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Is 'Just Kidding' a Valid Legal Defense?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Can "just kidding" be an effective legal defense? As we observe the prankiest of "holidays," April Fools' Day, there will be more than one jokester who invokes...
Legal How-To: Omitting Relatives From Your Will
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
If you don't have the best relationship with some of your relatives, omitting those family members from your will is one option to consider. One example comes...
Is It Legal to Crop a Dog's Ears?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
For many pet owners, "cropping" or surgically snipping a dog's ears can be a big decision. Opponents of the practice argue that it's unnecessary and inhumane,...
Top 5 Legal Tips for Your Bachelorette Party
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Last updated on
Many a bride-to-be, celebrating her final days as a single lady, want to let loose at a bachelorette party. Whether it's a low-key dinner with friends, a pub...
Texas Abortion Law Upheld by Fed. Appeals Court
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
A federal appellate court has upheld Texas' recently enacted abortion laws, including requirements for abortion doctors to have admitting privileges at a...
9/11 Crash Site Undervalued in Eminent Domain Case
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
The 9/11 crash site of United Flight 93 is actually worth nearly $1 million more than the federal government paid for it, according to a court ruling in an...