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Asylum in the USA

U.S. immigration law includes protections for “asylees” and “refugees. The main difference between asylum and refugee status is how the applications are filed.

What is a "Lady Bird Deed"?

Lady Bird Deeds also known as Enhanced Life Estate Deeds can be used in Florida to avoid probate.

Know the Law – Initiative 502

Initiative 502 legalized marijuana use for adults however there are still a number of restrictions. It is important for you to be aware of the following laws...

QUICK TIPS: EMPLOYERS VIEWING EMPLOYEES PERSONAL EMAIL

QUICK TIPS: EMPLOYERS VIEWING EMPLOYEES PERSONAL EMAIL

QUICK TIP: AVOID MISCLASSIFICATION CLAIMS - GUARANTEED REGULATORY AND LEGISLATIVE COMPLIANCE

QUICK TIP: AVOID MISCLASSIFICATION CLAIMS - GUARANTEED REGULATORY AND LEGISLATIVE COMPLIANCE

QUICK TIPS: US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ADVISORY OPINIONS

QUICK TIPS: US DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ADVISORY OPINIONS

QUICK TIP: MONITORING EMPLOYEES' PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS

QUICK TIP: MONITORING EMPLOYEES' PERSONAL COMMUNICATIONS

CASE SUMMARY: PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION ACT PROTECTS BREASTFEEDING

CASE SUMMARY: PREGNANCY DISCRIMINATION ACT PROTECTS BREASTFEEDING

Predatory Lending

There is no simple checklist for determining whether a particular loan or loan program is predatory. Loan terms that are helpful to one borrower may be harmful to others. For example, it is important to distinguish subprime lending from predatory lending.

To Terminate or Not to Terminate

California Labor Code §1400 affords us the following definitions: under Sec. (c) layoff means a “separation from a position for lack of funds or lack of work.”

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