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Law and Daily Life Violence Against Women Act: 7 Things to Know

Violence Against Women Act: 7 Things to Know

By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Last updated on

After months of political debate, the Violence Against Women Act has been renewed. President Obama is poised to sign the bill into law. VAWA, first passed in...

Law and Daily Life Legal How-To: Writing an IOU or Loan Note

Legal How-To: Writing an IOU or Loan Note

By Andrew Lu | Last updated on

Loaning money to family and friends can be a delicate subject. You don't want to be too formal with the terms of the loan. Yet, if you don't write a proper...

Law and Daily Life What Is 'Mudding'? Is It Legal?

What Is 'Mudding'? Is It Legal?

By Andrew Lu | Last updated on

The recent death of MTV's "Buckwild" star Shain Gandee has thrust "mudding" into the spotlight. Many people are now wondering just what is mudding and whether...

Law and Daily Life What Stockton's Bankruptcy Means for Residents

What Stockton's Bankruptcy Means for Residents

By Andrew Lu | Last updated on

The city of Stockton, California, is eligible for bankruptcy protection, a federal judge has ruled. The ruling rejected creditors' arguments that the city was...

Law and Daily Life 5 Reasons You May Want to Quit Facebook

5 Reasons You May Want to Quit Facebook

By Andrew Lu | Last updated on

There are many different reasons to quit Facebook. To begin with, it's just not that "cool" anymore -- your parents and even your grandparents are likely on...

Law and Daily Life Powerball Winner Owes $29K in Child Support

Powerball Winner Owes $29K in Child Support

By Andrew Lu | Last updated on

A New Jersey man who won the $338 million Powerball jackpot will now have enough money to pay his past-due child support. It can't be all good news for lotto...

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