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Collective Enfranchisement - A Brief Introduction

Collective enfranchisement - what is it? If you live in a flat and pay a mortgage on that property, unless you have been specifically been told otherwise, you are more than likely to be a leaseholder. Leaseholding is a peculiarity of United Kingdom h...

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All You Need to Know About Your Compromise Agreement

Compromise agreements are useful tools for employers and employees. They act as a settlement agreement in the event of a termination of the employment contract. The agreement prevents future legal action on the grounds of breach of contract in return...

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Understanding the Damages of Age Discrimination

Age discrimination in the workplace is strictly prohibited by the government. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) is a law that protects employees who are 40 years old or older from discrimination. There are many ways and means that giv...

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Class-Action Lawsuits – Can They Help You?

Class-action lawsuits are a type of legal action that allows a large group of people who have been harmed or wronged by a company or organization to collectively seek justice and compensation. This kind of lawsuit is an efficient and effective way fo...

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Where to Get Information about Vapor Intrusion Mitigation

Vapor intrusion is a significant environmental concern that affects many residential and commercial properties. It occurs when toxic chemicals seep through the soil and enter buildings through cracks or other entry points, contaminating the indoor ai...

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SUV Rollovers - Florida

SUV Rollovers - Florida by: T.Going SUV (Sport Utility Vehicles) sales have sky-rocketed in the United States over the past few years. In 2004, SUV’s accounted for 25 percent of all new-vehicle sales with over 22 million on the road. Because S...

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How to Choose the Right Divorce Lawyer

How to Choose the Right Divorce Lawyer by: Carla Ballatan Are you unhappy with your relationship? Are you thinking about divorce? Well then, choosing the right lawyer can be one of the most important decisions you make when considering a divorce...

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Roe v. Wade

Roe v. Wade by: 4LawSchool.com Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113 (1973), is one of Supreme Court's most popular and controversial rulings. This article provides a summary of this decision. Facts: The great state of Texas had a law which made it ill...

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California Maritime Slip and Fall Lawyer: Vessel Slip and Falls Caused By Poorly Maintained Decks

Slip and Fall accidents are the second leading cause of accidental death. The only greater cause of death is automobile accidents. When people reach their sixties, slip and fall accidents become the leading cause of death in the U.S. Slip and fall ac...

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Thoughts on the Current Immigration Mess - August 2006

1. 12 million illegal immigrants did not appear overnight. Actions by Congress - or the lack of action - created the environment for illegal immigration to exist. 2. The main drive behind legal immigration is family reunification, a holdover from WW...

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