Legal Articles, General Practice

What are best interests of the child?

The law requires that the courts shall take into consideration only the best interests of the child of the marriage as determined by reference to the condition, means, needs and other circumstances of the child.

What Is An Emergency Protection Order (EPO)? How do I get one?

How can I get an Emergency Protection Order in Alberta?

California Independent Contractor Law

What workers should know about their employment rights as an independent contractor in California.

What you Should Know About Employing Minors

A quick summary of regulations and general rules one should know about employing minors.

What Constitues a Legal Marriage in Georgia

A marriage license might not be the only way in which to prove a valid marriage occurred.

USEF Clarification On Amateurs

Regulations on Amateurs who have boarding barns or equine facilities

The Dangers of Electrical Injury or Electrocution

While electrical injuries may seem like an extremely small risk, electrical injuries are a real thing in the United States. This article covers major types of electrical accidents and safety tips.

USCIS Contact Centers Implement Interactive Voice Response Telephone System

On May 18, 2020, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) introduced a new interactive voice response telephone system for calls to the USCIS Contact Center.

EOIR Adds Three New Board of Immigration Appeals Members

On April 1, 2020, the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) published an interim rule expanding the size of the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) from 21 members to 23. On May 1, 2020, the EOIR announced the investiture of three new members of the BIA.

Do I Really Need an Estate Plan?

Estate planning is an essential piece of financial planning. However, when most individuals plan their finances, whether for the next five years or 50, they often forget about estate planning. In fact, approximately half of Americans don’t have a will or estate plan. On the other hand, many individuals avoid estate planning because it forces them to ask difficult questions and make difficult decisions, such as “What is my estate worth?” “What happens to my assets after I die?” “Who will care for my loved ones?” In this article, we will review the different elements that go into estate planning, reasons why you might need an estate plan, and how an estate planning attorney can help.

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