a job in that role. See the bottom of the page for all of our articles including our How to range which cover several legal careers. Make sure you want a career in law!

All the potential legal based careers will be explained in detail, just look at the bottom of the page for t ... Read more »

Course availability is subject to change. Courses offered in both online and classroom environments are interchangeable; if both delivery options are available, you may choose either option.

To enroll, click on a course title above and choose a section. You may enroll in individual courses without registering for a certificate or program.

The prerequisites for the Certificate Program in Paralegal Studies include a high school diploma or equivalent, access to a computer that can connect to the Internet and basic word-processing and Web-search skills.

The curriculum for both hybrid and online certificate comprises 2 required courses and 4 electives for a total of 8 semester units (360 hours of instruction).

You must take all courses for a letter grade. To receive the certificate, you must maintain an overall minimum 2.0 grade point average (GPA), and no grade lower than C. A Certificate With Distinction will be awarded to those who complete the certific ... Read more »

If you have received a court summons for a repossession and have to go to court, you will have already experienced some of the legal language used to describe repossession law. This page lists all the legal terms surrounding repossession law to help you understand what it all means in plain English .

The date on which the case will first be heard in court.

A calling up notice may be sent to you if you have missed payments to your mortgage or secured loan and your lender is starting repossession proceedings.

The judge can decide to continue your case. This means that they will not make a decision on the day, but will fix another date for your case to call at court again. This could be to allow time for 1) you to get debt advice, 2) a cheque to clear, 3) you to make a payment.

This is the judges decision in favour of the defender or the pursuer. If your lender is asking to be allowed to repossess the property and decree ... Read more »

#Emanuel Law Outlines: Property, Eighth Edition: Steven L. Emanuel: 9781454809159: Books

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By Jacob Harris on January 5, 2015

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I got this because it was keyed to Dukeminier, but found it was also keyed to other textbooks as well. It is arranged purely in an outline format and I found it helpful for review. Most of the cases my class studied were covered by this outline. I will say, however, that I probably would have gone with the Gilbert's if I had to do it again- I had to borrow my classmates version when I came to a few of the stickier areas of the law. The Gilberts was more of a summary of the restatement, which just seemed to work better for my particular course.

I found that the Flashcards, made by the same company, were actually more useful. You can stare at an outline all you want, but you need to learn how to apply these rules in new situations. Your coursework and self-prepare ... Read more »

Fordham University (Fordham Law School)

Known as “the Friendly Law School” of New York City, Fordham University is an amiable oasis within the hustle and bustle of its hometown. While the curriculum is indisputably difficult, Fordham students are guided through the myriad challenges they face with the encouragement and support of the school’s accomplished faculty, who “are available, encouraging, incredibly knowledgeable of their subject matter, interesting, and personable. They take time and view students as people and individuals with whom

they are working.” Inside the classroom, Fordham professors are “genuinely enthusiastic about teaching” and “truly want their students to go beyond basic understanding of the law.” The overall effect is an “extremely challenging intellectual environment” that is

somehow “less mind-boggling” than its reputable name might suggest.

Resources at Fordham University include two scenic campuses in New York City an ... Read more »

#Emanuel Law Outlines

What is an Emanuel Law Outline?

An Emanuel Law Outline (ELO) is a summary of the law in a particular subject. All books in the series have been written or co-authored by Steve Emanuel himself. The outlines include references to major casebooks and cases, statutes, Restatements, and other bodies of law. They are designed to provide the student with the big picture in an area of the law, giving that student insights into how everything ties together.

Many of the titles, including Constitutional Law. Civil Procedure. and Criminal Procedure. are revised every year. Others are revised every couple of years to correspond to major changes in the law, to correspond to new casebook editions, and to add new cases.

The books are between 250 and 700 pages long depending on the subject area. All ELO series outlines except for Secured Transactions include a Capsule Summary, a 88- to 128-page summary of the main text ideal ... Read more »

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This is moreso for our Tumblr users that have full and part time jobs (because I literally NEVER see anything about about this kind of crap). Familiarize yourself with your physical working limits as well as your local working laws! While some companies are fantastic at minding labor laws, there are some instances where they will overlook, nitpick, and cut corners. Since I m in Canada, (specifically Alberta so these will be Alberta based), here s a small list of need-to-knows for working persons with links to government pages for more info. Even if you aren t from Alberta Canada, please consider skimming through the following and looking up the appropriate information for your area. ;

An employee is entitled to at least 30 minutes of rest (break) in each shift longer than five consecutive hours of work. That means if you shift is five hours or more, you are entitled to a half hour break. If y ... Read more »

Focused on Its Clients' Immigration Goals And Interests

Law office of Alena Shautsova is a boutique US immigration New York law firm that is focused on its clients' immigration goals and interests. Our New York lawyers are dedicated to provide the best short and long term solutions to every unique situation. Although US Immigration laws are equal for everybody, each client's story is different.

Our US immigration lawyers recognize that, making every step with our clients towards their dream. Whether it is a family sponsored petition, or a multi-million dollar business US immigration project that we are working on, every New York lawyer in our law firm is dedicated to pursue excellence, great customer service and corresponding results. The results we get for our clients are our best witnesses of the diligent work our New York lawyers do.

The best way to find immigration help is to reach our New York lawyers by phone 917 885 2261, schedule ... Read more »

"Exploring the 12 Spiritual rules of the Universe"

The Universal Laws of Attraction ,also referred to as Spiritual rules and the mandates of Nature, are very powerful and can open up a whole new world to you.

For those of you struggling with spirituality or for those of you wanting to grow richer in your spirituality, understanding these laws is crucial.

Below, I have laid out the 12 Laws of Attraction with short descriptions of each. If you would like to know more about any individual spiritual rule, simply click on the corresponding link.

I recommend reading each universal law carefully and start to visualize how these spiritual rules are at work currently in your life and how you can use these mandates of nature to create the life you want.

1. Law of Divine Oneness : The Mandate of Divine Oneness explains how we are all connected in someway. Everything we do, say or think is connected and effects all others and this vast universe we l ... Read more »

#Employment contracts

Employment contracts

Contract of employment or independent contractor

An "employee" is a worker who works for another in exchange for wages. There are other arrangements for the performance of work that look like employment contracts . but are treated as independent contracting arrangements, or contracts for the provision of services.

The contract under which an employee performs work is called a "contract of service". The contract under which an independent contractor performs work is called a "contract for services".

Independent contractors generally are not covered by statutory minimum standards, awards or workplace agreements made under the WRA or the FW Act (see "National Employment Standards ", "Awards " and "Workplace Agreements ", below). Independent contracting arrangements are widely used in the transport and building industries.

The courts have developed a series of tests for distinguishi ... Read more »

Scientific laws are repeatedly observed phenomena in nature that appear to be nearly universally true. Often times laws will be developed from and described by mathematical models of the phenomena in question. Laws are different from theories in that they are not designed to provide a causal framework in which to describe why a series of observations reliably occur but are rather merely descriptions of the observed phenomenon. Creationists often like to refer to scientific laws as the unimpeachable authority of science and often try and use such things as the Second Law of Thermodynamics to argue against evolution. This is, of course, a logical fallacy that relies on equivocation .

A posteriori laws are capable of being precisely mathematically analysed and described. They also permit the prediction of future events by extrapolation from past events or present circumstances.

A law of gravity will tell you that two objects will be attracted to each other ... Read more »

A person may file a complaint for divorce in any county in the state without meeting the 10-day requirement above if all of the following apply and are set forth in the complaint:

• The defendant was born in, or is a citizen of, a country other than the United States of America.
• The parties to the divorce action have a minor child or children.
• There is information that would allow the court to reasonably conclude that the minor child or children are at risk of being taken out of the United States of America and retained in another country by the defendant.

The Judicial Circuit Court in the county where the claimant or defendant resides. [Based on Michigan Revised Statutes - Section: 552.6]

The court shall enter a judgment dissolving the bonds of matrimony if evidence is presented in open court that there has been a breakdown in the marriage relationship to the extent that the objects of matrimony have been destroyed and there ... Read more »

#End of Web Design

Websites must tone down their individual appearance and distinct design in all ways:

• visual design
• terminology and labeling
• interaction design and workflow
• information architecture

These changes are driven by four different trends that all lead to the same conclusion:

1. Jakob's Law of the Internet User Experience

Users spend most of their time on other sites. This means that users prefer your site to work the same way as all the other sites they already know.

This Law is not even a future trend since it has been ruling the Web for several years. It has long been true that websites do more business the more standardized their design is. Think Yahoo and Amazon. Think "shopping cart" and the silly little icon. Think blue text links.

2. Mobile Internet

Mobility drives small screens (because they are the only ones that ca ... Read more »

Online law degrees are becoming more common as law schools struggle to accommodate an exploding number of enrollments. Instead students can study long distance from a wide range of accredited institutions across the nation for a Juris Doctor degree. Successful graduation from an online school allows graduates to take a bar examination in any jurisdiction just as it would for graduates of a conventional law school.

Flexibility

Following an online program allows for much flexibility than attending a traditional classroom. Whereas students may have to change their personal schedule to fit in with the requirements of the classroom, virtual classrooms allow for the student to work at their own pace; although they may still have deadlines for assignments to be completed, they can choose a time of day to study and work which fits in with their schedule.

Financial savings

Online schools are considerably cheaper than attending a bricks and mo ... Read more »

#Employment law: area of practice

Employment law is legislation heavy and solicitors need to keep abreast of frequent changes in legislation and case law.

Employment law is much more than just employment contracts. It is an area of law that requires strong interpersonal and communication skills in order to be able to advise companies on a day to day basis as to the running of their businesses and the interaction with their employees. The work is both contentious and non-contentious and advice given can cover anything from simple queries on disciplinary, sickness and absence issues to discrimination, strikes and industrial action, redundancies and restructuring, employment tribunal claims and High Court proceedings.

Employment tribunals

Depending on the firm, it is common for its employment clients to be either predominantly employers or predominantly employees 90 per cent of our work is for employers, albeit we do act for numerous high-net worth employees. ... Read more »

#Environmental Law and Other Jobs

Sunday, June 07, 2015

Fellowship: Ocean and Coastal Law Fellow (Univ. Mississippi Law School, deadline: rolling)

https://jobs.olemiss.edu/postings/7754

TO APPLY

Position: California Policy Advocate (Deadline. rolling)

http://earthjustice.org/about/jobs/32830/california-policy-advocate

The California Policy Advocate will be responsible for developing and implementing both legislative and administrative strategies in California, focusing primarily on clean air and clean energy, but also a broader array of environmental issues impacting California. The Policy Advocate will be a member of Earthjustice s California Regional Office and, ideally, will be based in Sacramento.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS

Develop and implement legislative and administrative strategies to advance our positions on environmental issues.

Directly lobby the California legislature, Governor s Offi ... Read more »

Petition for Forcible Entry and Detainer

Obtain a standard form seven day notice to quit. Maine law requires you to prepare a seven-day Notice To Quit before you initiate an eviction lawsuit. On the notice you insert the reason the tenant violated the lease. For example, if the tenant failed to pay rent, include that in the notice. Under Maine law the tenant must be at least seven days behind on rent to start the process with the notice. If the notice is for nonpayment of rent, it must contain this clause pursuant to Maine law:

"If you pay the amount of rent due as of the date of this notice before this notice expires, then this notice as it applies to rent arrearage is void."

If you prepare a notice for another lease violation, the tenant must vacate the premises within seven days or you file an eviction lawsuit.

Deliver the seven day notice to the tenant. Maine law requires that you make at least three good faith attempts to deliver the notice to th ... Read more »

If you've been accused of a serious crime, your chances of success may depend on your lawyer's ability to effectively navigate through the criminal justice system. The following is an overview of that system, along with answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.

Q: Should I talk to the police?

It's often in your best interests to avoid making a statement or signing anything. If the police are investigating you, you may or may not be aware of it. At some point, they may ask you to come into the station and give a statement. Instead of talking to the police, hire a criminal defense attorney. An attorney can intercede on your behalf, talk to detectives, and get valuable information which may result in charges not being filed. Most importantly, hiring an attorney will keep you from giving a statement that the District Attorney may ultimately use against you at trial.

Only if they have probable cause to believe you've committed the crime. Once ... Read more »

#Employment jobs

Employment / Litigation Solicitor

Basingstoke, Hampshire £35k-£45k DOE Judicial Review

A busy regional law firm currently seeks a Employment / Litigation Solicitor in Basingstoke.

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Employment Solicitor

Ashford, Kent £35k-£40k DOE Judicial Review

Employment Solicitor – Ashford - Kent Our client is one of the leading law firms in Kent with a number of offices and a major presence in East Kent.

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NQ Employment Solicitor, Manchester - Are you a NQ Employment Solicitor looking to secure a position at a highly reputable firm dedicated to helpin.

Employment Solicitor

England, Kent £40000 - £45000 per annum + commission Blue Pelican Group Ltd

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#Employment Solicitors - Lawyers in London Manchester - Cardiff

Employment Law Solicitors

Employment Solicitors at Slater and Gordon Lawyers

are independently top-ranked Lawyers that can work with you to find a solution, whatever the issue. To see what we can do for you call us 24/7 on freephone 0800 916 9060 or contact us online .

Slater and Gordon Lawyers are the No. 1 ranked employment law firm for individuals in Chambers Partners 2014.

Expert Employment Solicitors Contract Lawyers

Our large team of highly experienced and skilled Employment Solicitors based in London, Manchester and Cardiff are dedicated to providing prompt, practical and authoritative legal advice on employment law issues. We can provide immediate legal representation anywhere in the UK.

Our Employment Solicitors are experts in every aspect of employment law and are also specialists within individual practice areas, including Employment Lawyers that are nationally re ... Read more »

#Employment law

Employment law covers a vast area – from employment contracts to dismissal and everything in between. Many businesses find it worthwhile to use an employment lawyer or employment law service to help ensure that they stay within the law.

Complying with employment law keeps your workforce happier and more productive, and saves you the cost and stress of employment tribunal claims.

Employment contracts and statutory requirements

Every employee has a contract, whether it is in writing or not. As an employer, you are legally obliged to provide a written statement of the main terms and conditions. Changing the terms of the contract without the employee’s agreement can be a breach of contract.

Regardless of the contract, you must comply with minimum statutory requirements in terms of pay. hours of work and annual leave. These include the minimum wage, the working time regulations covering maximum working hours, and annual paid hol ... Read more »

#Employment Laws and Rules

Link to a variety of federal and state employment-related laws, including those administered by

the U. S. Department of Labor (USDOL). The USDOL Office of Compliance Assistance Policy offers help navigating USDOL employment laws and regulations.

Affirmative Action

Laws and regulations to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all individuals.

• USDOL Affirmative Action Overview. including the laws and regulations.
• Guidelines for Federal Contractors

Child Labor

COBRA (Health Coverage) The Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) establishes group health plans for workers who lose health benefits.

• USDOL Continuation of Health Coverage and COBRA Overview
• COBRA FAQs

Disability The Wagner-Peyser Act created a nationwide system that provides job seeker and employer labor exchange s ... Read more »

#Employment Opportunities

EPA s Office of General Counsel

The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is the chief legal advisor to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the federal agency with primary responsibility for implementing the nation s environmental laws. These laws include the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, the Toxic Substances Control Act, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act ( Superfund ).

OGC lawyers provide legal counsel to EPA policy-makers, thus providing critical input to rules, regulations, and guidance documents that are promulgated and issued to implement the Agency s statutory obligations. In addition, OGC attorneys shape national legislation affecting the environment, and address international law issues. Working with EPA headquarters and regional offices, OGC attorneys also ... Read more »

#Employment Law Job Vacancies at Co-operative Legal Services

In the current economic climate we see many unfortunate employees, who have employment difficulties ranging from claims of sexual harassment, equal pay and ‘whistle blowing’ to transfer of undertakings (TUPE), redundancy pay and unlawful deductions from wages. With our considerable expertise we can offer valuable advice and support to these people. Additionally, our legal experts provide specialist professional representation in Employment Tribunal claims for those who have been unfairly dismissed (including constructive or wrongful dismissal), or have suffered discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, race, religious belief, gender or sexual orientation.

Employment Law Specialist

Taking on a variety of cases from initial brief through to drafting procedures and representing claimants at employment tribunals, you will need good all-round knowledge of employment law, together with strong negotiati ... Read more »

#Employment Law LLM and Postgraduate Diploma by Distance Learning - University of Leicester

Key facts

• Mode: Distance learning
• Entry Requirements. Normally a first or good second class honours degree [preferably 2:1] or an equivalent professional qualification, coupled with suitable practical experience.
• Fees: LLM £7830,  Diploma £5480
• Application Deadline: 31 August, 2015
• Course Start Date: 25 September, 2015
• Course Length: 24 Months

Who is the Course for?

Those wishing to develop their professional interest in UK employment law and its development. Legal and HR/personnel practitioners wishing to expand their knowledge and context of employment law are particularly encouraged to apply. Recruitment is mainly from the United Kingdom, but includes overseas students requiring knowledge of United Kingdom employment law.

Self-study is central to d ... Read more »

Before we move onto explaining the law, I would like to ask you something. Have you ever wondered why individuals belonging to the same family or plant progeny, have similar characteristics? Why do offspring look similar to their parents? Well, most of you might be knowing the Mendelian inheritance or Mendelian genetics theory. It answers the above questions. Simply put, this is possible because of the transfer of genes or inherited traits, in humans and plants alike. Gregor Johann Mendel. a German monk, needs to be credited with this important discovery that he made in the 19th century.

Mendelian Genetics

To start with, all of us living things, including plants and microorganisms, have chromosomes, which carry factors responsible for various characteristics that we possess. These factors basically control the phenotype and genotype of that individual. For instance, a particular flower is red colored or a person is blue-eyed, because of the factor coding it, w ... Read more »

#Employment Opportunities

Explore Opportunities at South University

As a member of our faculty, you ll play a significant role in our students lives while pursuing your professional goals. We’ll put your experience to work so that you can deliver the best education experience possible to our students. You ll work within a professional, supportive environment with people who share your passion for teaching. In addition, you ll support our mission of providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social, and professional development of a diverse student population. To explore job opportunities at any of the South University locations, visit South University Jobs .

Online Faculty Positions

All positions allow individuals to work through online communication from their present location. Candidates must possess a master's degree and have previous teaching experience. For program-specific courses, some industry experience is preferred.

Previ ... Read more »

#Employment Lawyers - Employment Attorney and Law Firm Directory

Find Employment Lawyers by State

Employment Lawyers

If you are involved in an employment lawsuit, you should retain a qualified employment lawyer to protect your rights. Consulting with an employment lawyer can help you recover the money and compensation you deserve for the damages you have suffered.

Employment law can be very confusing and hiring an experienced employment lawyer might be the only way to obtain the results you deserve.

Some of the ways an Employment lawyer may be able to assist you include:

• Educating you on state and federal laws concerning employment-related matters
• Reviewing the merits of your complaint
• Advising you regarding the course of action you should take
• Advising you whether to settle your case or litigate in court
• Helping you protect yourself against additional employment dispute claims

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A bachelor degree is a postsecondary (or undergraduate) degree awarded to students who have completed a bachelor degree program. Most bachelor degrees can be earned within four years, though there are some accelerated programs that can be completed in as little as three years. Students who have already earned an associate degree may be able to complete the additional credits needed to earn a bachelor degree in two years of less.

Bachelor degrees are popular degrees amonng business students.

Where to Earn a Bachelor Degree in Business

A bachelor degree in business can be earned from almost any four-year college and university. The degree can be earned online or through an on-campus program. Although every business program is different, most schools require that students complete approximately 40 courses or 120 credit hours.

Reasons to Earn a Bachelor Degree in Business

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Problems in the workplace?

Employment law governs the relationship between workers and their employers. This law, contained in federal and state statutes, administrative regulations, and judicial decisions, specifies the rights and restrictions applicable to each party in the workplace.

This area of law regulates such issues as employee benefits, discipline, hiring, firing, leave, payroll, and health and safety in the workplace. It also encompasses non-compete agreements, retaliation, severance, unemployment compensation, pensions, whistle-blowing, worker classification, wage garnishment, work authorization for non-U.S. citizens, worker's compensation, and employee handbooks.

Both federal and state laws govern the relationship between employees and employers. Federal laws such as Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibit employers from discriminatin ... Read more »

#Employment Non-Discrimination Act

The Problem

Qualified, hardworking Americans are denied job opportunities, fired or otherwise discriminated against just because they are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender (LGBT). There is no federal law that consistently protects LGBT individuals from employment discrimination; there are no state laws in 29 states that explicitly prohibit discrimination based on sexual orientation, and in 32 states that do so based on gender identity. As a result, LGBT people face serious discrimination in employment, including being fired, being denied a promotion and experiencing harassment on the job.

What is the Employment Non-Discrimination Act?

The Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA) would provide basic protections against workplace discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. ENDA simply affords to all Americans basic employment protection from discrimination based on irrational prejudice. The b ... Read more »

When window tint is installed to the glazing of a vehicle it reduces the amount of visible light, how much depends on the darkness of the tint. Car window tint is graded in a % VLT (Visible Light Transmittance - the amount of light the film allows to pass through). Some companies grade the film as how much light the film blocks so 20% VLT could be that it allows 20% of light to pass through, however with another company if could allow 80% of light to pass through as the 20% is the amount of light it blocks, this confuses things and you should always check before installing film. In this article all percentages refer to the visible light transmittance (VLT).

Authorities in many countries and states have laws as to how dark you can tint your windows. This is because if the windows are tinted too dark you may not be able to see hazards clearly, especially at night, and also police may not be able to identify individuals inside a vehicle. In this article we have tried to compile ... Read more »

The law school is led by Dean Martha Minow. who assumed the role on July 1, . Each class in the three-year J.D. program has approximately 550 students. The first-year (1L) class is broken into seven sections of approximately 80 students who take most first-year classes together. Harvard Law has 246 faculty members. [ 3 ]

HLS has also educated a significant number of leaders and innovators in the business world. Business leaders counted among its graduates include the current Chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs. Lloyd Blankfein. current Chairman of the Board and majority owner of National Amusements. billionare Sumner Redstone. current President and CEO of TIAA-CREF. Roger W. Ferguson, Jr.. and current CEO of Delta Airlines. Gerald Grinstein. among many others.

Harvard Law School graduates have accounted for 568 judicial clerkships in the past three years, including one-quarter of all Supreme Court clerkships. More than 120 from the last five graduating classes have obt ... Read more »

#Equine Legal Solutions: Legal Counsel with Horse Sense. Call us toll free (866) 385-2972

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Is Your Liability Release Enforceable?

In this informative article. equine attorney Rachel Kosmal McCart discusses what she looks for when evaluating an equine liability release.

Equine Legal Solutions to Feature Reviews of Smartphone Equine Apps

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ELS recently posted a news article to our Facebook page about a Smartphone app developed by a veterinarian to help horse owners assess their horse’s health issues. The app is an observation based app powered by a knowledge base on everything from common problems to rare diseases. It includes lists of skills, how-to videos, veterinary diagnostics, diagnoses, and tr ... Read more »

We all depend on our cars for traveling and for many other purposes. Life without a car just seems impossible. But what if someone seizes your car and you can't take it back. In this case, understanding some laws regarding repossession would be a huge help.

Car repossession occurs when a person fails to pay the car payments that he/she owes to the creditor, and the creditor takes back the car. If you have bought your car on loan, and you are late with your payments, and you don't even have enough car insurance, your vehicle could be seized. Once you buy a vehicle on loan, your creditor has more rights on the car than you. If you don't make your monthly payments on time, the creditor has the full authority to take back your car without a warning or a court notice in advance. If you have fallen behind your monthly payments, then it is necessary for you to understand the various automobile repossession laws. The good news is that, there are some limitations that the creditor ha ... Read more »

The executive MBA differs from a traditional MBA in that it is geared for business professionals who already have several years of management experience. Therefore, the courses do not include the foundational business administration framework found in a standard MBA program. Instead, classes focus on processes, improved management strategies and direct application in the workplace.

An online Executive MBA is a rigorous graduate program that typically takes two years of study to complete. Because the program is geared toward full-time mid-level managers looking to move up the corporate ladder, few students complete the program faster, as many are enrolled part time and don t have room in their busy schedules for accelerated studies. The online Executive MBA provides students with a thorough business administration education in all major areas, such as accounting, finance, marketing, management, statistics, business law and ethics. However, instruction in these courses is tail ... Read more »

To obtain a Juris Doctor (JD) degree candidates must meet the academic requirements of Pace Law School and the residency requirements of the American Bar Association (ABA) and the New York Court of Appeals. For additional information, see Pace Law School’s academic policies .

Academic requirements

All required courses

The upper level writing requirement

The upper level skills requirement

No credit is given for any course for which a grade of F is received. Candidates must achieve a grade point average of at least 2.30 at the time of graduation to receive a JD degree. A candidate who has fulfilled the requisite number of credits but has not, at the time of graduation, achieved at least a 2.30 GPA will not receive a JD degree.

Certification by faculty 

The Faculty of the Pace University School of Law semiannually approves certification of those students who have completed all of ... Read more »

An MBA, or master’s degree in business administration, is a professional degree that equips students with the skills necessary to succeed in the world of business. Students in MBA programs learn about the practical realities of the business world as well as how to effectively apply that knowledge to improve a business’s brand image, employee satisfaction, and productivity. Read More

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Students in other master’s degree programs often come straight from their undergraduate degrees to continue their studies, but MBA programs often prefer those who have some practical experience in the business world. Most students in MBA programs, whether they study at online MBA schools or traditional campuses, are professionals who have already begun to establish themselves in the field of business. MBA students come from diverse backgrounds, ranging from supervisors and middle managers who have hit a ceiling in their professional development to vice presidents and exe ... Read more »

#Engineering Online, College of Engineering, North Carolina State University

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Since students first gathered in what is now Holladay Hall for NC State University s inaugural engineering class in 1889, the University has emerged as a national and global leader for engineering education and innovation.

As an accredited land grant institution, NC State University strives to serve the people of North Carolina and the world beyond. To further this mission, the College of Engineering established distance engineering programs in 1978. This division, now Engineering Online, eliminates the barriers of the physical campus and engages students around the world. By providing distance engineering and computer science courses for both academic credit and professional development, Engineering Online allows distance learners to remotely access the same quality education and academic resources available to on-campus students.

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Yale Law School is a community of commitment: commitment to world-class scholarship, to professional excellence, and to service for the greater good.  We are pleased that you are interested in joining our community.

Please make sure to visit our Admissions Blog. which answers questions about our J.D. admissions process, contains tips and advice for applicants, and provides information about events in and around New Haven.

Jump to the Office of Financial Aid

Cost of Attendance

Tuition for the - academic year is $52,400. An administrative and activities fee of $2,250 is also required.

Need-Based Financial Aid

Yale Law School’s financial aid policies and programs are designed to make it possible for students to pursue their legal education at Yale, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Approximately 75% of the student body received some form of financial aid for the - acad ... Read more »

Antitrust laws are designed to prohibit unfair business practices and to promote competition in the marketplace. Under antitrust laws, there are a number of practices that are considered illegal. These include price fixing. creating an illegal monopoly, geographic market allocation and bid rigging. Companies found guilty of violating antitrust laws can face stiff fines and company officials could face jail time for their part in breaking antitrust regulations.

Send your antitrust claim to a Lawyer who will review your claim at NO COST or obligation.

Antitrust laws were designed to protect economic freedom and promote competition in the marketplace. As such, companies that are found to behave in an anti-competitive manner may be guilty of antitrust. Actions that may constitute antitrust behavior include creating an illegal monopoly, illegally reducing competition, bid rigging, group boycotts, geographic market allocation and price fixing. Anti ... Read more »

Back in July, a Federal District Court Judge enjoined Arizona from enforcing the key provisions of its controversial immigration law, specially those that authorized local police to require suspected illegal immigrants to provide immigration papers even without a valid arrest. Today, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld that injunction in an appeal that the state had filed almost immediately after the decision:

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit has ruled that lower federal court judge was right in her decision to halt parts of Senate Bill 1070 from going into effect last year.

The ruling comes almost a year after Gov. Jan Brewer signed the nation s toughest immigration law into effect and five months after the appeals court was asked to consider overturning the injunction issued by U.S. District Court Judge Susan Bolton in the lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice.

The original lawsuit challenges the constitutionality of SB 1070, ar ... Read more »

#Environmental Law Center

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Vermont Law School has the largest and deepest environmental program of any law school, and the Environmental Law Center (ELC) is where faculty, students, and advocates gather to work.

Founded in 1978, the ELC serves as the hub for a wide-range of activities, including classes, faculty, research centers and institutes, conferences, lectures, and other special programs. All of these activities contribute significantly to consistently high ranking which Vermont Law receives from U.S. News World Report for environmental law. Over the past 24 years, Vermont Law has earned 17 top rankings and never ranked lower than No. 2. Vermont Law has been the top-ranked law school for environmental law for an unprece​​dented six consecutive years, including 2014-2015.

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#Pareto s Principle - The 80-20 Rule

What It Means

Project Managers know that 20 percent of the work (the first 10 percent and the last 10 percent) consume 80 percent of your time and resources. You can apply the 80/20 Rule to almost anything, from the science of management to the physical world.

You know 20 percent of your stock takes up 80 percent of your warehouse space and that 80 percent of your stock comes from 20 percent of your suppliers. Also 80 percent of your sales will come from 20 percent of your sales staff. 20 percent of your staff will cause 80 percent of your problems, but another 20 percent of your staff will provide 80 percent of your production. It works both ways.

How It Can Help You

The value of the Pareto Principle for a manager is that it reminds you to focus on the 20 percent that matters. Of the things you do during your day, only 20 percent really matter. Those 20 percent produce 80 percent of your results. Identify and ... Read more »

Provides information on a law degree including what do lawyers do, educational requirements and specializations.

When we think about people who have law degrees, we envision lawyers arguing cases in courtrooms full of drama and publicity, grilling witnesses and arguing with the judge. In reality, most lawyers, or attorneys, rarely see the inside of a courtroom, and those that do are typically involved in more common court proceedings such as DWI (driving while intoxicated and theft cases. For every hour spent in the courtroom, many more are spent doing research, conducting interviews, or writing documents in preparation for litigation. Being an attorney requires excellent communication skills, but it also involves a great deal of paperwork and red tape. Some people with a law degree don t practice law at all. A law degree opens many doors in the legal field.

In its most basic sense, the law is the rules and regulations included in our constitution and legal codes. Th ... Read more »

Prospective Students  | Law School | Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt Law School offers a range of joint-degree programs in conjunction with other graduate schools at Vanderbilt University. Joint-degree programs require that prospective students apply separately to and be admitted to each school independently, and financial aid is awarded and administered by each school separately. The exception to that rule is Law Economics, which has a unified admission process and where students receive full fellowship support covering full tuition and stipend for both degrees.

The joint-degree program is designed to be completed in six years. Students pursue a Ph.D. in law and economics and a J.D. concurrently in a fully integrated law and economics curriculum and are fully funded by a competitive package of full fellowship support covering full tuition and stipend for both degrees.

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#EUROPA - Intellectual property rights: protection - helpdesk - Your Europe

Protect your business ideas!

If you have a great, innovative idea, which you hope will transform your business, you should consider protecting it as your intellectual property (IP) before announcing it to the world! Great ideas are only of value if you can legally claim them as your own.

What is intellectual property?

Intellectual property consists of products, work or processes that you have created and which give you a competitive advantage.

There are 3 subcategories:

Industrial property. inventions (patents), trademarks, industrial designs, new varieties of plants and geographic indications of origin Artistic work protected by copyright. original literary and artistic works, music, television broadcasting, software, databases, architectural designs, advertising creations and multimedia Commercial strategies ... Read more »

#Environmental and Energy Law

LLM/JSD

The Big Picture

The specialized LLM in Environmental and Energy Law is designed for foreign-trained and US lawyers interested in careers in environmental, land use, and energy law. Individuals who aim to work for governments, international organizations, or NGOs; who aspire to cutting edge private practice with law firms; or who will pursue academic careers, study with leading experts in these areas. Each year students in the program form a close community that enjoys the benefits of being a distinct cohort within the larger student body.

NYU is the leading institution in environmental and land use law among the top American law schools. Our faculty have established reputations for path-breaking research and scholarship that has driven policy formation in the United States on issues such as climate change, air pollution, and housing and urban development. These professors also direct 3 separate research in ... Read more »

With the variety of problems and issues that can arise in a diverse workplace, employment lawyers, also called Employment Benefits Lawyers, play a key role assisting both employees and employers alike. There are federal, state and local employment laws in place to assure fair treatment for employees. Due to the existence of these numerous employment laws, employment lawyers typically specialize in only a few areas.

Employees are fortunate today to have these protective laws in place. Labor rights have been developing since the nineteenth century after the Industrial Revolution. Americans today may take these rights for granted. But employment lawyers are experts in the field who seek to uphold them.

An employment lawyers must have a Juris Doctorate degree.В  It is preferable and may even be required by employers to have a diploma from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association. They must also maintain a valid attorney s license in that state.

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#Environmental laws

EPA is called a regulatory agency because Congress authorizes us to write regulations that explain the technical, operational, and legal details necessary to implement laws. Regulations are mandatory requirements that can apply to individuals, businesses, state or local governments, non-profit institutions, or others.

More Information

We provide a number of tools for you to keep track of and participate in the development of new EPA regulations, and to learn how to comply with existing regulations.

Find regulations

Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR)

Regulations are codified annually in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). Title 40: Protection of Environment is the section of the CFR that deals with EPA's mission of protecting human health and the environment.

• The CFR is available from FDSys.
  • Please note, Title 40 is typically not updated until July of the current  ... Read more »

#ETSI - Lawful Interception

As a legally sanctioned official access to private communications, Lawful Interception is a security process in which a service provider or network operator collects and provides law enforcement officials with intercepted communications of private individuals or organizations.

Lawful Interception (LI) implementation is required by the European Union International User Requirements 19951 which allows for LI to prevent crime, including fraud and terrorism.

The ETSI specifications are now in use in other countries that require the Lawful Interception of telecommunications.

1. Official Journal C 329. 04/11/1996 p. 0001 - 0006 Council Resolution of 17 January 1995 on the lawful interception of telecommunications

ETSI technical committee Lawful Interception (LI) covers the whole spectrum of interception aspects working closely with other ETSI committees and with the 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP™).

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You can't believe it. The new car you bought makes an atrocious knocking noise when you drive it, and the dealer's mechanic can't seem to find the problem. Do you have to just bite the bullet and buy a lifetime supply of earplugs?

Fortunately, you do have recourse. New York has laws to protect you in case a dealer sells you a "lemon"?a car that is unsafe, inefficient, or riddled with defects.

New York's New Car Lemon Law compels the manufacturer of such a car to make the necessary repairs (usually through the dealer that sold it), refund your money, or replace the vehicle. The law is limited to cars used primarily for personal use and does not cover motorcycles, ATVs, or the living quarters of an RV. A car is covered under the New Car Lemon Law if all of the following apply:

It was covered under a manufacturer's warranty when it was originally delivered to its first buyer. It was bought, leased, or transferred in the state of New York within the vehicle's f ... Read more »

Studying for a degree in Law online or by distance learning offers a flexible route into an industry that offers great starting salaries, employment opportunities and job satisfaction. Learn at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home whilst achieving an internationally recognised qualification. There are many different law qualifications you can achieve through distance learning, in this article we look at the most popular.

See our other guide for non-distance learning postgraduate Law degrees .

Aimed at graduates of non-law degrees, the Graduate Diploma in Law, or GDL is the stepping stone to becoming a law professional in the UK. By studying for the GDL online, you gain access to all the required information and course materials 24-hours a day and can fit the GDL around any other work or family commitments you may have. Most courses run for two-years and are designed to give you the training you require to convert to a career in law. Whilst the course conten ... Read more »

Being injured in an auto accident is a traumatic experience. During this period of distress you are wise to seek the aid of a personal injury attorney who represents victims injured in car accidents. With a lawyer that is knowledgeable in this practice area, you will have a much greater chance of receiving a fair settlement. Without a qualified personal injury lawyer you can normally expect to receive a fraction of what would be a maximum or fair amount of compensation. Insurance companies are intent to give you as little compensation for your injury claims as possible. Anyone who seeks money for injuries that arise from an auto collision is advised to seek the help of a dedicated legal advocate. Tate Law Offices has a long record of helping victims collect compensation, and attorney Tim Tate of Tate Law Offices has been named by D Magazine as one of the "Best Personal Injury Lawyers in Dallas" in & . He is also a life member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum, where he is ... Read more »

#Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees - European Commission

The information on this page concerns Higher Education Institutions only. If you are a student or scholar looking for individual scholarships, please visit our Scholarships page .

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees (EMJMDs) build on the success of Erasmus Mundus Masters Courses (EMMCs) and aim to:

• Foster excellence, innovation, and internationalisation in Higher Education Institutions
• Boost the attractiveness of the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and support the EU's external action in the field of higher education
• Improve the level of competences and skills of Master graduates, and their employability

EMJMDs are highly integrated study programmes that are delivered by an international consortium of Higher Education Institutions. Where relevant, the consortium can also include other educatio ... Read more »

The outgoing Editorial Board of the National Security Law Journal is excited to announce the new Editorial Board for the 2015-2016 academic year. Congratulations to all of the new editors and members:

• Editor-in-Chief:   Rick Myers
• Executive Editor:   Sean Murphy
• Managing Editor:   Lynzi Maas
• Articles Selection Senior Notes Editor:   Molly Picard
• Senior Articles Editor:   Kevin Misener
• Senior Research Editor:   Stephen Jackson
• Symposium Notes Editor:   Kirstin Riesbeck
• Articles Editors:   Sarish Khan Dillon Emmanuel
• Research Editor:   Zachary Deubler
• Members:   Sid Das, Abhi Mehta, Kelly Snyder, and Jennifer Zielonis

These editors will play an important role in shaping the future success of the National Security Law Journal.  The outgoing Board extends its gratitude to these mem ... Read more »

#Parody copyright laws set to come into effect - BBC News

Changes to UK legislation are to come into force later this week allowing the parody of copyright works.

Under current rules, there has been a risk of being sued for breach of copyright if clips of films, TV shows or songs were used without consent.

But the European Copyright Directive will allow the use of the material so long as it is fair and does not compete with the original version.

The law will come into effect on 1 October.

Owners of the copyrighted works will only be able to sue if the parody conveys a discriminatory message.

It would then be down to a judge to decide if the parody is funny.

"The only, and essential, characteristics of parody are, on the one hand, to evoke an existing work while being noticeably different from it and, on the other, to constitute an expression of humour or mockery," the EU rules state.

"If a parody conveys a discriminatory messa ... Read more »

*click here   for more information on how to arrange a NACLE student exchange with Suffolk University Law School

Suffolk is located next to the Boston Common and Beacon Hill as well as the T subway system, which provides access to all of Boston's neighborhoods and beyond.  Weekend destinations range from the beaches of Martha's Vineyard to the scenic Berkshires to the mountains of New Hampshire. www.cityofboston.gov/

U.S. News and World Report’s Top 25:

•TOP 25: The Clinical Program has ranked among the nation's Top 25 for five years in a row (U.S. News).

•TOP 20: The Legal Writing Program has ranked among the Top 20 in the nation (U.S. News) for four years straight.

• TOP 18: The Dispute Resolution (Mediation/Arbitration) program is ranked 18th in the nation.

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#Executive LLM in Tax

Executive LLM in Tax

You can be part of the most prestigious graduate tax program—from anywhere in the world.

For more than 65 years, the NYU Law Graduate Tax Program has been the preeminent program of its kind, offering dozens of courses taught by the country’s most respected academics and leading practitioners. Until recently, to be part of this extraordinary program — and join a network of more than 10,000 alumni — you had to be able to come to Greenwich Village to study for a year or more.

But now qualified students are no longer limited by location. NYU Law's innovative Executive LLM program, which uses a cutting-edge online video system, offers them the opportunity to take many of the same courses and have the same high quality educational experiences as on-campus NYU Law tax students.

Why the Executive LLM?

Flexibility

In most semesters, more than a dozen different online courses are offered ... Read more »

#Equine Legal Solutions - About Us

For clients with specialized needs, ELS drafts customized contracts tailored to individual situations. ELS is proud to offer this service at a fixed price of just $750 (or by the hour, whichever is cheaper), which includes up to two drafts and all attorney consulting time. For clients who have purchased one of ELS’ form contracts and later need customization, ELS is always happy to credit the equine forms purchase price toward the customized equine contract.

Incorporation and LLC Formation

ELS advises its clients to incorporate or form a limited liability company for their businesses. Among other benefits, operating an equine business as a corporation or limited liability company can help protect the business owners’ personal assets from liability. To make the process affordable for its clients, ELS offers incorporation or LLC formation for a fixed price of $1,500, plus expenses.

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International Law. unlike most other areas of law, has no defined area or governing body, but instead refers to the many and varied laws, rules and customs which govern, impact and deal with the legal interactions between different nations, their governments, businesses and organizations, to include their rights and responsibilities in these dealings.

The immense body that makes up international law encompasses a piecemeal collection of international customs; agreements; treaties; accords, charters (i.e. the United Nations Charter); protocols; tribunals; memorandums; legal precedents of the International Court of Justice (aka World Court) and more. Without a unique governing, enforcing entity, international law is a largely voluntary endeavor, wherein the power of enforcement only exists when the parties consent to adhere to and abide by an agreement.

Due to the diverse legal systems and applicable histories of different countries, laws addressing internationa ... Read more »

#Estate Planning

estate planning: an overview

Estate planning is the process by which an individual or family arranges the transfer of assets in anticipation of death. An estate plan aims to preserve the maximum amount of wealth possible for the intended beneficiaries and flexibility for the individual prior to death. A major concern for drafters of estate plans is federal and state tax law.

An estate is the total property, real and personal, owned by an individual prior to distribution through a trust or will. Real property is real estate and personal property includes everything else, for example cars, household items, and bank accounts. Estate planning distributes the real and personal property to an individual's heirs.

Wills and trusts are common ways in which individuals dispose of their wealth. (See Estates and Trusts ). Trusts, unlike wills, have the benefit of avoiding probate, a lengthy and costly legal process that oversees the transfer of ... Read more »