The Case between the Devil vs God and the First Amendment Law
Is God about to be expelled from the public schools of Florida, Alabama and Georgia? Maybe so, if the Supreme...
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Who Wants Your Stinkin' Identity?
Just give me one second... I know I've got your Social Security number, date of birth, and history of home...
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The Art of the Marquesas Islands Allures Visitors
MARQUESAS ISLANDS - A growing interest in South Pacific art has recently become evident in the United States....
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Striking a Blow for Federalism
In the cases of James Maxwell and Alvin Smith, the underlying elements are clear: The defendants liked to look...
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The Scary Stage of Retirement and Pensions
My good friend Billy Bob Rutabaga told me that he didn't just fall off the turnip truck. Billy Bob was my lab...
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Attorneys to pay Tax on Contigency Fees taken from Plaintiffs
When your clients are suing their employers, or former employees, probably the last thing on their minds is...
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Tips from Top Process Servers to Ensure You're Being Properly Served
From the time he served his first document in the 1950s, Alan Crowe made it a point to be polite: he would...
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Bicycling Tour of the Farmlands of France: Explore French Countryside with a Bicycle
BOURGES, France - The Central Loire Valley spreads like a tablecloth under Paris, a land rich in agricultural...
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New Mexico Church Gives Hope to Pregnant Teens: How A Little Church is Having Big Impact
The question is, When is a ''compelling governmental interest'' really, truly, a compelling governmental...
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Don't Hate Me Because I'm Fabulous
Being fabulous can be such a burden — the covetous glances, the minimally hushed comments (''Check her...
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Maximize Pro Bono Legal Services with Little-Known Cy Pres Awards
Pro bono legal services for Washington, DC, consumers saw a real boost this past winter with a $10-million...
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Family Law Legal Staff: What to Know About Working in a Personal Field
Clients often seek the help of a firm during a time of emotional upheaval, and that is most apparent in the...
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Cruise Through Europe in Luxury: How the Ship Became Home Away from Home
Looking back over the 12 days my husband and I spent aboard the Brilliance of the Sea, it is difficult to...
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Miranda Rights: What You Need To Know About Constitutional Protections
Verily, verily, just as the Preacher might have said, of the making of Miranda cases there shall be no end. On...
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How to Achieve Your Goals as an Attorney: No-Nonsense Advice From Deborah Schneider
Too often, people commit to law school without the foggiest notion of what it means to be an attorney, said...
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How to Take Advantage of the 'Court of Peeves' for Your Legal Practice
The Court of Peeves, Crotchets & Irks opens its April assizes with a motion from Phyllis Urban of Bedford,...
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A Beginner's Guide to Visiting Rome: Tips and Tricks for a Memorable Trip
With the eyes of the world recently focused on Rome following the death of Pope John Paul II, many who love...
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Credit Cards and Their Falling Points
Ah, the complex world of credit scoring. If only the credit reporting agencies would share their secret...
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Exploring Mediation as an Alternative to Traditional Legal Disputes
Approximately a year ago, I overheard a conversation about a divorce. ''Know any good divorce lawyers?'' my...
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Property Damage in Key Biscayne: What You Need to Know About Homeowner Insurance
Bartender Geno Marron slapped both palms down on the poolside rattan bar and delivers his rapid-fire Sonesta...
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How to Manage Tough-Luck Situations as an Attorney - Tips for Lawyers Dealing with Difficult Cases
In the summer of 2001, eight hungry beetles apparently escaped from their quarantine in a commercial nursery...
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Remember that Counselor is Another Word for Lawyer: Get to Know Melinda Sarafa
As a white-collar crime litigator and a former public defender, Melinda Sarafa has represented clients ranging...
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Understanding the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) - A Lawyer's Guide
Quick, Mom, turn on the TV. (And don't let Dad change the channel.) The newscasters in Lawrence, Kan., should...
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5 Reasons Why the CAN-SPAM Act Has Failed to Stop Unwanted Spam Emails
The CAN-SPAM Act of 2003 became effective on January 1, 2004. The Controlling the Assault of Non-Solicited...
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Resolving a Legal Dispute: How to Deal With an Indignant Father - A Guide for Attorneys
The case of Angry Father v. Fed-Up Principal , now pending in the U.S. 7th Circuit, never will be ranked among...
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Increase Your Earning Potential as a Legal Staff with a Job in Collections Law
Most paralegal courses teach extensive research, interviewing, and investigative methods. One area where...
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Discover India's Splendors Old and New with a Unique Privileged Tour
A privileged tour of India reveals wonders old and new. I had certainly seen photos of the legendary Taj...
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Understanding the Roth Rules: Tips and Strategies for Achieving Financial Security
If you're confused about which type of retirement account to choose, here's the quick and easy (and probably...
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Lucrative Legal Staff Opportunities in Real Estate Law: From Contract to Closing
In states where real estate passes hands through the aid of an attorney, paralegals and legal assistants often...
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