#Australian senate passes controversial anti-piracy, website-blocking laws

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Piracy websites will soon be blocked in Australia.

In the eyes of at least one intellectual property academic, the passing of controversial anti-piracy website-blocking legislation in the senate on Monday night represented a very dark day for the internet in Australia .

But for the film and TV industry, which has been battling online piracy at record levels, it was a watershed moment. Finally they could seek a remedy in the courts to block access to sites offering their content for free.

The Copyright Amendment (Online Infringement) Bill 2015, introduced into parliament by Communications Minister Malcolm Turnbull in March to curb online piracy of film and TV shows, passed with the Coalition and Labor's support 37-13.

The senate votes for the Copyright Amendment (Online Infringement) Bill 2015.

The Australian Greens opposed it, as d ... Read more »

Horrendous as it sounds, it s true: child abuse has become a business – an industry of sorts – that actually pays states to legally abduct your children and put them up for adoption!

Even more unbelievable is that, instead of pumping the money back into child protective service programs, some states actually are putting it into their general funds to help balance their budgets.

A number of groups have tried to reform this shady practice. but it was a California politician who caught media attention this past summer, when he said that, if elected, he would expose how local governments were amassing billions of dollars in annual reimbursements, in exchange for what amounted to legal abduction of children.

Most people are not aware of how much profit many of these services provide the county, John Van Doorn told a San Diego newspaper .  These profits are hard to ignore and even more difficult to pass up.

Counties can bring in thou ... Read more »

#B. C. to pass 25-year LNG law, but industry wants more

The U.S.-based Dominion Energy's Cove Point LNG Terminal is shown in Lusby, Md. in this June 12, 2014 file photo. (AP / Cliff Owen)

Dirk Meissner, The Canadian Press

Published Sunday, July 19, 2015 7:22AM EDT

VICTORIA -- A liquefied natural gas industry: the British Columbia government fought an election on it, launched an extraordinary summer legislative session and made financial concessions, but it still isn't enough for the companies that want even lower taxes and have expressed concerns over the availability of workers.

The Liberal government's LNG dream is expected to move towards reality this week when a bill is adopted for a 25-year agreement on what could be B.C.'s first LNG plant.

B.C.'s politicians were recalled this month to debate and pass a single piece of legislation that aims to provide certainty to LNG investors and revenues to the province.

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#Auto lemon law

Abandoned Vehicles on Private Property

C.R.S. 42-4-2102(1). An abandoned motor vehicle is defined as:

• Any motor vehicle left unattended on private property for a period of 24 hours, or longer or for such other period as may be established by local ordinance, without the consent of the owner or lessee of such property or the owner’s or lessee’s legally authorized agent.
• Any motor vehicle stored in an impound lot at the request of its owner or the owner’s agent and not removed from the impound lot according to the agreement with the owner or agent.
• Any motor vehicle that is left on private property without the property owner’s consent, towed at the request of the property owner, and not removed from the impound lot by the vehicle owner within 48 hours.

Property owners should contact their local law enforcement agency having jurisdiction over the private property where the motor vehicle has been abandoned.

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Biology is the study of living things, from single cells to complex organisms and their habitats and life processes. Earning an online biology degree can be a starting point for students looking to become laboratory technicians, teachers. researchers, zoologists, doctors, and veterinarians. Admission to undergraduate and graduate online biology programs is generally the same as any other program; undergraduate programs require high school diplomas, while graduate programs require bachelor s degrees. Graduate programs also prefer students to have some formal research experience.

Students who are researching biology programs are encouraged to choose a school that is accredited by a reputable accrediting agency. Accreditation indicates that the school has been thoroughly evaluated and that it is recognized by the US Department of Education. The Council for Higher Education Accreditation provides a database of agencies and accredited schools that meet quality standards. Read Mor ... Read more »

#Automotive Window Film State Law Charts - International Window Film Association

Explanation of the State Law Summary Chart

The summary chart of state aftermarket tint law information is not a legal document.It is the result of independent research, using several sources of public state documents. Window tinting laws vary from state to state and province to province. Before applying any window tinting materials, installers should thoroughly review the appropriate state regulations as well as local enforcement policies to insure compliance with all applicable standards.

FilmVLT%: Refers to the film itself

Net VLT%: Refers to the combined film glass

Vague: The language of the law is unclear, legislative intent is unclear, or interpretation is uncertain.

Windshield: Presumably, NR tinting is permitted above the AS-1 line. If the law specifies only the AS-1 line, AS-1 appears. ... Read more »

Search On Divorce Laws in India

Either party to the marriage may present a petition for divorce under cl. (i) of sub-sec. (1) of s. 13, on the ground of adultery of the respondent. The expression 'living in adultery' used in old s. 13(I)(i) meant a continuous course of adulterous life as distinguished from one or two lapses from virtue. It would not be in consonance with the intention of the Legislature to put too narrow and too circumscribed a construction upon the words 'is living' in (old) cl. (i) of sub-sec. (1) of s. 13 of the Act. On the other hand, it was clear that too loose a construction must also not be put on these words. For attracting the operation of these words, it would not be enough if the spouse was living in adultery sometime in the past, but had seceded from such life for an appreciable duration extending to the filing of the petition. It is not possible to lay down a hard and fast rule about it since the decision of each case must depend upon its own me ... Read more »

#Auto Fraud – Lemon Law – Lemon Cars – Lemon Law Attorneys

Lemon Law

State lemon laws have been created to protect consumers when they have purchased a defective vehicle. Typically, a lemon law requires a manufacturer to provide a refund or replacement for a defective new vehicle that is not repaired within a reasonable number of attempts. Most such laws provide for refund or replacement when a substantial defect cannot be fixed in four tries or a safety defect within two tries, or the auto is out of service for 30 days, within the first 12-18,000 miles/12-24 months.

Beyond state lemon laws, a consumer has the right to a refund or replacement of a lemon vehicle under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). The main difference is that the UCC law does not define a lemon, so it i up to a court to decide if an auto company must give you a refund or a new car. The federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act provides for the award of attorney fees from the manufacturer if you have t ... Read more »

Human Rights are the basic rights and freedoms to which all human beings are entitled, like civil and political rights, the right to life and liberty, freedom of thought and speech/expression, equality before the law, social, cultural and economic rights, the right to food, the right to work, and the right to education. In short, human rights are freedoms established by custom or international agreement that protect the interests of humans and the conduct of governments in every nation.

Human rights are distinct from civil liberties, which are freedoms established by the law of a particular state and applied by that state in its own jurisdiction.

Human rights laws have been defined by international conventions, by treaties, and by organizations, particularly the United Nations. These laws prohibit practices such as torture, slavery, summary execution without trial, and arbitrary detention or exile. Many human rights are secured by agreements between the govern ... Read more »

Temple University (Beasley School of Law)

At Temple, we believe that some things just have to be learned by doing. You can t learn to ride a bicycle by reading a manual, you can t learn how to be a lawyer by watching even the best of lawyers, and you can t improve if mistakes are only imagined. At Temple, students don t just read, watch, or imagine. They do that and more-they do the work of attorneys. It sounds simple but it works.

Temple University s Beasley School of Law offers a different kind of law school experience: a Real World, Real Law experience that incorporates academic and practical applications of legal study into rigorous classroom experiences.

Temple s faculty is comprised of a distinguished group of experienced attorneys who are continually recognized throughout the world as legal experts. Their advice and commentary is sought on issues ranging from organized crime to the stock market to e-commerce. Temple s faculty continually develop ... Read more »

Admission is made strictly on the basis of merit as assessed through Common Law Admission Test (CLAT) conducted each year. [ 2 ] The Undergraduate test paper covers the following subjects: (i) English including Comprehension (ii) General Knowledge/Current Affairs (iii) Elementary Mathematics(Numerical ability) (iv) Legal Aptitude Logical Reasoning.

The Post-graduate test paper covers the following subject areas:Law of Contracts, Law of Torts, Family Law, Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Legal Theory. [ 3 ]

The Old HNLU building (Academic block)

Previously, the University ran from a classical heritage building adjacent to the Raj Bhawan in the heart of the city. From the academic session -, the University has started functioning in the newly constructed campus at village Uperwara, about 22 km from the City Campus. The sprawling new campus is built over 65 acres of land abutting a beautiful lake and is located in a serene and pollution free environment. The ... Read more »

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Some law schools, such as the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Michigan, ask you to write a short statement (in addition to a personal statement) detailing why you wish to attend their school. You should consider this a question you need to answer in all of your applications. It is harder than ever to be accepted to law school, and tailoring each application has become the practice of the most serious candidates. Tailoring your statement helps you connect with the people reading your application. It demonstrates that you want to be part of their program specifically. If you send the same statement to eight schools, you are sending the message that they have to want you and be willing to fight for you. The committee will be more willing to risk accepting you if they think you really want them and that you will be truly thrilled to go there. The committee wants you to give them specific reasons for why you two are a good match. You ... Read more »

#Babies - Toddlers

A legacy resource from NICHCY

The birth of a child is an exciting, life-changing event. A beautiful new baby comes to your house, family, and neighborhood. It is a time for celebration.

But what happens when this new child has a disability? What if there are health problems? What if, as time goes by, it seems as if the child isn t learning and progressing as quickly or easily as other children? What do you do?

CPIR offers a suite of resource pages that can help you find answers and people who can help specifically, through the early intervention system that s available in every state. Early intervention is an effective way to help very young children (birth to the third birthday) catch up or address specific developmental concerns as soon as possible in their lives. Use the quick-jump index below to explore early intervention topics.

If Henry Bergh, founder of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, were alive today, even he might be surprised by the sheer number and tenacity of politically savvy dog owners and animal welfare organizations.

During hearings on controversial local and state bills, legions of canine enthusiasts pack rooms to voice their support or opposition. In July 2007, animal advocates began lining up outside California s Capitol nearly two hours before a senate committee hearing on a statewide mandatory spay-neuter bill. Hundreds of people attended a hearing in Boston earlier this year when lawmakers decided to explore the idea of a statewide ban on pit bull-type dogs.

The reason for the intense interest and passionate debate is simple: Dogs have captured our hearts — so much, that 45 million U.S. households choose to share their lives with some 65 to 80 million dogs. But society s view of dogs often differs from how the legal system sees them. Under the ... Read more »

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An act of a legislature that declares, proscribes, or commands something; a specific law, expressed in writing.

A statute is a written law passed by a legislature on the state or federal level. Statutes set forth general propositions of law that courts apply to specific situations. A statute may forbid a certain act, direct a certain act, make a declaration, or set forth governmental mechanisms to aid society.

A statute begins as a bill proposed or sponsored by a legislator. If the bill survives the legislative committee process and is approved by both houses of the legislature, the bill becomes law when it is signed by the executive officer (the president on the federal level or the governor on the state level). When a bill becomes law, the various provisions in the bill are called statutes. The term statute signifies the elevation of a bill from legislative proposal to law. State and federal statutes are c ... Read more »

#BBC NEWS

Wednesday, 12 December, 2001, 15:46 GMT

The story of Megan's Law

President Clinton: Signed Megan's Law

The conviction of Roy Whiting for the murder of Sarah Payne has again the raised the issue of how society deals with sex offenders, with some campaigners looking towards the USA and its controversial "Megan's law".

American parents - unlike their UK counterparts - have access to information on paedophiles living in their local area under legislation known as Megan's Law.

The law - which was signed by President Bill Clinton four years ago and has been adopted in some form by all 50 states - arose from the rape and murder of seven-year-old Megan Kanka.

She was killed by Jesse Timmendequas, a known child molester with two previous convictions for sexual offences, who had moved across the street from her family without their knowledge.

This caused outrage in the US and Megan's mother campaigned for a chang ... Read more »

#Bankruptcy Law - Guide to Chapter 7, 11, 13.

What is Bankruptcy?

Bankruptcy allows individuals, couples, and businesses that cannot meet their financial obligations to be excused from repaying some or all of their debt. Bankruptcy has been in existence since ancient times. In the United States, the rules and procedures for filing bankruptcy are governed by federal law. States are prohibited from legislating in this area of the law.

Generally speaking, there are two types of bankruptcy. In a liquidation bankruptcy, debtors must surrender their property, which is sold, and the proceeds distributed to creditors. In return, all debts are permanently discharged. In a reorganization bankruptcy, debtors are allowed to keep their property. But the debtors must agree to an installment plan to repay creditors a portion of the amount they owe.

Filing for bankruptcy involves submitting a petition and fee to the bankruptcy court. The fee is close to $300 for most ... Read more »

#Online Teaching Degree

This website features a database containing every nationally accredited distance learning / online Teaching Degree Program (at least as many as we could find, after looking through the websites of over 1,700 schools). It is now possible to get a degree with only minimal actual class time, completing the vast majority of your work in the comfort of your home. These programs can be an excellent option for working adults with families.

According to a recent study done for the US Department of Education. students who do part or all of their coursework online perform slightly better than students who do all their work in a face to face classroom setting. Please feel free to click on the links below to see comprehensive listings of each type of program.

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As a rule, you should try to contact multiple schools when you’re looking for a degree program. Like with many other things, the way to f ... Read more »

The Petition for Dissolution of Marriage must declare the appropriate Missouri grounds upon which the dissolution of marriage is being sought. The appropriate lawful ground will be that which the parties agree upon and can substantiate, or that which the filing spouse desires to prove to the court. The dissolution of marriage grounds are as follows:

The marriage is irretrievably broken; and there is no reasonable likelihood that the marriage can be preserved.

If both of the parties by petition or otherwise have stated under oath or affirmation that the marriage is irretrievably broken, or one of the parties has so stated and the other has not denied it, the court, after considering the aforesaid petition or statement, and after a hearing thereon shall make a finding whether or not the marriage is irretrievably broken and shall enter an order of dissolution or dismissal accordingly. (Missouri Statutes - Title 30 - Chapter 452 - Sections: 300)

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This guide is based on UK law. It was last updated in October .

If your business has a website, it should be accessible to disabled users. There are ethical and commercial justifications for this, but there is also a legal reason: if your website does not meet certain design standards, then you could be sued for discrimination.

To date, few companies have faced such legal action. In two cases, actions were initiated by the Royal National Institute for the Blind (RNIB), and both settled without being heard by a court. The RNIB decided against naming the two companies. It has long been anticipated that a higher-profile test case will be launched against a non-compliant website. Clearly, this is a battle which any business will want to avoid.

There has been one case on the accessibility of electronic services that resulted in an employment tribunal finding of discrimination. That case, decided in October 2006, involved the accessibility of a computer-ba ... Read more »

#Award Winning Legal Software for Law Firms, Solicitors and Lawyers

Peppermint Platform: The next generation of Legal Software

Peppermint's Legal Service Platform combines in one place, using one database, all the different legal software applications required by a law firm. It continuously connects every data point, via the client profile, thus transforming every person, task and business process into a proactive customer service agent. This enables the delivery of a highly personalised, instant and consistent experience across all channels, anytime, anywhere.

In addition to providing legal software applications, the Platform has been designed to share data and applications across a sophisticated suite of built in legal software collaboration tools, such as legal online services that deliver self-service and self-assessment functionality. This, combined with the Platform's ability to consume and present highly tailored content, allows law firms to transform the d ... Read more »

Environmental law governs any environmental issues regarding individuals, businesses, and government entities. Environment law includes regulations and cleanup regarding hazardous or chemical materials and the consequences of individuals who violate environment statutes; it provides environmental protection for prospective purchasers of environmentally impacted property; and environmental law policy prohibits the dumping of toxic waste or other hazardous materials in our lakes, rivers, streams, and public land.

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In 1970, The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); the Environmental Quality Improvement Act; and the National Environmental Education Act were passed; and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was created. The main objective of these federal acts was to ensure that the environment is protected against both public and private actions that failed ... Read more »

#Bankruptcy laws

Bankruptcy helps people who can no longer pay their debts get a fresh start by liquidating assets to pay their debts or by creating a repayment plan. Bankruptcy laws also protect financially troubled businesses. This section explains the bankruptcy process and laws.

About Bankruptcy

Filing bankruptcy can help a person by discarding debt or making a plan to repay debts. A bankruptcy case normally begins when the debtor files a petition with the bankruptcy court. A petition may be filed by an individual, by spouses together, or by a corporation or other entity.

All bankruptcy cases are handled in federal courts under rules outlined in the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

There are different types of bankruptcies, which are usually referred to by their chapter in the U.S. Bankruptcy Code.

• Individuals may file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, depending on the specifics of their situation.
• Municipalities—cities, towns, ... Read more »

#Bachelor s degree in Law - Undergraduate Studies - ( UPF )

Why UPF?

• You will be able to identify and analyse social conflicts and means of settling them.
• You will be capable of using critical legal reasoning to argue and negotiate effectively.
• You will become more inclined to use your initiative and take the lead.
• You will develop the ability to use foreign technical language fluently.
• You will assimilate constitutional principles and values in relation to interpreting law and composing reports, legal opinions and other legal documents.
• You will be able to distinguish between different sources of law and use them correctly.
• You will recognize the institutions and guiding principles of public and private law.

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#Bankruptcy Legal Assistance - Public Law Center

Bankruptcy Legal Assistance

PLC provides assistance to debtors filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy relief. We assist clients representing themselves in bankruptcy proceedings through clinics and consultation with attorneys. We also refer cases to volunteer attorneys who will represent Chapter 7 debtors for free from the beginning to the end of the case. In collaboration with the Orange County Bar Association (OCBA), PLC coordinates a clinic to assist anyone who is representing themselves in bankruptcy proceedings. We assist debtors (pre-filers and post-filers) and as well as creditors.

PLC does not provide representation or attorneys for Chapter 13 debtors, but can provide general legal information regarding the process. Chapter 13 debtors are encouraged to consult an attorney before preparing and filing a Chapter 13 petition and plan.

PLC and the OCBA also provide free legal assistance to debtors invol ... Read more »

About accredited online colleges

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#Bachelor of Laws (3 Years) - UNE - Course and Unit Catalogue 2015 - The University of New England

Bachelor of Laws (3 Years)

Why study the Bachelor of Laws (3 Years) at UNE?

UNE boasts one of Australia's largest law schools outside a capital city, as well as being an early adopter of innovative technology in the delivery of its law programs. The Bachelor of Law (3 years) encourages both a critical and progressive approach to the existing law and legal system; ensuring that students understand both the law and the context.

The Bachelor of Laws is accredited by the Legal Practitioners Admission Board of NSW for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW and mutual recognition legislation extends admission to other Australian jurisdictions. After completion of academic qualifications in law, entry to legal practice also requires the completion of a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course.

To qualify for the award of the degree with Honours, students mu ... Read more »

#Bachelor of Laws

Course essentials

Gain a broad perspective on the legal practice with learning aimed at satisfying academic and professional requirements for admission to legal practice in Victoria.

This course will provide you with a range of legal professional skills, such as advocacy, ethical judgement, communication, legal research and writing, interviewing and negotiation and relevant legal professional computing skills. Gain specialised education and skills in core areas of law as well as in various areas of commercial law, especially those which have a comparative dimension.

VU’s approach to learning combines theory with practice. Our partnerships with the courts and community legal services gives you a unique exposure to the real experience of the justice system. These opportunities challenge you through practical experiences for a rewarding career in law that could range from working for government, the community or in private enterprise.

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#Bakers Who Denied Service to Gay Couple Found to Violate Law

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The owners of an Oregon bakery who declined to make a cake for a same-sex couple’s wedding celebration were found guilty last week of violating the state’s anti-discrimination law.

The bakery owners, Aaron and Melissa Klein of Sweet Cakes By Melissa, contend they were adhering to their Christian beliefs that marriage is between a man and a woman.

On Monday, the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries announced the couple will have to pay up to $150,000 for violating the Oregon Equality Act of 2007.

According to the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries, the exact amount will be determined at a follow-up hearing on March 10.

In an earlier interview with The Daily Signal. Aaron said the fine would bankrupt the couple and their five children.

In response to the decision made by the Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries, Aaron and Melissa Kle ... Read more »

Divorce and Legal Separation in Alabama Copyright HG.org

Divorce in Alabama is conducted as a civil action, with one party, plaintiff, filing a complaint for divorce, and the other party being named as a defendant.

To file for divorce in Alabama, one of the spouses must have been a bona fide resident of the state for six months prior to the filing of the Complaint. This must be alleged in the Complaint and proven.

A Complaint for Divorce may be filed in the circuit court of the county in which the Defendant ( non-filing spouse) resides, or in the circuit court of the county in which the parties resided when the separation occurred, or if the defendant is a nonresident, then in the circuit court of the county in which the Plaintiff ( filing spouse) resides. Each jurisdictional court usually has a domestic relations or a family law department or division.

In an uncontested divorce, both parties may file in any county t ... Read more »

Current through Sep. 1,

28-3-106. Recovery of gambling losses.

Actions to recover money or goods lost at any kind of gambling or betting, and paid or delivered:

(1) If brought by the loser, shall be commenced within ninety (90) days next after such payment or delivery;

(2) If brought for the use of the spouse, child or children, or next of kin, within twelve (12) months from the expiration of the ninety (90) days;

(3) If by a creditor of the loser, within twenty-four (24) months from the end of the ninety (90) days.

Anti-Gambling Laws

39-17-501. Part definitions.

As used in this part, unless the context otherwise requires:

(1) Gambling is contrary to the public policy of this state and means risking anything of value for a profit whose return is to any degree contingent on chance, or any games of chance associated with casinos, including, but not limited to, slot machines, roulette wheels and the like. For the ... Read more »

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#Best Law Firm Websites, 2014 Edition

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Out of over 50 nominations, we have narrowed the field down to the ten best. There were many good nominations, but the top ten are some really excellent, responsive websites.

Responsive web design turned out to play a big factor in getting to the top ten. A responsive website should look good on any screen, from a big desktop display to a smartwatch. Law firm websites still have a way to go on this, though. Many great-looking nominations — including some websites built in the last year — wound up in the discard pile because they are not responsive.

Apart from responsiveness, however, I will not explain t ... Read more »

Since 2003, 25 states have introduced workplace bullying legislation that would allow workers to sue for harassment without requiring a showing of discrimination.

Critics contend that these laws would encourage frivolous lawsuits. Could they protect workers from bullying while not opening up employers to scores of meritless claims or imposing a civility code on the workplace?

In fact, workplace bullying may lead to the boldest proposed change in U.S. employment law since the passage of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, said Lori Armstrong Halber, a partner in the Philadelphia office of Fisher Phillips.

We all agree with the concept that there shouldn't be jerks in the workplace, but the issue is whether we can legislate that, said Rick Grimaldi, a partner in the Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. offices of Fisher Phillips. The whole concept is difficult to get your head around when you think about how expansive this could be. Every disgruntled employee bec ... Read more »

#Bachelors Degree in Law at Online Schools

Is a Law Degree Right for You?

A bachelor s degree in law is ideal for any student who wants to pursue a career in the legal system. However, there are many law positions that do not require a bachelor s degree, like police and correctional officers or crime scene specialists, which only require an associate degree. A bachelor s degree in law, on the other hand, provides with the most options, as some law occupations and agencies are only available to those with bachelor s degrees. If you want the maximum amount of mobility in your legal career, whether you want to work for the FBI or eventually become an attorney, a bachelor s degree in law is the way to go.

Advice for Earning Your Law Degree Online

The coursework in most law bachelor s degree programs is lecture-based, making it easy to complete the degree requirements through distance learning. As a result, there are lots of online options for this field. How ... Read more »

#Bad Credit

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[bad kred-it] n. Financial industry term for a credit history indicating that a person is a high credit risk. A credit score of less than 560 is generally considered to be a bad credit score.

Lenders use your credit reports and your credit scores to make assumptions about your credit risk. The lower your credit score, the more risky they feel it is to lend you money, and the higher interest rates they will charge if they are willing to approve your loan request at all. Having a bad credit score means that lenders will consider you to be a high credit risk.

Even more, there are a number of other entities that will use your credit history to make assumptions about you. Landlords, insurance companies, and potential employers may all consider your credit score. Bad credit could contribute to you being denied an apartment, being charged higher insurance premiums, or even not getting hire ... Read more »

(redirected from Consumer law )

Consumer protection laws are federal and state statutes governing sales and credit practices involving consumer goods. Such statutes prohibit and regulate deceptive or Unconscionable advertising and sales practices, product quality, credit financing and reporting, debt collection, leases, and other aspects of consumer transactions.

The goal of consumer protection laws is to place consumers, who are average citizens engaging in business deals such as buying goods or borrowing money, on an even par with companies or citizens who regularly engage in business. Historically, consumer transactions purchases of goods or services for personal, family, or household use were presumed fair because it was assumed that buyers and sellers bargained from equal positions. Starting in the 1960s, legislatures began to respond to complaints by consumer advocates that consumers were inherently disadvantaged, particularly when bargaini ... Read more »

#Best Online Law Schools: JD and LLM Programs

Which are the very best online law schools?

This is hard question because there isn't a clear ranking system -- US News doesn't rank online degree programs -- and actual first-hand information is scarce for online law schools. There isn't much accountability at online law schools.

Let's take a step back.

No juris doctor program at an online law school. at the moment, is going to give you the kind of career you would have if you attended a national top-tier law school like Harvard, or even a regional powerhouse (like University of Alabama if you live in Alabama, for instance).

Indeed, there are not that many online law schools, actually, that permit you to sit any state's bar exam. Basically, if you're you can only take the bar in California. None are, at the moment, ABA-accredited (this is important because if you graduate from a law school with ABA accreditation, you can take the bar exam in any of the 5 ... Read more »

#Baltimore County New - Child Safety Frequently Asked Questions

Abduction

I am estranged from my spouse. What can I do to prevent parental abduction?

According to the National Center on Missing and Exploited Children, the most important thing you can do is maintain healthy communication with your children and spouse.

How often do kidnappings occur in Baltimore County?

Non-custodial kidnappings are extremely rare in Baltimore County. The last non-custodial kidnapping reported in Baltimore County occurred in 1979.

I'm frightened by all the recent cases of children being kidnapped and killed by strangers. Is this kind of crime increasing nationwide?

No. Statistics show that children abducted by strangers constitute a very small percentage of missing children. There are only about 100 children kidnapped and murdered in the United States each year, less than one-half of one percent of all murders committed. The largest number of mi ... Read more »

The vast majority of the law enforcement officers in this country perform their very difficult jobs with respect for their communities and in compliance with the law. Even so, there are incidents in which this is not the case. This document outlines the laws enforced by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) that address police misconduct and explains how you can file a complaint with DOJ if you believe that your rights have been violated.

Federal laws that address police misconduct include both criminal and civil statutes. These laws cover the actions of State, county, and local officers, including those who work in prisons and jails. In addition, several laws also apply to Federal law enforcement officers. The laws protect all persons in the United States (citizens and non-citizens).

Each law DOJ enforces is briefly discussed below. In DOJ investigations, whether criminal or civil, the person whose rights have been reportedly violated is referred to as a vic ... Read more »

Mr. Sliwinski, Esq. concentrates his practice in the field of Traffic Law and DWI defense. He is committed to providing you with a solid legal defense for all types of tickets, traffic violations, and for DWI related charges. He has more than twenty-one years of experience in the business!

The bottom line is that having a driver s license is a valuable privilege in today s world. You should not take your legal right to have a driver s license for granted. Therefore, it is critically important that a driver must take all measures to protect his legal rights! There are many drastic legal consequences if you are issued traffic tickets or other citations.

These legal consequences are as follows:

• Heavy fines
• Dreaded points
• License suspensions
• Massive insurance surcharges
• In some extreme cases a jail sentence

The MVC or a Municipal Court can make your life miserable by suspending or revoking your driver ... Read more »

To get going searching for the plan that is best, merely enter your zipcode. Subsequent, choose accreditation or the diploma youare thinking about seeking, and whether youare thinking about joining courses on online campus or perhaps a mixture of each. Lastly, you will be taken therefore you will find this program that best fits your own requirements and pursuits fully to a full page that databases the accessible online schools in your town.

Understand What's Needed

You have to decide whether you're entitled to entrance before deciding on a web-based college. Not totally all that diverse from admissions needs at packet-and-mortar colleges, to become approved into a web-based college, candidates in many cases are necessary to possess gained higher online college degrees or GED, be considered a permanentresident of America or possess a legitimate credit, and fulfill an english-language necessity.

Additional requirements regarding entrance might include assembly ... Read more »

#Best Law Firm Websites of 2014

Lawyerist released its annual Best Law Firm Websites  list. Apparently 10,000 people voted, over 50 websites were nominated, and Lawyerist chose the top ten. Although Lawyerist didnt release how exactly they chose the 10 winners, they did say that the responsiveness of the website (how it looks on your mobile phone) played a big part in the judging process.

None of the websites were anything to rave about. Law firm websites are notorious for being poorly designed. There is a movement to change that and have design finally permeate the legal industry led by Margaret Hagan. She frequently speaks at the legal innovation conferences that are popular these days. The winner this year was Kith Kin. a boutique firm in Toronto. The site had more colors than an artists’ palette and each page contained more words than Les Miserables. Below are some general comments on the site:

Home page:

The contact information should be at the top, no ... Read more »

#Basic principles of company law

This article is based on UK law as at 1st February 2010, unless otherwise stated.

Companies come in many different shapes and sizes; there are key differences in what they can and cannot do, and the purpose for which each is designed. But all are separate legal persons independent of their directors and shareholders. Only rarely will the law look behind a company and treat it as being the same person as those who control it.

This concept of a company as a separate legal personality has two consequences:

• A company’s property belongs to it and not to its directors, management or shareholders. Even if you are a sole director and a 100 per cent shareholder, you can still be found guilty of stealing from your own company. Liquidators and future owners will have an interest in pursuing claims for theft or misuse of assets where a company has been plundered by those in day-to-day control. Many a corporate swindler ha ... Read more »

#Barack Obama Speaks Before Catholic Leaders About Health Care Reform

But will note "outcomes that are harder to calculate"

President Obama will use emotion to appeal to Catholic healthcare professionals in a speech about the future of American health care on Tuesday, as the future of his signature health law hangs in the balance at the Supreme Court.

In a speech before the Catholic Health Association s annual assembly on Tuesday, Obama will tout numbers to support the controversial law, including Gallup s estimate that the uninsured rate has fallen from 17.1% in 2013 to 11.9% in 2015 and that one in four uninsured Americans has gained coverage under the law. Some 16 million Americans, the Obama administration says, have gained coverage since the law was passed.

But he ll also note the outcomes that are harder to calculate in his speech before the Catholic Health Association, days before the Supreme Court is expected to issue a ruling on a challenge to whe ... Read more »

#Baton Rouge Lemon Law Lawyer - Attorneys and Law Firms in Baton Rouge, LA

Baton Rouge

Do You Have a Lemon Law Claim?

Did you recently buy a new car, truck or other vehicle only to encounter countless mechanical problems or defects? If so, a Baton Rouge Lemon Law Attorney can help you enforce your rights and file a lemon law claim.

Lemon Law Claims

There are state and federal lemon laws protecting consumers against defective products. If a product you purchase is plagued with issues and cannot be repaired within a certain amount of time, you may have a lemon law claim.

A skilled Baton Rouge lemon law attorney will be able to assist you in identifying your options to remedy all issues with your lemon. He or she will help protect you and your rights against the manufacturer of the vehicle and potentially the dealer.

Searching for a Baton Rouge, LA Lemon Law Lawyer?

On this page you ll find qualified Baton Rouge, LA Lawye ... Read more »

Although every lawyer has his or her own unique way of doing things, most law offices share a surprising number of similar characteristics in terms of how they do business. Understanding some of them will help you to get more effective legal representation.

Law offices range in size from sole practitioners to firms with literally hundreds or even thousands of lawyers. While all of them charge for their time in one form or another, there are some practical distinctions to keep in mind that can roughly be broken down by the following categories:

Sole Practitioners. Once a lawyer has passed the bar exam, it does not take much more to start his or her own practice other than renting office space and hanging up a shingle. Thus, it is not surprising that law offices of sole practitioners are probably the biggest single category of practicing lawyers. Sole practitioners can be excellent lawyers and so you may want to consider retaining one if it makes sense, give ... Read more »

The Petition for Dissolution of Marriage must declare the appropriate Indiana grounds upon which the dissolution of marriage is being sought. The appropriate lawful ground will be that which the parties agree upon and can substantiate, or that which the filing spouse desires to prove to the court. The dissolution of marriage grounds are as follows:

Dissolution of marriage shall be decreed upon a finding by a court of one (1) of the following grounds and no other ground:

No Fault:

(1) Irretrievable breakdown of the marriage.

Fault:

(1) The conviction of either of the parties, subsequent to the marriage, of a felony. (2) Impotence, existing at the time of the marriage. (3) Incurable insanity of either party for a period of at least two (2) years. (Indiana Code - Title 31 - Article 15 - Chapters: 2-3)

Filing Spouse Title:

Petitioner. The Petitioner is the spouse who initiates the filing procedure with the family law or domestic re ... Read more »

MBA RANKINGS

Many business publications such as Wall Street Journal, The Economist, Financial Times and Business Week publish different rankings from year to year, though all data in a ranking may not be accurate it is still useful and it must be looked over with a critical eye because of different reasons:

• Data published by ranking publications deals with "how good the program is", remember that the best data comes directly from the school or online mba degree program because it deals with "how well the program fits you" .

Most rankings do not examine all MBA programs available and sometimes leave some schools out of the ranking because they are new, small or because they donґt have much alumni.

Sometimes methodologies used are flawed and statistics may be misinterpreted because of the context, so always read info on how data was gathered.

Some schools give only limited information since they believe school ra ... Read more »

The Criminal Justice system is a set of agencies and practices responsible for controlling crime, deterring criminals, and holding individuals who violate the law accountable.

Argosy University, Online Programs

• It encompasses a wide variety of career choices
• Your chosen path depends mostly on your education, qualifications and preference
• Professionals generally guard the streets, investigate crimes, identify suspects, and supervise those who have been convicted of crimes
• In the end, it s about protecting the lives and property of your fellow citizens

• There are quite a few career paths you can choose from after you complete a degree in criminal justice
• Some of the popular entry-level positions available are:
  • Detectives and Private Investigators
  • Police Officers
  • Paralegals
  • Probation Officers
  • Correctional Officers

• ... Read more »

In an ideal society, all current UCC Maritime laws would be replaced with the 20 Universal Laws:

This law supersedes even the fundamental law of Karma, for harmony is the supreme potential of balance.

The purpose of Karma is to attain harmony.

If you throw a rock into a pond you disturb the harmony of the pond, you are the cause, the effect is the splash and the ripples that flows out and back until harmony is restored.

Similarly, your disharmonious actions flow out into the Universe and back upon you, lifetime after life time, until eventually your own harmony is restored.

Until you have resolved your Karma and fulfilled your Dharma, which are the deeds you must do, you will continue to reincarnate into sequential lifetime upon the earth. Neither God nor the Lords of Karma bestow suffering upon you during these lives, you and you alone decide what you most need to learn and in your earthly sojourns, and for each life experience you seek out o ... Read more »

#BBC - GCSE Bitesize: Reflection

Sound waves and light waves reflect from surfaces. When waves reflect, they obey the law of reflection:

the angle of incidence equals the angle of reflection

• The normal is a line drawn at right angles to the reflector
• The angle of incidence is between the incident (incoming) ray and the normal
• The angle of reflection is between the reflected ray and the normal.

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Smooth surfaces produce strong echoes when sound waves hit them, and they can act as mirrors when light waves hit them. The waves are reflected uniformly and light can form images The waves can:

• appear to come from a point behind the mirror, for example a looking glass
• be f ... Read more »

If you are thinking about going to Law School you may wonder how long does it take to get a Law Degree? Well, that all depends on how long do you want to be in Law School. Joking aside, here are the details.

First things first, you must obtain a bachelor degree. Granted this is a criminal justice blog, the bachelor degree program doesn’t have to be in criminal justice. But in the end, you must have one. The degree can take anywhere from 2 and 1/2 years to 4, or more. Read my post on how long does it take to complete a degree (it applies to all degree types – not only Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Political Science, or Public Safety degrees).

Thus far, you have a minimum of 2.5 years of education, and the national average of 4 years, before you can even dream of being in Law School.

Generally, a law degree takes 3 years. Three years of your life which you will have to devote entirely to school. No girlfriends, no boyfriends, no social life, no liberties ... Read more »

#Benefits of an MBA in Finance: Overview for Aspiring Students

Finance is one of the most popular specializations within Master of Business Administration (MBA) programs. An MBA in Finance offers benefits to working professionals in a variety of industries, including commercial and corporate banking, investment services and real estate.

What Are the Benefits of an MBA in Finance?

Students pursuing an MBA in Finance gain the business and financial skills needed to work in a number of enterprises. They often have access to top-notch internship opportunities while still in school, and they generally command better positions and higher salaries upon graduation. Many MBA programs are offered on a part-time basis, making them accessible for working professionals.

Curriculum

MBA in Finance programs typically provide foundational education in statistics, leadership, economics, strategy and marketing. Students often choose a specialization during the seco ... Read more »

#Bernstein Liebhard LLP - A Nationwide Law Practice

Welcome to Bernstein Liebhard LLP

BERNSTEIN LIEBHARD LLP  represents individual and institutional clients in private and class action litigation.  Since 1993, the Firm has recovered substantial monetary relief and achieved significant corporate governance reforms on behalf of our clients.

As a result of our efforts and accomplishments, the Firm has been named by The National Law Journal to the Plaintiffs Hot List, for the past twelve years.  In fact, the Firm is the only firm nationwide to be recognized by The National Law Journal as one of the top plaintiff s law firms in the country over this twelve year period.   The Firm has also been listed in The Legal 500. a guide to the best commercial law firms in the United States, for the past six consecutive years, and in Benchmark Plaintiff:  The Definitive Guide to America s Leading Plaintiff Firms Attorne ... Read more »

#Ben Carson: Can Obama use martial law to keep White House post 2016

SAN ANTONIO,  December 14, 2014 — Dr. Ben Carson, a black neurosurgeon and likely 2016 Republican presidential candidate, has repeatedly stated that he believes there is a chance that the 2016 elections may not be held at all. Widespread anarchy gripping the country could be reason enough for the Obama administration to announce the implementation of martial law and the suspension of some, if not all, of Americans constitutionally protected rights — including the right to vote and hold national elections.

On the surface this seems unbelievable, but upon further analysis, Carson s ominous suggestion is plausible; this is an extremely unnerving scenario that all Americans should be aware of and ready for. The Obama administration has very quietly and subtly done many inexplicable things that could very well be precursors to the suspension of some, if not all, of Americans constitutionally pr ... Read more »

#Best Reviewed Online LLM Degrees 2015

There are many online LLM programs around the world that offer high quality education for students that require flexibility to study according to their own schedule. Online LLM programs are structured so students can pursue their degree while maintaining their commitments, such as work and family.

There are many online LLM programs that are just as highly regarded as the traditional classroom LLM. Some programs will require the student to hold a professional law degree, others programs will accept students from other disciplines. Concentration areas are similar to those offered in the traditional setting, such as business law, intellectual property, environmental law, taxation, finance and maritime law. Students of online LLM programs will use modalities such as video conferencing, direct broadcast satellites, message boards, chat rooms, and email. Program lengths for an online LLM degree vary depending on the university and t ... Read more »

DENSION / CRAWFORD COUNTY, IA (*According to Sheriff Tom Hogan*)

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

PHILADELPHIA

PENAL CODES AFFECTING AIR TASER, STUN GUNS & STUN BATONS.

STATE RESTRICTIONS:

DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Stun Gun Laws - Illegal

District of Columbia Law. DC Code Ann. Title 6, Chapter 23. Firearms Control. Subchapter I. General Provisions 6-2302.

(7) "Destructive device" means:

(B) "Any device by whatever name known which will, or is designed, or may be readily converted or restored, to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive or other propellant through a smooth bore barrel, except a shotgun."

(D) Any device designed or redesigned, made or remade, or readily converted or restored, and intended to stun or disable a person by means of electric shock.

Subchapter II. Firearms and Destructive Devices. General Provision 6-2311. Registration requirements:

(a) Except as otherwise provided in this chapte ... Read more »

In 1981, German lawmakers passed the Narcotics Act in an attempt to crack down on a growing drug problem in the country. Primarily, the law--which has been amended several times--had the main intention of protecting the health of the public. The law includes clauses on rehabilitating drug users outside of prison, permission to use methadone in clinic settings, and allowing for sterile needle exchange programs for intravenous drug users.

Where marijuana is concerned, the law's main effect was in allowing prosecutors the discretion to choose to not prosecute cases that the prosecutor deems minor enough.

Acquiring drugs is a crime in Germany, and those found guilty are sentenced to 1 month to 4 years in prison and must pay an appropriate fine. The amount of the fine is not set and is decided by individual judges for each case, who weigh in factors such as how much a person was caught with. Sentences are typically more lax in the less conservative states of northern Germ ... Read more »

#Bills and Laws Oregon Revised Statutes

The Oregon Revised Statutes are the codified laws of the State of Oregon.

The ORS is published every two years. Each edition incorporates all laws, and changes to laws, enacted by the Legislative Assembly through the odd-numbered year regular session referenced in the volume titles for that edition.

The 2013 Edition does not include changes to the law enacted during the 2014 regular session of the Seventy-seventh Legislative Assembly. Changes to the law by the 2014 regular session will be reflected in the 2015 Edition of Oregon Revised Statutes. Because the Acts of the 2014 regular session are not incorporated into the 2013 Edition, examine both the 2013 Edition and the 2014 Oregon Laws for the most up-to-date version of the law. See the Instructions for Using the 2014 Oregon Laws for details on how to determine the current state of the l ... Read more »

#Black s Law Dictionary, 10th Edition on the App Store on iTunes

By Thomson Reuters

Description

For more than a century, Black’s Law Dictionary® has been the gold standard for the language of law. Today, it’s the most widely cited law book in the world. By Editor in Chief Bryan A. Garner, the 10th Edition is the most comprehensive law dictionary ever published. It contains more than 50,000 terms, including more than 16,000 new definitions.

Features

• More than 50,000 terms, including 7,500 more terms than the 9th Edition

• More than twice as many sources quoted and cited than the 9th Edition

• Earliest usage dates in English-language contexts provided for nearly all terms – the only legal dictionary with this feature

• More than 1,000 definitions of law-related abbreviations and acronyms

• Trusted authority – every term has been reviewed for accuracy by nearly 300 attorneys from across the country

• Pronunc ... Read more »

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) was formed in 1906 to regulate intercollegiate sports competitions. Membership is voluntary. The NCAA operates along a series of bylaws that govern the areas of ethical conduct, amateur eligibility, financial aid, recruiting, gender equity. championship events and academic standards. The NCAA has enforcement power and can introduce a series of punishments up to the death penalty. the full shut-down of a sporting activity at an offending college.

Title IX is an increasingly important issue in college sports law. The Act, passed in 1972, makes it illegal for a federally funded institution to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender. In sports law, the piece of legislation often refers to the effort to achieve equality for women's sports in colleges. The Office of Civil Rights (OCR) is charged with enforcing this legislation. This agency implemented a three-prong tests for schools to adhere ... Read more »

#Best Online Universities LLC - Guide to top accredited online universities

Interview: Dr. Marina V. Kostina, Distance Learning Expert

Welcome to Best Online Universities, LLC! We develop top quality higher education websites to help students accomplish their career and education goals. Our sites contain a robust catalog of over 1,000 accredited online degree programs offered by both non-profit and for-profit institutions.

To learn more, you can click on each section below to jump to helpful information and resources about online colleges and universities. You can also visit our blog. which covers these relevant topics and more.

• What are the Best Online Universities? Utilizing our user selection data, we display some of the most popular online colleges which you can contact for more information.
• How Do Online Universities Work? Unsure about distance learning in general? Find out how it all works.
• Is Online Learni ... Read more »

#Best MBAs in MBA Healthcare 2015

What is an MBA in Healthcare Management? It is a great option for students who want to learn the practical skills and leadership necessary to transform the future of healthcare. Students can build a foundation on the business side of the healthcare industry while they learn how to address complex issues using a combination of critical thinking and hands-on experience.

Healthcare is universal and plays an active role in almost every community in the world. Hospitals, laboratories, clinics, and other healthcare organizations dot the globe. Most are run by teams of highly skilled and educated healthcare professionals including administrators, executives, and managers who all play an integral role in shaping the healthcare industry. An MBA in Healthcare Management will focus studies on hospital management, health promotion, research, and financial management. With many universities offering high-level degrees in this field, students ha ... Read more »

For those students with practical work experience and who are already employed as practicing medical professionals, distance learning can cut back their on-site attendance time while working towards a higher degree or certification such as in phlebotomy, the practice of drawing blood, or a degree in surgical or lab assisting. These programs may be beneficial for both practicing nurses and students enrolled in nursing programs but who want to jumpstart their employment potential following graduation.

Online medical training provides a convenient avenue for medical workers to learn new skills and keep their current skills up to date. Medical professionals with on-the-job training and clinical experience who are looking to gain new skills or complete a degree may find online medical programs to be an unobtrusive way to continue their education.

Online courses can reduce the mandatory the need for on-site attendance, providing a more relaxed study pace that also allows p ... Read more »

MASSACHUSETTS GENERAL LAWS AND HUMAN BURIALS

Valerie A. Talmage

The discoveries of several human burials in Massachusetts have raised questions about the appropriateness of archaeological excavation and anthropological analysis of human skeletons. Archaeologists, Indians, project planners and the public have voiced concerns which echo similar issues raised in several other states.

Is it legal to excavate human skeletons? Is it appropriate to excavate burials? Does a construction project, such as a highway, or even an individual septic system, take precedence or is the sanctity of a burial place protected? Is it appropriate to rebury excavated skeletons and their associated artifacts? Are burials of Indians provided the same protection which the law affords burials of white people? When is excavation of human burials in the public interest? How should excavations be authorized and administered?

The ethical concerns about archaeological excava ... Read more »

Individuals who have a bachelor's degree and are pursuing a career in business may consider going back to school to earn a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. MBA programs offer a variety of potential advantages, including developing strategic thinking skills, enhancing qualifications for possible career advancement, and building a skill set to encourage a transition into a different field.

Several factors can influence the choice of whether to pursue an MBA. Here are some key stages in the decision-making process:

• Decide whether to apply to MBA programs
• Compile information about MBA schools
• Evaluate MBA programs
• Choose a specialization
• Apply to target schools
• Make the most of an MBA program and the opportunities beyond

While there is no set profile of an MBA student, a report released by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) does reveal some general trends. The majority o ... Read more »

#Best Majors for Law School

In this post, we discuss the best majors for law school applicants. If you are still in undergrad and you are considering law school, this article will give you a better understanding of which undergraduate majors are the most beneficial for law school admissions. and how your choice of major might effect your law school application.

Quick Note from Joshua Craven: Remember, these numbers represent averages, and regardless of your major you can dominate the LSAT. I was a finance major and I got a 177 on the LSAT (23 points higher than the average for my major).

But First The Worst Majors for Law School

I want to state an important warning right up front: IF YOUR SCHOOL HAS A PRE-LAW OR CRIMINAL JUSTICE MAJOR, DON T DO IT. The hard evidence out there is that pre-law and criminal justice majors do worse on the LSAT and have worse outcomes when applying to law school.

According to LSAC, who tracks these things ... Read more »

The Petition for Dissolution of Marriage must declare the appropriate Oregon grounds upon which the dissolution of marriage is being sought. The appropriate lawful ground will be that which the parties agree upon and can substantiate, or that which the filing spouse desires to prove to the court. The dissolution of marriage grounds are as follows:

A judgment for the dissolution of a marriage or a permanent or unlimited separation may be rendered when

No-Fault:

(1) Irreconcilable differences between the parties have caused the irremediable breakdown of the marriage.

Fault:

(1) When either party to the marriage was incapable of making such contract or consenting thereto for want of legal age or sufficient understanding; (2) When the consent of either party was obtained by force or fraud;

A trial or hearing on the merits in a suit for the dissolution of a marriage shall be had until after the expiration of 90 days from the date of the ser ... Read more »

#Best Schools Online Master Degrees in Business, Economics and Administration 2015

This page is dedicated to finding Master in Business, Economics and Administration online programs. Taking a Master in Business, Economics and Administration online makes you more flexible than studying on campus. You can work full-time and still be able to get a degree in the field you are interested in. For a Master in Business, Economics and Administration online, the study materials are sent to the students via the internet, intranet/extranet, audio or video, CD-rom, web broadcast, etc. You can be led by an instructor or plan your studies yourself.

There are plenty of excellent career options for graduates holding a Master in Business, Economics and Administration online. As the popularity of online programs increases, the degrees earned are just as prestigious as earning them in the traditional campus setting. Graduates can often go on to careers in both the private and public s ... Read more »

#Best MBA Degrees 2015 - Choose from 1 800 MBA Programs Globally

MBA Programs

Master of Business Administration (MBA) is a postgraduate degree that is awarded to students who have mastered the study of business. MBA programs are considered to be among the most prestigious ones in the world. Students of MBA programs study the theory and application of business and management principles. MBA programs equip students with knowledge that can be applied to a variety of real world business situations.

An MBA can add an extra competitive edge to any professional resume - whether you are coming directly from an undergraduate degree or are a working professional. MBA programs in International Business. MBA programs in HR. MBA programs in Finance. MBA programs in Management. MBA programs in IT. MBA programs in Marketing  and many more are applicable to a variety of business areas. MBA programs will benefit professionals seeking employment in the public, non- ... Read more »

#Best Online Bachelor s in Biology - 2015 s Best

Explore a Bachelor s Degree in Biology

Biology students will study everything from the smallest microscopic organisms to animals and humans. They will learn about the systems and processes involved in creating and maintaining life, while considering questions on how physical environments affect growth and development. Biology majors may pursue careers in a number of fields, including genetics and biotechnology. Students who plan to attend medical, dental, or veterinary school may also study biology at the undergraduate level, and the degree can also serve as the first step toward careers in research and academia. Online biology programs vary in length, but they generally require students to complete 100-120 credit hours.

Class Curriculum

Biology majors will take foundation courses in chemistry, physics, and mathematics. Upper-division classes will allow students to delve deeper into ... Read more »

In this article James Normington of New Park Court Chambers explains some of the key points of English contract law. Every businessman and women should be familiar with these concepts.

Contracts occur in every business. It might be as simple as the agreement with the milkman to deliver the milk and your obligation to pay for it, or it might be an order you made with a major supplier. There is one thing which you can be certain of, which is that you don’t want to find out there is a problem with your contract when you are walking through the door of a courthouse with a disgruntled person on the other side.

This contract focuses on English contract law, which shares many common features with other common law jurisdictions such as Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the United States, although individuals from those countries should always seek appropriate legal advice.

1) Privity of Contract

It is important to remember o ... Read more »

America has a long history of gun use, going back to colonial times, when the war of independence was fought by the people of the country. As the expansion towards the west began in the early 19th century, pioneers faced multiple threats in the form of marauding Native American tribes, grizzly bears and other carnivorous animals. This led to the emergence of a deeply entrenched gun culture in the western and southern parts of the country, where everyone, children and women included, were required to operate a firearm and protect one another.

Also, as farming and hunting were initially the only means of subsistence, using a gun was like using an ax, a necessity rather than recreation. Famous frontiersmen like Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett and Wild Bill Hickok were famous for their prowess with guns, and their legends. Even several fabricated accounts for dime novels and penny dreadfuls, grew to extraordinary heights.

Over the past 200 years, the need for weapons, especi ... Read more »

#Best Programs Masters of Business Administration in 1-year MBA 2015

For business professionals looking to improve the appeal of their resume and increase their understanding of the business industry, a Masters of Business Administration is a popular degree choice. In fact, it can get done in as little as one year with a 1 year MBA.

What is a 1 year MBA? Because of the typical time table involved in such a program, many business professionals with great potential feel they do not have the time necessary to dedicate to an MBA. By enrolling in a 1 year MBA program, it can be obtained through a fast paced schedule of courses designed to enhance leadership skills, learn the ins and outs of accounting and finance, master the art of HR, and build critical management and business operation skills.

While there are many benefits to furthering one s education, the time involved in obtaining a master s degree often hinder the progress of many business professionals wh ... Read more »

Muslim or Islamic law, both civil and criminal justice as well as regulating individual conduct both personal and moral.

The custom-based body of law based on the Koran and the religion of Islam [see, also, the Muslim Law Dictionary ].

The sacred law of Islam; Islamic law and also referred to as Muslim law .

Because, by definition, Muslim states are theocracies. religious texts are law, the latter distinguished by Islam and Muslims in their application, as Sharia or Sharia law .

So thorough is the integration of the justice system and Church under Sharia law that Sharia courts are essentially religious courts; judges are usually local church (Mosque) officials.

Also spelled Shariah or Shari'ah and, in the USA, Shari'a. Because of the religious origin of the word, some prefer to capitalize it and others not.

The word sharia means "the path " or "the path to wate r". ... Read more »

There s a little-known way to maximize the value of a federal trademark registration recording it with U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Taking this extra step (and paying the $190 fee required to do so) puts your trademark on Customs radar screen. It helps put the government to work for you stopping counterfeit goods bearing your trademark at the border.

Besides alerting Customs about its mark, the owner of a federal trademark registration can provide additional information to help stop counterfeit goods from entering the States, such as the place authentic goods are manufactured; the authorized port of entry into the States; and what authentic goods look like. When Customs inspects goods bearing the registrant s trademark that do not match this criteria, it will seize the goods and contact the trademark owner to determine whether the goods are real or fake.

Customs only inspects small percentage of goods that are imported into the States. To be sure, plen ... Read more »

Black's Law Dictionary is the best source for most legal terms and phrases. If you intend to attend law school, I recommend that you purchase a copy of this classic reference text.

Nota bene: In general, the translations provided here are contextual rather than strictly literal.

a fortiori - according to Webster: with greater reason or more convincing force -- used in drawing a conclusion that is inferred to be even more certain than another.

Example: If it is a violation of the sending state's rights to arrest its consular official, then a fortiori it would be a violation to arrest its ambassador.

a posteriori - from effect to cause; from particular to general; inductive (based on observation or experience).

a priori - from cause to effect; from generalization to particular; deductive; presupposed by or reasoning from self-evident propositions (based on th ... Read more »

Capital Punishment: Deterrent Effects Capital Costs

by Jeffrey A. Fagan, Professor of Law Public Health; Co-Director, Center for Crime, Community, and Law

Capital punishment stirs up fierce debate in the United States. In this essay, Professor Jeff Fagan questions research that supports the long-accepted view of the deterrent effect of capital punishment. States must also come to terms with the fact that each execution can cost between $2.5 million and $5 million, he writes, and ask themselves whether that money can be put to better law-enforcement uses.

Long before the U.S. Supreme Court restored capital punishment in 1976 in Gregg v. Georgia. proponents of the death penalty claimed that executions save lives by deterring murders. This was a popular but unscientific view that was largely untested until 1975, when University of Buffalo Professor Isaac Ehrlich published an influential article asserting that during th ... Read more »

#What is the Law of Reflection of Light? Definition - Overview

Instructor: Richard Cardenas

Richard Cardenas has taught Physics for 15 years. He has a Ph.D. in Physics with a focus on Biological Physics.

In this lesson you will learn about the concept of reflection, including one of the simplest laws of physics, the law of reflection. You will learn about the main features of the law of reflection as well as some application and facts about reflection in general.

Definition

Have you ever wondered why you are able to see your reflection in a mirror or why you see things reflected in the first place? An even more important question is why do we even see a table, or a chair or our phones sitting on the table? The answer to these questions happens to be one of the simplest laws in physics; it is called the law of reflection.

The Law of Reflection states that the angle of the incident light ray is equal to the angle of the reflec ... Read more »

#Best Online Bachelor s in Science and Math - 2015 s Best

Join the nearly 37,000 students using onlinecollege.org to find the right math and sciences bachelor's degree program.

Math and science degrees can lead to a number of professions. Students interested in natural science may choose to study marine biology, wildlife biology, geology, or environmental science. Those who study mathematics may pursue careers as mathematicians, economists, statisticians, or educators. There are also math and science degrees in behavioral science, biochemistry, botany, and physics. Some health topics, like kinesiology and nutrition, are also considered science degrees. Sustainability is an increasingly popular science degree that draws heavily from environmental science and resource management.

With so many different online science and math degrees to choose from, research is important. To explore the options for a particular degree, click on one of the subjects bel ... Read more »

Enrolling in an MBA program is one of the biggest investments you can make. Top business schools charge upward of $100,000 for a two-year, full-time program. This means that you quit working and focus all your time, energy, and savings on your education. The return on investment is worth it for many. You gain knowledge and skills that can propel you forward in your career, which often means earning a sweet salary after graduation.

Tuition costs can vary dramatically from program to program. The average MBA tuition can be between $50,000 per year, or $80,000 for the full two years. Some MBA programs can be more than $60,000 a year or more in tuition alone. We've provided the tuition to the top 30 MBA programs on our MBA Rankings page. However, when you think about the price of an MBA you must also weigh the benefits of earning the degree -- because these amounts are inseparable from each other, and cutting down on the cost could produce a disproportionately high drop in ROI.< ... Read more »

#Best Online Bachelor s in Legal Studies - 2015 s Best

Editor s Picks: Online Schools for Legal Studies

Faculty Accessibility

The award for best faculty accessibility goes to the Arizona State University Online for providing all of its online students with the same curriculum as those enrolled in its traditional programs. The school s online courses and programs are administered by 320 online specific instructors, according to U.S. News World Report, and also has an online student to faculty ratio of just 5-to-1.

Alumni Engagement

Kaplan University Online wins our award for best alumni engagement for offering a number of ways for graduates to stay in touch. All Kaplan graduates can access the school s dedicated alumni webpage. where they can connect with fellow graduates and also enroll in a number of benefits offered by the institution. The school provides graduates access to its ... Read more »

Stanford Law School (also known as Stanford Law or SLS ) is a graduate school at Stanford University located in the area known as the Silicon Valley. near Palo Alto, California in the United States. The Law School was established in 1893 when former President Benjamin Harrison joined the faculty as the first professor of law. It employs more than 50 faculty and hosts over 500 students who are working towards their Juris Doctor (J.D.) or other graduate legal degrees such as the Master of Laws (LL.M.) and the Doctor of the Science of Law (J.S.D.), giving it the smallest student body of any law school in the top 25 of the US News World Report annual ranking.

Stanford first offered a curriculum in legal studies in 1893, when the university hired its first two law professors: former President Benjamin Harrison giving lectures on Constitutional and International Law [ 4 ] ,and Nathan Abbott. Abbott was given control over ... Read more »

A master’s degree is earned through completion of a graduate program beyond a bachelor’s degree. Through work to earn a master’s degree, students gain expertise in an academic discipline through intensive coursework and the preparation of a culminating project or thesis. Master’s degrees are awarded in most disciplines and at a variety of institutions, including public, private and online schools. Those pursuing a master’s degree should have strong commitment, a specific academic direction they wish to pursue for their degree, and an understanding of how the degree will benefit their future. Read More

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C Online higher education programs have been increasing in popularity, particularly among working professionals. As a result, many traditional schools have branched out into online education to meet the increasing student demand for the accessibility, flexibility, and affordability of accredited online master’s degree programs.

Attending gradua ... Read more »

Getting a degree is the most valuable asset to your career, and these scholarships for law enforcement can help you get there affordably.

Getting a degree is the most valuable asset to your career, and these scholarships for law enforcement can help you get there affordably.

With the average cost of tuition in the United States exceeding $16,000 per year, the college experience is an enormous investment. Still, the rewards outweigh the expenses, and pursuing a degree in law enforcement will prove that. Americans with bachelor's degrees have an average lifetime earnings of $1.3 million more than those with only a GED or high school equivalent*.

To help your own cause, you can start by exploring the 6 law enforcement scholarships listed below. There are many scholarships for law enforcement awarded to students like you that have an intended career path in law enforcement. There is 1 law enforcement scholarship award with a deadline in the next 90 days, so get m ... Read more »

International criminal law

Written by Dana Neacsu Last Updated December 5,

Primary responsibility to investigate and punish crimes has always belonged to individual states. Thus, international criminal law is an exception from this rule. Finding books on this topic or similar topics (international jurisdiction) may be daunting so here are a few good points about how to find them:

• Use the Diamond Law Library’s catalog, PEGASUS. to find sources in the law library and use the University Libraries’ catalog, CLIO (go to PEGASUS and choose it from the drop down menu CATALOGS mentioned there), to find resources at other Columbia libraries. You may also use WorldCat (go to PEGASUS and choose it from the drop down menu under CATALOGS) to find books beyond the Columbia system.

• To find law journal articles that may contain articles on domestic views on international criminal law, use Wilson’s Index to Legal Periodicals. To find foreign int ... Read more »

University of Chicago

The University of Chicago Law School is committed

to the lively exchange of ideas inside—and

outside—our newly renovated classrooms. Our

students are from diverse backgrounds, study with leading scholars and teachers, and are trained to think independently, critically, and creatively about the law. We are part of the world-class intellectual community of the University of Chicago and we believe that ideas turned into action is one of the most satisfying ways to practice law.

Ideas matter—to our students, to our faculty, to

our alumni. Chicago students enjoy their classes.

Chicago faculty enjoy teaching them. Chicago

alumni never forget them.

Our students crave rigor. They work hard—and

play hard. They challenge their teachers and each other on all things logical, legal, and political.

They master a lawyer’s most powerful skills:

researching, writing, and prese ... Read more »

#Best Schools Online MBAs in USA 2015

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) are postgraduate degree programs in management, in their own league. The MBA is the traditional academic offer for management education. The universities answer to questions from business for a precise and profound qualification for the future and modern managers based on a standardized title. It is frequently shortened as MBA or M.B.A. and in opposition to the Master of Science (MSc) or the Master of Arts (MA) it without a doubt points to one program solely.

MBA is a program designed for students who want to further their academic skills and apply them to actual real-life business situations. It guides students to reflect and reposition themselves in terms of choosing their future careers. Students gain a broad understanding of the key functions of a range of business areas and use these skills to contribute to strategic direction of a business.

Since all classes are online, stu ... Read more »

The Petition for Divorce must declare the appropriate Tennessee grounds upon which the divorce is being sought. The appropriate lawful ground will be that which the parties agree upon and can substantiate, or that which the filing spouse desires to prove to the court. The divorce grounds are as follows:

A divorce will be granted by the Tennessee court upon the following grounds:

No-Fault:

(1) irreconcilable differences if: [a] there has been no denial of this ground; [b] the spouses submit a properly signed marital dissolution agreement (see below under Simplified or Special Divorce Procedures); or [c] this grounds for divorce is combined with a general fault-based grounds or (2) living separate and apart without cohabitation for 2 years when there are no minor children.

Fault:

(1) impotence; (2) adultery; (3) conviction of a felony and imprisonment; (4) alcoholism and/or drug addiction; (5) wife is pregnant by another at the time of marriage ... Read more »

Question: What traffic laws apply to bicyclists?

Answer: When ridden on any roadway a bicycle rider has all of the rights and responsibilities of any vehicle (RCW 46.61.755). Unless bicycles are specifically excepted, all traffic laws and rules apply to bicycles. Bicyclists who violate traffic laws are subject to a citation.

Question: Should bicyclists ride with the flow of traffic or facing traffic?

Answer: Bicyclists should always ride with the flow of traffic (RCW 46.61.100). The law requires this. Riding with the flow of traffic greatly increases safety by making bicycles visible and predictable to other drivers. Riding against traffic is a leading cause of bicycle accidents.

Question: What position in the lane should a bicyclist use?

Answer:

1) Bicyclists traveling at the speed of traffic may use the middle of the lane.

2) A bicyclist traveling at a speed less than the normal flow ... Read more »

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Explaining the terms “Law” and “Morality” or Justice .

When discussing law and morality or law and justice, it is important to define the terms, from the below you will probably decide it is not possible to define what law IS, but it is possible to describe what it does and what rules apply. This is essentially a philosophical question, which probably has no answer, but some theorists have attempted to do so.

Similarly, there is no agreement what morality IS, or justice IS and there are various “schools” of thought.

We shall be looking at the writings and thoughts of philosophers and jurists (legal scholars) each named person should be considered as an authority in his field whose opinions are worthy of respect.

What is “Law”?

It is possible to describe law as the body of official rules and regulations, generally found in constitutions, legislation, judicial opinions, and the like, that is u ... Read more »

#Black - s Law Dictionary Revealed as Hoax

Black s Law Dictionary Revealed as Hoax

created 28/05/2003 - 11:59, updated 28/05/2003 - 12:00 by cybe

Montreal, PQ (Reuters) - Sarah Medhurst (nee Black) shocked journalists and legal scholars at a press conference held at the Black family estate Monday when she revealed that Black's Law Dictionary, a highly regarded legal reference text, was originally written as a joke by her eccentric great grandfather Henry Campbell Black.

Medhurst appeared unapologetic, suggesting that the Black family had never tried very hard to keep it a secret. Have any of you actually taken the time to read it? she asked, flipping open the renowned text. nbsp; Look at page 840 for instance. 'John-a-Nokes'? Or how about page 347? 'Correality the quality or state of being correal. She then cast a challenging look around the room.

Medhurst admitted that the entire Black family has participated in the century-long r ... Read more »

#Bipartisan group seeks criminal law changes in Michigan

LANSING, Mich. (AP) A new national group focused on criminal justice issues is prioritizing Michigan as a state where it will pursue changes.

The U.S. Justice Action Network was formed this week and includes prominent advocacy groups on the right and left including the American Civil Liberties Union and the Faith Freedom Coalition.

Advocates are combining forces to seek sweeping criminal justice changes designed to contain costs.

Republican House Speaker Kevin Cotter is applauding the nonprofit s formation and says he looks forward to finding ways to ease prisoners re-entry into society and improve their employment outlook.

The ACLU of Michigan and the Mackinac Center for Public Policy say it s time to explore overcriminalization and overcrowded prisons.

Gov. Rick Snyder outlined ideas in the spring and plans to push legislative changes this fall.

FROM: Congressional Digest, June-July 1993

Present Federal law regulating labor-management relations is largely a product of the New Deal era of the 1930s. While Congress has acted to raise the Federal minimum wage and has considered labor law reform affecting both private and public employees, no major new labor laws have been passed over the past several decades.

Early Labor Laws

[*] The Clayton Act

In response to pressure to clarify labor's position under untitrust laws, Congress, in 1914, enacted the Clayton Act, which included several major provisions protective of organized labor.

The Act stated that "the labor of a human being is not commodity or article of commerce," and provided further that nothing contained in the Federal antitrust laws:

shall be construed to forbid the existence and operation of labor. organizations. nor shall such organizations, or the members thereof, be held or construed to be illegal combinations or con ... Read more »

#Best Schools MBA Programs in MBA Project Management in South Korea 2015

MBA stands for Master in Business Administration and consists of a program of curriculum that provides a foundation in the core concepts of business, including management, finance, economics, sales, marketing, human resource management, and supply chain management.

MBA in Project Management is a truly popular degree program and each year various professionals opt for it. This degree program is designed for people who belong to technical world, and they are currently managing various business/technical projects. The Project management program major covers all the business aspects from Human Resources to Marketing and Finance.

South Korea, officially the Republic of Korea, is a sovereign country located in the southern part of the Korean Peninsula. The name "Korea" is derived from Goryeo, a dynasty which ruled in the Middle Ages. South Korea is now a liberal democracy and an economic pow ... Read more »

Network: NBC

Episodes: 34 (hour)

TV show dates: January 17, May 27,

Performers include: Kathy Bates, Nate Corddry, Karen Olivo, Mark Valley, Brittany Snow, Aml Ameen, Paul McCrane, and Christopher McDonald.

TV show description:

This legal dramedy revolves around Harriet Harry Korn (Kathy Bates), a strong-willed and sometimes grumpy former patent attorney. She doesn t believe that things happen for a reason, but discovers that they sometimes do. After Harry is abruptly fired from her blue chip law firm, she s forced to look for a fresh start and starts her own business.

Harry s world unexpectedly collides, literally, with that of college student Malcolm Davies (Aml Ameen). He s a kind-hearted young man who desperately needs her help with his pending court case. He subsequently goes to work for her as a paralegal.

Along the way, a legal hotshot ... Read more »

Trying to decipher an acronym? Attempting to understand legal jargon? The Intellectual Property glossary gives you access to definitions for Intellectual Property legal terminology commonly used in documents and court proceedings. This Intellectual Property Law glossary will help you understand the legal terms and phrases which are relevant to copyright, patent law, and areas of Intellectual Property law.

1. the act of abandoning property or a right: as a. relinquishment by an inventor of the right to enforce a patent see also dedication b. an author's relinquishment to the public domain of his.

Allegation Of Use a sworn statement signed by a trademark applicant (or a person authorized to sign on behalf of the applicant) attesting to use of the mark in commerce. The allegation of use must include one.

Appeal Old French apel, from apeler to call, accuse, appeal, from Latin appellare . a proceeding in which a case is brought before a higher court for review ... Read more »