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New Rules for Work Experience for Special Religious Workers

In a decision issued by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit in Shalom Pentecostal Church v. Acting Secretary DHS, 783 F.3d 156 (3d Cir. 2015), held that USCIS had exceeded its authority in enacting regulations found in 8 C.F.R. sections 204.5(m)(4) and (11).

From In House To Working From Out Of My House: 4 Months Later

Business Law, Law Practice, Venture Law, Solo Practice

Civility in the Practice of the Law - What Winnie the Pooh Can Teach Lawyers About How We Operate

Addresses the importance of civility in the practice of the law, in particular, focuses on various techniques one may employ to hold his or her ground but remain civil.

Custody Reform: Child Custody Laws Moving Towards Equal Time

There has been an increasing push for child custody laws across the country to be reformed so as to ensure children get equal time with both parents.

Warning Signs an Ex May be Hiding Assets in a Divorce

No one will argue with the assertion that divorce is a stressful time. Part of what makes the process so nerve-wracking is that you often have little concrete evidence that your ex-spouse is treating you fairly and respecting the rules of the court.

Chapter 7 v Chapter 13

Compare Chapter 7 to Chapter 13, which is right for you

Bankruptcy Overview

A Brief Overview of Bankruptcy

An Overview of Mediation in California Personal Injury

Many personal injury cases end up in mediation. Litigation is often expensive, time-consuming, and emotionally draining. Mediation is generally a cheaper, faster, easier alternative to litigation.

California’s Good Samaritan Law

In California, there is no duty to rescue or assist another person who is in danger or in an emergency situation. This means that you cannot be held liable for not helping out; neither a lawsuit nor criminal charges can be filed.

Sports and Assumption of Risk

Sports and athletic activities can be dangerous to both players and spectators. Players risk being tackled, tripping while running, being hit with a ball or puck, or being fouled by another player.

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