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Legalese 101: Quid Pro Quo

March 8th, 2011
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We here at FindLaw know that legal jargon can be confusing. We hear people misusing legal words and phrases all the time.

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MIP: Do I Need a Lawyer After Underage Drinking?

March 2nd, 2011
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It’s rare these days that a person makes it out of high school–let alone to age 21–without engaging in at least one instance of underage drinking. Despite its pervasiveness, underage drinking is a criminal offense and can result in prosecution… Continue reading this article, and get more legal news and information, at FindLaw.com.

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Soccer Player Kicks Owl: Video Shows Injured Bird

March 2nd, 2011
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Before the Daily Mail posted the suddenly famous owl kick video, they added “Warning: Contains animal cruelty.” It sort of reminded me of a warning from a package of cigarettes.

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What is Public Intoxication?

March 2nd, 2011
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Though she was only a passenger in the car driven by her reportedly drunk boyfriend, Christina Aguilera was arrested and cited for public intoxication earlier this week.

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Reglan Side Effects Lead to Lawsuits

March 2nd, 2011
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Metoclopramide, commonly known as Reglan, has been used for decades to treat a host of digestive ailments, such as GERD, acid reflux and heartburn.

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How to Choose Good Tenants: Landlord Tips

March 1st, 2011
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When choosing new tenants, landlords have a host of valid concerns. Besides needing someone who can pay the rent (and on time), a landlord wants a tenant who is respectful of his neighbors and the property, does not engage in… Continue reading this article, and get more legal news and information, at FindLaw.com

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Apple Small Business Support: Joint Venture

March 1st, 2011
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Apple has surprised consumers a number of times. In most recent memory, the iPod, the iPhone and the iPad.

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Got a DUI: Public Defender or Private Lawyer?

February 25th, 2011
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If you’re being charged with driving under the influence, chances are you’re going to need a DUI lawyer. But, before you make a move, you’re going to have to answer the following question. Should you “hire” a public defender, or..

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‘Kids for Cash’ Judge Jailed Kids for Kickbacks

February 23rd, 2011
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Locking kids up in juvenile detention facilities for a chance to get rich is clearly an illegal act. To do so when you’re a juvenile court judge elevates that crime to an egregious abuse of power. So when reports came..

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DMV Sued by Transgender Woman Over Privacy

February 23rd, 2011
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Though no one enjoys going to the DMV, it’s rare that anyone experiences more pain than that of boredom. Enter Thomas Demartini, one DMV employee you hope never calls your number. Amber Yust, the woman behind headlines proclaiming “Transgender Woman..

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