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29th September 2009
Under the provisions of the Fair Housing Act of 1968, every one is considered equal when trying to avail a house on rent or purchase. The act provides shield to all the classes against discrimination done by various entities involved in the US real estate... Read >
Author: Lokesh Nagpal22nd September 2009
The Fair Housing Act, developed in 1968, is a legal policy that abhors prevention and prohibition on any discrimination for the sale, rent and financing of a housing property, by the owners of the housing and direct providers. These, such as real estate o... Read >
Author: Mary D.16th September 2009
Los Angeles disability discrimination is covered under the state law Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).
FEHA is the California state equivalent of the Article VII of the Civil Rights Code of 1964 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), wher... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group15th September 2009
The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) ensures that all consumers are given an equal chance to obtain credit. This doesn’t mean all consumers who apply for credit get it: Factors such as income, expenses, debt, and credit history are considerations for... Read >
Author: wbdoyle11th September 2009
Many of us wonder even if it is this legal to do so. Well, YES, you are given the right under the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), including the right to challenge inaccurate, misleading and obsolete items appearing on your credit report. Disputing items... Read >
10th September 2009
Employment manual, also called as employee handbook, is a written guideline that will communicate the company’s policies to workers. It tells them what is the expected behavior from them as well as their responsibilities and duties at work.
When crea... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group28th August 2009
Who says discrimination is dead? Even though it is no longer that visible, it doesn’t mean that it isn’t happening. Discrimination takes place in many forms. Certain acts may be considered discriminating even if they are subtle. That is why, it is imp... Read >
Author: Victoria San19th August 2009
The Fair Housing Act in United States was passed by the House in 1968. The only function of this act is to protect the home buyer’s and the renter’s rights from any discrimination by the seller or landlord. It also prohibits inequity from the municipa... Read >
Author: Paromita Goswami15th August 2009
The Equal Employment Opportunities (EEOC) has continually scrutinized policies of some companies to implement English-only policies in the workplace.
According to the title VII of the Civil Rights Code, an employer is prohibited from discriminating an ... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group10th August 2009
Not all business partnerships pan out the way the partners (owners) hoped it would. Partnerships are actually a lot like marriage and sometimes marriages just do not work out.
Naturally, there are conflicts and disputes that arise that have to be dealt... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group10th August 2009
As a real estate agent, I deal weekly with clients that have minor to severe credit issues. Along the way, I have partnered with lenders and performed a lot of research on ways I can help my clients with credit repair. Granted when they I buy a home, I be... Read >
Author: Roby Robertson05th August 2009
Sometimes a dispute between two business partners can happen especially when one of them has violated a certain agreement. In this situation, a business should be dissolved to expel a partner, unless that the terms and conditions in expulsion is included... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group31st July 2009
Harassment creates an abusive and intimidating work environment and causes emotional distress and even economic damages to victims as it interferes with their work.
In strict legal terms, harassment is any unwelcome conduct that is based on gender, rel... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group30th July 2009
How depressing it can get when you look for a place to stay and yet there are owners who have special qualifications on their renters or buyers of their property, right? There are owners who even discriminate you because of your color, race or simply bec... Read >
Author: Flynna Sarah E. Molina24th July 2009
I am not revealing any great secret by stating that our country is in the middle of tremendously difficult economic times. The smallest businesses to the largest corporations are forced to lay off employees or close their doors altogether. It is likely ... Read >
23rd July 2009
Employers should be careful in terminating a worker to avoid costly lawsuit. To avoid legal consequences, company owners should know these termination laws:
• Generally, employers can fire anyone unless there is an agreement or contract that states... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group21st July 2009
All employee complaints of harassment, discrimination or any misconduct should be taken seriously.
An employer should be able to objectively decide what action should be taken to resolve each issue. Sometimes in order to get the truth, a workplace inv... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group20th July 2009
The housing opportunities for African-Americans during the 1950’s were harsh and discriminatory by nature. They were refused at times to rent or own a house. This went on for years but was finally apprehended when the Fair Housing Act was made as a fede... Read >
Author: F. Morgan19th July 2009
Denver Mortgage Loans : You make the choices , you are buying the home.
When buying a home, remember to shop around, to compare costs and terms, and to negotiate for the best deal There are many mortgage lenders out their. They will all have something di... Read >
Author: Robert Bell02nd July 2009
When buying a home, remember to shop around, to compare costs and terms, and to negotiate for the best deal. There are many mortgage lenders out their. They will all have something different. Your local newspaper and the Internet are good places to start ... Read >
Author: Robert Bell28th June 2009
An administrative support staff hiring takes patience, prudence, and cautious planning. Knowing in advance which functions you want each person to accomplish, what you are planning to pay, and how you are going to handle the staff are significant primary ... Read >
Author: Nick Lee19th June 2009
Employee manual preparation is essential to every business. Without clear rules and policies, employers and employees could end up taking advantage of each other.
Rules and policies should be set as to curb misunderstandings in the future. So even befo... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group13th June 2009
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission reported a significant increase of religious discrimination cases in the United States. Starting 2001, the numbers have crossed the 2000 mark with 2,127 cases and now reached a high of 3,273 cases last 2008.
... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group13th June 2009
Los Angeles Racial Discrimination attorneys take the mantle of being protectors for those who are victimized in the workplace due to their race or color.
Los Angeles employees who are discriminated upon in the workplace need not be afraid to fight fo... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group11th June 2009
Professional resume writing is not a rocket science either, provided you have the advice of a seasoned resume writer. Research figures show, one interview is granted against 200 hundred resumes, thereby realizing us the importance of a well written resume... Read >
Author: sumbal06th June 2009
There are some questions that the interviewer cannot ask you. That’s right – they CANNOT ask you certain things and you are in no way obligated to answer them. Of course, if you want to tell them how old you are how many children you have, you can, ... Read >
Author: FInancial Bailout Products05th June 2009
When it comes to leasing an Apartment Finder and Rental Services, several state and federal laws were enacted to ensure the equal opportunity in housing for all people.
The Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibits all racial discrimination in the rental of p... Read >
Author: baji06th May 2009
Lenders who provide mortgage loans on a discriminatory basis may face liability under the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, which prohibits discrimination in credit. The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) prohibits a wide array of discriminatory lending on t... Read >
Author: Nick Adama05th May 2009
Employment law covers duties and rights within the relationship of current employers and employees, former employees, and job applicants. Due to the complex issues surrounding employment relationship, this branch of law is involved with different kinds of... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group20th April 2009
By law, your employer may not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age (over 40), citizenship, pregnancy, or disability. The California Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title VII of the federal Civil Rights Act o... Read >
Author: Elizabeth L. Riles10th March 2009
According to the Fair Housing Act, discriminatory practices include several behaviors, such as representing "to any person because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status, or national origin that any dwelling is not available for inspecti... Read >
Author: Greg Smith09th January 2009
Wrongful Termination
Being discharged or fired due to reasons that may seem unfair may be considered as a violation of one of your rights. Even though employees in virtually all states work "at will," in which employees have a right to quit with or wit... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group09th January 2009
Employment law involves complicated issues and aspects related to one’s employment or work. It deals with how employees and employers should act and perform each duty in the company to avoid disputes or disagreements.
This law also states the provis... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group30th November 2008
Nowadays, finding a good paying job can be tiresome due to the intense competition among individuals. Though finding one is hard, people will not stop until they succeed in their goals. At times, even if a person tried really hard in order to be employed,... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group30th November 2008
There are two genders that exist, namely men and women. Both sexes are equally talented and skilled in their own chosen fields or areas. In employment, men and women often work together to produce good results. There is a variation with regards to the cap... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group30th November 2008
Employment agreement or contract is vital in business especially if it is fully understood and abided. It displays trust and assurance between employers and employees, which are the foundation of a healthy business and strong relationship.
Also, throug... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group18th November 2008
Almost every endeavor where men are engaged in (this includes athletics, employment, politics, and academics), women also possess the skill to perform equally and succeed.
However, gender or sex discrimination has a very long history and until now, d... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group30th October 2008
A credit score is an indicator of how likely you are to default on a loan or credit card. Your credit score is determined by a combination of the following:
1. Payment History. Do you pay your bills on time? Are there recent late payments? How many... Read >
Author: John Rasor17th October 2008
ere are many forms of credit but the one were concerned about is this one: the provision of money, goods, or services with the expectation of future payment. Now Fico is the measurement of your credit risk which is translated into a numerical score betwee... Read >
Author: Ric Bai17th September 2008
Employment agreement or contract is vital in a business especially if it is fully understood and abided. It displays trust and assurance among employers and employees, which are the foundation of a healthy business and strong relationship.
Also, throug... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group29th July 2008
It's no surprise that when the economy takes a nose dive, people get extremely anxious about money. And what do we do in this country when we are low on cash? That's right, WE SUE! All of a sudden seemingly normal people start paying closer attention t... Read >
Author: Eric D. Patrick, Esq07th July 2008
Under the terms of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act all lenders are required to apply the same credit standards to all customers regardless of race, gender, marital status, religion, national origin, age and several other criteria. The Act does not give a... Read >
Author: Donald Saunders01st July 2008
Employment Discrimination cases under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination succeed or fail based on whether they can satisfy certain proof requirements.
First, a plaintiff must show membership in a protected class. Under New Jersey?s Law Against Di... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer08th May 2008
There are certain forms of workplace discrimination that are not allowed in the United States under the Employment Law. The employer must be discriminating on the basis of a protected category in order for the discrimination to be considered illegal.
S... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group01st May 2008
Discrimination can negatively affect a person’s right to fair opportunities. Being discriminated against and treated unfairly has adverse effects on a person’s morale. It is degrading to one’s self-esteem to be rejected or singled-out based on certa... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group01st 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 Group29th April 2008
Now a days internet has given us an optimal and easy way to search everything, existing in the world. If you are looking online for your next job, means you can explore several opportunities that can lead to a bright future. By surfing on internet through... Read >
Author: webmaster12329th April 2008
Now a days internet has given us an optimal and easy way to search everything, existing in the world. If you are looking online for your next job, means you can explore several opportunities that can lead to a bright future. By surfing on internet through... Read >
Author: webmaster12329th April 2008
Now a days internet has given us an optimal and easy way to search everything, existing in the world. If you are looking online for your next job, means you can explore several opportunities that can lead to a bright future. By surfing on internet thr... Read >
Author: webmaster12317th April 2008
Now a days internet has given us an optimal and easy way to search everything, existing in the world. If you are looking online for your next job, means you can explore several opportunities that can lead to a bright future. By surfing on internet through... Read >
Author: webmaster12326th March 2008
There are about one million Americans living in Mexico at this time. Some of them moved there to enjoy their retirement, open up a business or simply move to the other side of the border because it is cheaper for them to cross the bridge every day than to... Read >
Author: Luisrc01st July 2007
Why are we not ALL covered under the Discrimination Laws?
The thought that “All Men are Created Equal” was one of the founding building blocks of this great country. Unfortunately, it is historically correct to say that we have not always lived up ... Read >
Author: Barger Specialties LLC29th June 2007
The laws that deal with discrimination in Real Estate date back to the years right after the American Civil War. These discrimination laws apply to Real Estate investors also.
The American Civil Rights Act of 1866 prohibited discrimination in the renta... Read >
Author: Barry Waxler30th May 2007
There are many different hospitals that you can find in various parts of the world. Some of these hospitals like Christ hospital in New Jersey are affiliated with religious faiths. Unlike some hospitals where a person’s faith is considered as being the ... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu09th February 2007
Sadly, dishonest activity exists in the marketplace. The good news is that the federal government has passed laws that protect home buyers from the negative affects of these unscrupulous activities. As a home buyer, there are certain rights granted to y... Read >
Author: david smith03rd January 2007
There is a command called the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) which watches out for discrimination on:
- Race
- Sex
- Marital status
- Religion
- Age
- National origin
Creditors have the right to ask for this information but not to use it aga... Read >
Author: Martin Rogers30th December 2006
According to the Federal Trade Commission - you see the advertisements in newspapers, on TV, and on the Internet. You hear them on the radio. You get fliers in the mail. You may even get calls from telemarketers offering credit repair services.
Do yo... Read >
Author: Michael Saunders07th September 2006
Renting a boat provides the ultimate freedom with all necessary support just a phone call away. The only criterion to be taken into account is that the boat can be rented only by people older that 18 years. They should be able to provide a valid driver's ... Read >
Author: Andrej Koprivec23rd July 2006
Maybe you're buying your first home in Alabama, or perhaps you're relocating to Alabama from another state. Either way, it's important that you educate yourself on Alabama home loans before shopping for a home and mortgage. This article explains what you'... Read >
Author: Jessica Elliott23rd July 2006
Maybe you're buying your first home in Kansas, or perhaps you're relocating to Kansas from another state. Either way, it's important that you educate yourself on Kansas home loans before shopping for a home and mortgage. This article explains what you'll ... Read >
Author: Jessica Elliott29th October 2005
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, and sex.
Federal law is broken into two categories: Quid Pro Quo and Hostile Environment. This article will focus on Quid Pro Quo... Read >
Author: Rhonda Goetz10th October 2005
California's new Sexual Harassment Prevention law goes into effect on January 1, 2006. With this deadline looming, business owners are scrambling for compliance information.
I was speaking recently at a business network meeting when a business owner... Read >
Author: Rhonda Goetz
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