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Can You Sue for False Imprisonment?
By Andrew Lu | Updated by Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
False imprisonment involves unlawful restraint against someone's will by an entity without legal authority or justification. It can lead to both criminal...
Heat Wave Injuries, Illnesses: Who's Liable?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Laura Temme, Esq. | Last updated on
The world doesn't stop because the weather has gotten brutal, and we all do our best to carry on despite the discomfort. High heat and humidity can take their...
Can I Record My Parole or Probation Officer Meetings?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Laura Temme, Esq. | Last updated on
With being sent or returned to prison always a step away for those on parole or probation, knowing if recording a meeting with your liaison is of utmost...
When Are Bars Liable for Overserving Alcohol?
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Laura Temme, Esq. | Last updated on
Vendors, bars, and social hosts -- or as 18th Century England would like to call them, dram shops -- can be held responsible for injuries that result from...
If the Shoe Doesn't Fit, Don't Wear It - Court Offers Split Decision on Dismissal Motion by Crocs
By Kit Yona, M.A. | Reviewed by Laura Temme, Esq. | Last updated on
There are few types of footwear more divisive than Crocs. Their supporters laud the comfort, ease of wear, and the multitude of colors and patterns the plastic...
Puppies Banned for Public Health as Court Upholds CDC Import Rule
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Reviewed by Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
For years, dedicated organizations have brought puppies in need to loving homes in the U.S. But a recent federal court decision upholds a new CDC rule that...
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