If you've been slapped with criminal charges related to a prank you pulled on someone, you may be first stunned that it was possible, and then worried about what will happen to you. The prank may have been meant to shock people and get a laugh at one point, but if it resulted in police becoming involved or others being terrified, it can end up with you being charged. Defending against the charges involves looking at your role and whether or not the prank got out of hand.
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When you're building a homestead or the organic farm of your dreams from the ground up, it's tempting to carry that DIY ethic over to the legal aspects of buying and using property. Unfortunately, trying to figure out complex zoning laws, land use restrictions, and other legal complications related to your project on your own can lead to costly mistakes. Getting advice from the right lawyer can help you settle these four common sustainable living questions the correct way.
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Finding a divorce attorney in your own city, county, and state is not difficult. There are many divorce lawyers in this country, and they practice in every county and state in the country. Finding a divorce lawyer in another state and language, however, is much more difficult. Here are some of the hurdles you may have to jump over to find this niche practitioner of the law.
Most Lawyers Only Have Licenses to Practice Law in One State
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Does your child have autism? If so, there are many government backed programs available in public schools that can help him succeed in the classroom. If you've had a lack of success when it comes to getting your child specialized care within the public school system, it may be time to seek legal help. Here are just a few things that you should do, if you are experiencing any issues with your child's special education teacher or principal.
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If you are considering filing for bankruptcy and you rent an apartment, you'll need to be careful. Filing for bankruptcy could affect your lease agreement. Here's what you need to know.
Does your lease contain a bankruptcy clause?
Read over your lease agreement. There may be a clause in it that says your lease agreement will be terminated if you file bankruptcy. This is called an ipso facto clause. However, this clause is generally unenforceable based on bankruptcy laws.
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