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Is It Legal to Rescue Farm Animals From Cruelty?
By Richard Dahl | Last updated on
It is legal in many states to rescue dogs from hot cars if you see them suffering. But if you try to rescue an abused farm animal, you could have the same...
What Are End-Of-Life Decisions?
By Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
End-of-life decisions are the choices you have to make about what life-sustaining measures you want to receive if you have a terminal illness or some other...
Can Your Employer Fire You for Using Legal Pot?
By Richard Dahl | Last updated on
As marijuana gains increasing acceptance in the U.S., it's important for users to keep in mind that they can still be fired for pot use — even if it's legal...
Can a Parent Kick You Out?
By Jordan Walker, J.D. | Last updated on
If you're a teenager, chances are you've had disagreements with your parents or legal guardians. Maybe you've even tried to run away or made your parents so...
Can You Be Arrested for Violating an Evacuation Order?
By Arin E. Berkson, J.D. | Last updated on
Wildfires in California, tropical storms and hurricanes in Florida, and a train derailment in Ohio have all forced authorities to issue mandatory evacuation...
When a Spouse Dies Without a Will
By Catherine Hodder, Esq. | Last updated on
When a spouse dies without a will, a probate court distributes property according to the state intestacy laws, giving the surviving spouse a portion of their...