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The Path to Describe the 1976 Copyright Act

23rd September 2009
The Copyright Act of 1976 greatly enhanced copyright protections. Periods of protection, which were previously tied to a complex renewal scheme, now tolled on the creator's death, adding 50 years of protection after that point. The fair use doctrine, whic... Read >
Author: Nathan Moore

WHAT IS PEACE OF MIND WORTH TO YOU?

10th September 2009
WHAT IS PEACE OF MIND WORTH TO YOU? Dying intestate (without a valid will) causes problems for those that are left behind. Most people wrongly assume that their house and savings will go to their spouse but that is not necessarily true. The courts... Read >
Author: Solminds

Trademark Law

07th September 2009
In the U.S., trademark law regulates registered and unregistered trademarks. It also regulates service marks, although service marks have less legal authority. Trademark law protects the creator of a unique phrase, design, image, word, name, or logo so th... Read >
Author: David Done

The Party Wall Act…

02nd September 2009
The Party Wall Act makes provision in respect of party walls and excavation and construction in proximity to certain buildings or structures. The 1996 Amendment to the Act was introduced to govern disputes between property owners that share a party wall. ... Read >
Author: mohsin

The Party Wall Act…

01st September 2009
The Party Wall Act makes provision in respect of party walls and excavation and construction in proximity to certain buildings or structures. The 1996 Amendment to the Act was introduced to govern disputes between property owners that share a party wall. ... Read >
Author: mohsin

The Party Wall Act…

30th August 2009
The Party Wall Act makes provision in respect of party walls and excavation and construction in proximity to certain buildings or structures. The 1996 Amendment to the Act was introduced to govern disputes between property owners that share a party wall... Read >
Author: mohsin

Contract Law In Ontario Today

18th August 2009
(extracted from Ben-zvi Barrister & Solicitor, 416-568-1411, www.contractlawtoronto.com, 10 Milner Business Court, Suite 210, Toronto, Ontario, M1B3C6) What is a contract? A) What is a Contract? A contract is an exchange of promises between two o... Read >
Author: howng050

Car Accident Legal Advice

15th August 2009
When we speak about the motor vechile accidents, we consider all the aspects responsible for the accident and the amount of compensation you are likely to attain from the person or party at fault. The road accident legislations obviously reveals what the ... Read >
Author: Jamie Hanson

Family Law: The differences between married and cohabiting couples

10th August 2009
Cohabiting couples are unmarried couples who live together. There are now more cohabiting couples than ever, with over two million in the UK. The family environment in many of these cases is very similar to married couples, but the legal rules applying to... Read >
Author: amnorge

Understanding Easements

31st July 2009
An easement is a right to use real property in possession of another person for a stated purpose. An easement is considered a property right in itself at common law and is still treated as a type of property in most jurisdictions. Although sometimes they... Read >
Author: Andrew Smith

Asbestos Related Claims

28th July 2009
Asbestos, a common material found in insulation, has caused numerous health benefits to those exposed. Many of these health problems have not surfaced until significantly past the exposure period. Many victims of asbestos exposure find it difficult to nav... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer

What types of offenses are covered under criminal law

23rd July 2009
Criminal law classifies offenses according to it severity. For example, crimes against property, the seriousness of a crime is matched with the value of the property. The more the property value, the seriousness of the crime goes up. For crimes against hu... Read >
Author: Ray Mason

Trademark Registration-Benefits of trademark registration in India

20th July 2009
Trademark registration is the most important piece of a company’s intellectual property protection program, which remains an unexplained process for most people. The average businessperson understands that trademark rights are very important. Without tr... Read >
Author: sonu yadav

Trademark Registration-Benefits of trademark registration in India

17th July 2009
Trademark registration is the most important piece of a company’s intellectual property protection program, which remains an nexplained process for most people. The average businessperson understands that trademark rights are very important. Without tra... Read >
Author: sonu yadav

Criminal Negligence and Dangerous Operation of Vessels

01st July 2009
Serious regulation of various criminal issues while controlling a boat can seem not very serious to most of the people, still it is very important to remember that a boat accident can lead to very serious consequences and in this article we will show you ... Read >
Author: john metthew

Easements and Covenants

01st July 2009
A short reply to the question what are Easements and Covenants sounds: Easements are documents that provide a person with a rights to property, Covenants are document that contain rules limiting the usage of the property. A more detailed answer follows. ... Read >
Author: Matt Traverso

Canadian Matrimonial Property Law

30th June 2009
While mostly weddings are considered to be the alliances of hearts and souls, every wedding also has a legal background, changes in rights and most important changes in property. In Canada the Matrimonial Property is described as property owned by one or ... Read >
Author: john metthew

Hit and Run or Failure to Stop at Scene of an Accident

28th June 2009
While the crime described in this article is pretty common it still has some controversial sides and in some cases there is a possibility that it was not caused by some criminal intentions. Usually after a motor accident occurs the involved drivers must n... Read >
Author: john metthew

Self-Defense Law in Canada

23rd June 2009
Self-Defense is one of the most controversial of all the possible law problems mostly because it is usually hard to define when it self defense and when not. In Canada self-defense is defined in the Canadian Criminal Code. In the common law tradition self... Read >
Author: Matt Traverso

Common Law Liability of Dog Owners - Part #3

15th June 2009
Contributory Negligence The concept of contributory negligence and assumption of risk may also apply in cases involving dog bite injuries. The phrase "contributory negligence" refers to the negligent conduct of the person who was bitten by the dog. If ... Read >
Author: Christopher M Davis, Attorney At Law

Trademark Registration in India Get Details about India Trademark Office, India Trademark Search

11th June 2009
A ‘Mark` may consist of a word or invented word, signature, device, letter, numeral, brand, heading, label, name written in a particular style, the shape of goods other than those for which a mark is proposed to be used, or any combination thereof or a ... Read >
Author: sonu yadav

Trademark Registration in India Get Details about India Trademark Office, India Trademark Search, In

10th June 2009
A ‘Mark` may consist of a word or invented word, signature, device, letter, numeral, brand, heading, label, name written in a particular style, the shape of goods other than those for which a mark is proposed to be used, or any combination thereof or a ... Read >
Author: sonu yadav

Understand the Difference between an Assault and a Battery

03rd June 2009
Assault and Battery are very common violations that mostly lead to personal injury cases. The definitions of these violations are different but still are present in all the law traditions. So while being in a foreign country it is better to know the local... Read >
Author: Matt Traverso

Common Law Liability of Dog Owners - Part #2

01st June 2009
First, a common law claim against a dog owner may be pursued in addition to a claim brought under Washington?s specific dog bite statute. The two types of claims are not mutually exclusive. Thus, a bite victim can pursue both common law and statutory vi... Read >
Author: Christopher M Davis, Attorney At Law

Common Law Liability of Dog Owners - Part #1

18th May 2009
Washington State's "Dog Bite Statute" holds dog owners strictly liable for damages caused by injuries inflicted by their dogs. The phrase "strictly liable" means that the dog owner is liable regardless of whether the owner knew about the dog's dangerous ... Read >
Author: Christopher M Davis, Attorney At Law

Grand Jury Indictment and the Canadian Law

14th May 2009
Grand jury is a type of jury that determines whether there is enough evidence for a trial, in common law. Usually the grand juries carry out this duty ether by examining evidence presented by a prosecutor and issuing indictments or by investigating allege... Read >
Author: Kevin Johnson

Dangers Resulting From Negligence

28th April 2009
General Negligence General negligence is a legal concept often used as basis to obtain compensation for injuries and damages under the common law. It is considered as a type of tort or civil wrong utilized in filing claims. Negligence claims cover a... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Different Ways to Hold Title to Property

31st March 2009
Whenever you are looking to purchase a home, questions about tenancy in common and joint tenancy might come up when there are several individuals. These persons might be common law partners, a married couple, a single parent with a child of legal age, bro... Read >
Author: Curtis

Real Estate and Property In Thailand: Legal Information for Prospective Property Buyers

25th March 2009
Thailand is one of the most exotic and beautiful locations in the world. For this reason, it is one of the top tourist destinations and continues to draw new arrivals each year. Many of those coming to Thailand eventually decide to remain in the country a... Read >
Author: Benjamin W. Hart, Esq.

Seven Techniques to Make Tax Time Less Taxing

25th March 2009
Most of us would rather do anything than file our taxes. Even if you have professional help, it’s your responsibility to get the information together. So, here are seven quick tips to help make tax time less taxing for you: - Remember that your inc... Read >
Author: Colette Robicheau

The Wrongful Death Of A Child - Part One

09th March 2009
Nothing is perhaps more tragic or sad than the wrongful death of a child. As a parent myself, I cannot imagine anything much more painful than the thought of losing one of my own children. I can only guess how painful this loss must be for a parent. Th... Read >
Author: Christopher M Davis, Attorney At Law

Do You Need The Help of a Lawyer Due To A Work Injury?

03rd March 2009
Being involved in a workplace accident can leave you hurt, frustrated, and with a lot of questions. If you are wondering if you need the help of a work injury lawyer, answering these 6 questions can help you decide if seeking legal help for your work inju... Read >
Author: Sharron Ruston

Understanding the Basics of Wrongful Death Statutes

24th February 2009
Wrongful Death Deaths due to accidents are one of the leading causes of fatalities in the U.S. According to the National Safety Council, there is an occurrence of a fatal injury every five minutes. In 2003, about 101,500 accidental deaths occurred in t... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Trademark and Service Mark Issues in Internet Law

07th January 2009
Trademarks and service marks are a type of intellectual property used to distinguish goods (trademarks) or services (service marks). Trademarks and service marks can be phrases, logos, slogans, designs, images, or any combinations of the same. Trademarks ... Read >
Author: Ethan Watts

LA Injury Claim Attorneys & the Law

03rd January 2009
LA injury claim attorney can help victims of personal injury cases in California facilitate their claim for damages against the erring party. Save some common laws made by California courts peculiar only to it, this action is generally covered by existing... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Defense against Unfair Competition

28th November 2008
Unfair Competition is a deceitful, fraudulent or dishonest business method or trade practice to gain unfair advantage over competitors. Unfair Competition has two broad categories: 1. Unfair Competition, which refers to torts that are intended to co... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Common Law Contract Enforcement Requirements: Privity

02nd October 2008
Privity of contract is one of the most basic rules of the common law of contract and one of the defining tests for the validity of any contract. This doctrine essentially determines who is a party to contract and who may rely upon the rights granted under... Read >
Author: Rebecca Lim

Defense against Unfair Competition

17th September 2008
Unfair Competition is a deceitful, fraudulent or dishonest business method or trade practice to gain unfair advantage over competitors. Unfair Competition has two broad categories: 1. Unfair Competition - refers to business tactics that are intended... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Legal translations in real estate transactions

05th September 2008
All binding legal documents relating to an Italian real estate transaction must be written in Italian, independently from the nationality of the parties. Italian legal writing is highly technical, ritualistic and often archaic due to the close links with... Read >
Author: Priya Singh

Legal translations in real estate transactions

05th September 2008
All binding legal documents relating to an Italian real estate transaction must be written in Italian, independently from the nationality of the parties. Italian legal writing is highly technical, ritualistic and often archaic due to the close links with... Read >
Author: Priya Singh

Buyer Beware - Partnership Homes.

05th September 2008
Even though realty prices have dropped recently, it can still be difficult to get started on your own. This is one reason why some home buyers share their first investment in realty. Usually this joint venture will be with a friend or with a 'common-la... Read >
Author: Todd Levinson

Dog Bite Injury- Who is liable under the Dog Bite Law

23rd July 2008
Every year there are approximately 3 million people that are bitten by dogs and statistics show that most victims are children. Dog bite is not as simple as it seems to appear. It may result to serious injuries like: • Lacerations • Punctures... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

A Few Defenses to Fault Divorce

23rd July 2008
Fault divorces used to be the only way to break a marriage, and people who had differences, but did not qualify as "at fault", only had the option to separate. In the United States, New York is the only state that still requires fault for a divorce. Prio... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Illegitimacy Issues of Paternity

23rd July 2008
In law, Paternity is the legal acknowledgment of the parental relationship between a man and a child usually based on several factors. Under common law, a child born to the wife during a marriage is usually presumed to be the husband's child. This concep... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Nonnegotiable Contracts

18th July 2008
In law of business, the Standard Form Contract is one of its main topics. A standard form contract is a contract between two parties that does not allow for negotiation, or more commonly defined as the “take it, or leave it”. It is often a contract ... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

How Teleconferencing Services and New Communication Offerings Can Help Product Liability Groups

18th July 2008
Product liability is the framework of legal decisions and the statutes which impose costs on manufacturers of products whose use might cause injury to consumers. The objectives of product liability statutes and common law doctrines are worthy. Originally ... Read >
Author: Linda Rogers

What Constitutes Adverse Possession?

03rd July 2008
Copyright (c) 2008 Parmdeep Vadesha Adverse land possession is a common law practice wherein someone acquires title to another person's land after occupying such property for a number of years without challenge or permission from the true owner. The... Read >
Author: Parmdeep Vadesha

Differs By State

19th June 2008
Different countries have different jurisdictions, apart from common law. Different jurisdiction dictates different procedures in law processes, especially when it comes to divorce laws in the US. Divorce in the United States is a matter of state rather th... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Get Legal Advice on Wills, Probate and HIPS with Solicitors London

05th June 2008
London solicitors offer advice on legal proceedings. They can help people draw up wills to dictate how the estate will be divided after they are gone. Solicitors of London can help with probate issues as well. They can walk you through any issues that ari... Read >
Author: waynehelmore1

My Product is Better Than Yours…But Can I Say That?

14th May 2008
My Product is Better Than Yours…But Can I Say That? (Friday, March 28, 2008 ) - James Katz Comparative advertising continues to be one of the most popular forms of promoting consumer products in the marketplace. According to Advertising Standar... Read >
Author: envseo

No Win no Fee Culture Does Not Always Fit

07th May 2008
No win no fee has been a wonderful breakthrough to offer justice to many people who could otherwise not afford legal representation. However it is also still a hugely risky proposition for both parties and the nature of the British legal system can ofte... Read >
Author: Jemma

Reciprocating Retaliation with West Los Angeles Employment Lawyers

07th May 2008
In West Los Angeles, there is seemingly a large number of business establishments. Doing business in this area of Los Angeles is a lucrative endeavor. With the boost of business, it created economic advantages within the region, and it generated jobs... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

A Laborer’s Labor

02nd May 2008
Employment is a contract between two parties, one being the employer and the other being the employee. A contract of employment is a category of contract used in labor law to attribute rights and responsibilities between parties to a bargain. On the one ... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Through the Bloodline

02nd May 2008
In law, Paternity is the legal acknowledgment of the parental relationship between a man and a child usually based on several factors. Under common law, a child born to the wife during a marriage is usually presumed to be the husband's child. Visit the A... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Protect Yourself from Discriminatory Acts

01st May 2008
People may be of different color, race, national origin, age, gender, religion, and sexual orientation. However, such differences should not be the reasons to single out others from a group or organization. Exercising prejudice against an individual for h... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Petitioning for an Appeal

26th April 2008
In law, an appeal is a process for requesting a formal change to an official decision. The specific procedures for appealing, including even whether there is a right of appeal from a particular type of decision, can vary greatly from country to country. E... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Accidents in the Road

18th April 2008
An accident is a specific, identifiable, unexpected and external event which occurs in a particular time and place without apparent or deliberate cause but with marked effects. It implies a generally negative probabilistic outcome which may have been avoi... Read >
Author: Christine Layug

Corporate Manslaughter Act

07th April 2008
More people are killed at work than die in wars each year. In the UK about 400 people (employees, self-employed people, and members of the public) are killed in incidents through the operation of commerce each year. From 6 April 2008, companies and org... Read >
Author: Jason Taylor

Adverse Land Possession

07th April 2008
Traditional common law provides a method to claim the title to a land through use. The law rules for adverse land possession are codified under various laws. They allow a person to assign a title to a land from the owner just by using the land, out in ope... Read >
Author: Parmdeep Vadesha

Medical Liens and Patient Payment in North Carolina

14th March 2008
INTRODUCTION The traumatically brain injured constitute an ever growing segment of our population. Each year, approximately 1.4 million people sustain a traumatic brain injury in the United States. The costs of a brain injury are not purely financial. ... Read >
Author: Perry Fisher

Investing in real estate in Cyprus

23rd January 2008
Cyprus lies quite near the Mediterranean Sea's calm, soothing and clear water, and also enjoys natural sunlight for about three hundred and twenty days annually. These features make Cyprus a perfect vacation spot and agreat hunt for various property inves... Read >
Author: Christou

Bad Tenants Make You Big Money

10th November 2007
Ever thought bad tenants were (ofcourse they are) , well the key to earning instead of losing from bad tenants is simple to sell all there stuff. It might sound a little mean at first but if done right you can gain everything they own literally. Liquidate... Read >
Author: Michael_Keen

Want fast motor insurance for drunk drivers - Find the right package

03rd September 2007
This short report aims to assist you in getting lower premiums. A few methods exist to assist you in lowering your motor insurance for drunk drivers yearly costs. Some involve finding the right companies to get quotes from although other methods take plac... Read >
Author: dyouell

Investment Property UK

23rd August 2007
Today individuals have started acquiring real estate investment property abroad as well. One of the most targeted countries for property investment is the UK. With its common law legal tradition, the investors can rely greatly on the legal safety of their... Read >
Author: Allan

Researching Divorce Lawyers in Washington

14th August 2007
Divorce is a legislatively enacted, judicially administered action which legally terminates a marriage considered irretrievably broken by one or both of the spouses. Divorce is also known by the term “dissolution of marriage”. Because divorce is entir... Read >
Author: Mckinley Irvin

Insurance Policy Classification News

07th August 2007
Classification of insurance policy terms assumes: express terms - the conditions,that are contained in the insurance policy (for example, damages must be payed during 7 days after insured accident became) and implied terms - the terms, that aren’t i... Read >
Author: fatalus

Examples of Insurance Accident News

07th August 2007
Examples of insurance accidentPosted in News by Addy on Jun 20th, 2007 | Edit ThisIn case of accident insurance the insurers agree to pay the defined sum to suffered person for arm or leg loss.The insurer’s right on producing the claims to guilty si... Read >
Author: fatalus

The Tenant Responsibility for Maintenance and Repair within a Tenancy Agreement

24th July 2007
Responsibility within a tenancy agreements One of the major issues relating to the renting and letting of property is that of maintenance and repair regarding the tenancy agreement. Who's responsible if the roof starts leaking,the central heating system... Read >
Author: Propertyhawk

Property in Jamaica

29th June 2007
Buying property in Jamaica can prove to be a sound investment however like most housing markets it all depends on location and your future buyers or renters. Overseas buyers returning to Jamaica will have money in their pockets gained from owning a home i... Read >
Author: nicholas marr

How To Keep A Girl's Attention - An Absolute Must Read For You!

15th June 2007
This is where most people miss out. They might have the most good looking faces and enough money to flaunt but when it comes to keeping someone's attention for a long duration they tend to stumble. Keeping someone's attention can be a great art which can ... Read >
Author: sunny arora

Want the best car insurance for convicted drivers - Find the right package

15th May 2007
The goal of this short article is to help you lower the costs of your cover. Many techniques are available to help reduce your car insurance for convicted drivers costs. Most are straight forward and can be applied at quotations stage although other metho... Read >
Author: dyouell

Want fast convicted driver insurance - Broker or Direct ?

03rd May 2007
Want fast convicted driver insurance - Broker or Direct ? The goal of this short article is to help you lower the costs of your cover. Simple but legal steps can be taken to help reduce your convicted driver insurance outgoing's. Most are straight forw... Read >
Author: dyouell

Want quotations for motor insurance for banned driver - Find the right package

02nd May 2007
Want quotations for motor insurance for banned driver - Find the right package This short report aims to assist you in getting lower premiums. Simple but legal steps can be taken to help reduce your motor insurance for banned driver premiums. Lots of t... Read >
Author: dyouell

Legal Mortgage

06th February 2007
A mortgage is a method of using property (real or personal) as security for the payment of a debt. It is an arrangement whereby a lender (the mortgagee) dispenses money to a borrower (the mortgagor), having the mortgagor's assets as collateral. Mortgages... Read >
Author: idtbusiness

What is Property Law?

12th December 2006
Property law falls into the common law legal system and concerns all aspects of ownership of 'real' property (land ownership as opposed to ownership of movable possessions) and personal property (movable possessions). The concept of property law has be... Read >
Author: Mort Fertel

Puzzles of Property Market

13th November 2006
Cool, sleek, swish, slick and all the other words that go their inadequate way to expressing the luxury and joy of a Nothing but where you live your life, means your home. And that has all the style and sheer gorgeousness that you might expect from a buil... Read >
Author: Onlineghar Ghar

What is a franchise agreement?

19th July 2006
Franchise Agreements As a Franchisee, what terms would you expect to see? It may come as a surprise that there is no legislation specific to franchising in the United Kingdom. As a consequence a franchisor is at liberty to strike whatever bargain it... Read >
Author: Joel Bissitt

Landlord's Corner - Abandonment Clauses In Leases

29th June 2006
A. Self Help Evictions Ohio Revised Code Section 5321.15 prohibits what are known in Ohio as self help evictions. A self help eviction is when the landlord locks the tenant out and/or disposes of the tenant's property without going through the statuto... Read >
Author: Eric E Wilson & Andrew J. Ruzicho II

Landlord's Corner - Unauthorized Entry and ORC 5321.04 and 5321.05

29th June 2006
Landlord's Corner - Unauthorized Entry and ORC 5321.04 and 5321.05 There are some landlords out there who feel that they can enter upon property they have rented to another without taking any steps to alert the renter or seek the renterǬ's permissi... Read >
Author: Eric E Wilson & Andrew J. Ruzicho II

DNA Paternity Testing and Child Support

28th June 2006
Part One of a two-part series about the legal implications of DNA paternity testing While laws currently vary among states, one common thread connecting cases involving custody and child support is the need to establish proof-of-relationship. In t... Read >
Author: 10x Marketing

Mortgage Information for the creditor and debtor

23rd June 2006
A mortgage is a process of using assets as security for the compensation of a debt. The term mortgage refers to the legal apparatus used in securing a property; however it is also normally used to refer to the debt secured by the mortgage. In the majority... Read >
Author: Robin Stevens

Buying a Franchise- What Every Entrepreneur Needs to Know.

31st August 2005
The concept of franchising is a couple of centuries old. The franchising business and world economies have developed simultaneously. The term 'franchise' comes from old French where it meant freedom, or privilege. Franchising goes back to the feudal times... Read >
Author: Howard Schwartz

KNOW YOUR RIGHTS

06th January 2005
Domain Name Registrations Generally As a general rule, you can register any domain name that is not already registered (subject to trademark considerations discussed below). If your domain name is sufficiently distinctive, for example, jtdbizopps.co... Read >
Author: Elena Fawkner