The use of a copyright notice is no longer required under U. S. law, but you should still give notice whenever possible. Because prior law did contain such a requirement, however, the use of notice is still relevant to the copyright status of older works. Under the 1976 Copyright Act, creators of covered works were […]

How would you like it if your home were suddenly declared a toxic waste site, Sound like something out of Ripley’s “Believe it or Not!”, Yet in today’s topsy-turvy world, that is exactly what some people are proposing. If you have any land with horses, cattle, chickens or other livestock on it, you have reason […]

If you shop with a major bank, chances are that all the transactions in your account are scrutinized by AML (Anti Money Laundering) software. Billions of dollars are being invested in these applications. They are supposed to track suspicious transfers, deposits, and withdrawals based on overall statistical patterns. Bank directors, exposed, under the Patriot Act, […]

Indiana criminal records describe any arrests and subsequent dispositions attributable to an individual. Thus, most of the databases contain only Indiana criminal records of arrests and convictions. Minor misdemeanors are usually not included as the State does not require law enforcement officers and criminal justice agents to make fingerprint cards of such. Indiana criminal records […]

The defendant, Steria, terminated the agreement with Peregrine Systems alleging that it was entitled to terminate the contract between the parties as a result of delays and commercial misstatements. Steria also claimed damages from Peregrine. In return, Peregrine brought proceedings against Steria for money owed under the contract. Initially, the Court held that Peregrine had […]

Copyright 2006 Mary Greenwood Anything can be negotiated if you are in the proper emotional state of mind and know the strategies and tactics needed to close the deal. Here are five more rules that will help you Negotiate Like A Pro. 1. Get A Reality Check. What Is It Worth, Whether it is a […]

Given that there are more than 12 million illegal immigrants in the United States and that information on U.S citizens is scattered across various databases all over 3,142 counties, it is safe to conclude that an instant background check is not possible at present. Yet, there are innumerable companies that purportedly offer instant background checks. […]

Child support plays an important role when it comes to caring for children in need. Child support is provided for single parents to make sure their child/children lives a comfortable life style. Child support laws in Nebraska will provide services to help the custodial and non-custodial parent provide for their children. Applying for child support […]

If you have recently been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may find yourself in a sea of lawyers without knowing which one to choose. After being injured, many individuals turn to lawyers for help in protecting their rights and helping to ensure they are fairly compensated for lost wages, […]

Florida’s Homestead protections are actually three distinct protections under Florida law, each with a different purpose and effect: asset protection, reduced property taxes, and protection of surviving spouses and minor children. Each is explained below. The Florida Constitution exempts homestead property from levy and execution by most creditors. So long as the property qualifies as […]