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Can Parents Kick Teens out of Their Home?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Updated by Kit Yona, M.A. | Last updated on
Parents often threaten to kick their children out of their homes, and sometimes they even follow through. But is it legal to do so? While there might be some...
Has the Supreme Court's Decision on Affirmative Action Affected College Enrollment?
By Carmen Reyes-Wolfe, J.D. | Last updated on
In June 2023, the Supreme Court delivered a landmark ruling that effectively ended the practice of affirmative action in university admissions. The Court ruled...
Will I Get My Underage Friend in Trouble If I Seek Medical Help When They Are Drunk?
By Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
Drinking may seem like a rite of passage among teenagers even if it is banned in all 50 states. In 1984, Congress passed the National Minimum Drinking Age Act,...
Can I Bring CBD Gummies to School?
By Madison Hess, J.D. | Last updated on
CBD gummies are a trending, edible CBD product that looks like the gummy candies you begged your mom for as a child. They're bright and colorful, and some of...
Can a Teen Start Their Own Business?
By Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
Can a teen drink legally? No. Can they rent a car? No. But could a teen start a beverage company or a car washing service? Yes, and yes. In most states,...
Legislators Try to Ban Social Media for Kids
By Eric Harvey, J.D. | Last updated on
Children's safety online remains a top priority for government agencies in the United States, while school officials across the country are increasingly...