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Massachusetts rentals may not require all that you think they do
Legal documentation can protect your property, children and estate in Massachusetts
Massachusetts May Have Limited Circumstances of College Liability
Trademark infringement liability might lurk in Adwords and hashtags
Check your website terms or risk legal headaches later
A new legal frontier has formed around digital currency fraud, hacking and disputes
How to seek relief when workplace stress is significant in California
California wage laws may not recognize federal ‘de minimis’ exception
DNA transfer happens even when we don't touch it, California defense attorney says
Surrogacy law in Minnesota is mostly silent, so a lawyer is essential
Alternative financing arrangements can have advantages—and disadvantages
Proceed with caution before turning your property over to strangers
Florida, and other states, use computerized formulas for bail, sentencing and parole
Rights and protections for unmarried couples in Washington State
New Voices laws give protections against media censorship
Yes, and though it’s against the law, illegal immigrants in Washington may still be deported
Attorneys overcome bias and understand victim behavior in Washington sexual misconduct lawsuits
Breastfeeding Discrimination Liability in Florida
Death caused by fentanyl can be first-degree murder
An immigration attorney tips to connect skilled students with Pennsylvania employers
Brighter IDEA: The Supreme Court has clarified standard of free, appropriate public education
“We shouldn’t punish kids for their disability”
Opioid deaths may be prosecuted as homicide in Pennsylvania
Receiving something other than money for services is still income to the IRS
If you settled a debt for less than you owed, you may owe taxes on it
Judicial use of algorithms in sentencing and bail-setting has some downsides
Certain legal documents can save your property, children and estate
Stress-based workers’ comp claims in New Jersey face a higher bar
Are your kids really the best choice to take over the company?
What attorney-client privilege means, and the exceptions to it in New Jersey
Contemporary families can have tricky planning issues
You may not inherit what you think is yours: Georgia’s intestate succession laws
J-1 visas and Conrad 30 waivers help, but they’re running out fast
Employers and foreign workers feel the squeeze on H-1Bs
Losing your job due to pregnancy is not allowed, and complications must be accommodated
Employee vs. Contractor is a critical classification in California barter arrangements
State and federal law can bite employers who misclassify their employees
Legal advice, if you have an adverse reaction in Illinois
A Maryland criminal defense attorney says it’s not as open-and-shut as you might think
If there’s reason to believe it played a part, cell phone use may make or break your case
As you age, it’s important to plan for Medicaid and/or long-term care
If you’re getting audited and haven’t paid your taxes, call a litigator immediately
Ohio takes the lead on claims against opiod manufacturers and distributors
Warranties, sales and lease fraud, and deceptive practices in Ohio
The laws and penalties for driving while texting and drowsy driving in Arkansas
How to determine fault and recover damages in a car accident suit
Save time and money while preparing for the worst in Massachusetts
Save time and money while preparing for the worst in Massachusetts
Tips for passing down the summer cottage or beach house in Massachusetts
Massachusetts’ Lemon Law protects new and used car buyers
Specialized legal help can cut through the confusion
The legal protections relating to background checks in Massachusetts
Filing an insurance lawsuit in the event of flooding, windstorms and wildfires in Texas
The disparaging restriction is out. Is the scandalous clause next?
The implications of the fine print and latest rule changes for Oregonians
Your rights and legal responsibilities regarding trees on your property
Bikes are vehicles in the eyes of the law (with a few exceptions)
Utah lowered its tolerance for drinking and driving to .05 BAC
It prohibits any drug byproduct in a driver’s bloodstream, period
Be legally prepared in case a flood, wildfire, or earthquake hits home
This classification is Uber-important for many reasons in Florida
Legal steps you can take if you’re stuck in a Florida timeshare
Being a savvy insurance consumer pays in the event of coastal storms and flooding
The legality of saying something negative about an employee in Pennsylvania
Common misconceptions in Pennsylvania family law
‘Best interests of the child’ analysis explicitly requires assessment of abuse
Holders of CDL face tough consequences in Arizona
The legal myths and facts about a persistently misunderstood concept
Marriage may be retroactive—even before Obergefell v. Hodges made it legal
Can my employer fire me for legal activities while not at work?
The state and federal laws that come into play if you work in New Jersey
Federal and New Jersey laws protect your right to compare paychecks
Things to consider include: Medicaid, LTC insurance and a trustworthy attorney
The Medicaid planning technique can allow for family gifts in New Jersey
Entering a life care community requires some legal advice
You might be able to keep an aging parent's home and qualify for Medicaid
SNTs and Pooled SNTs allow loved ones to gift money to those on government benefits
What to do if a hospital or physician improperly discloses your medical info
Most neighbor disputes will fall under nuisance
Reciprocal Easement Agreements are crucial for commercial planning in Georgia
Move-away disputes can be among the most wrenching parents—and courts—face
This option may be a good one for a foreclosure in California, but proceed with caution
Fighting insurance denial in the event of an earthquake, landslide or wildfire in California
It may sound like James Bond, but really, it’s just stealing
Illinois law provides several options to defend your home
The state’s a legally supportive stance on the family arrangement
If your license is suspended in Louisiana, you might still be able to drive for special reasons
How Ohio courts assign decision-making authorities when an elder can no longer tend to their needs
The Chapter 13 process might help you save your home from foreclosure in Ohio
U.S. Supreme Court rules that purchasers of bad debts are not subject to FDCPA
Ohio unfortunately caps damages in personal injury lawsuits
Alternative financing arrangements can have advantages—and disadvantages