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Nursing Home Abuse: Care Facility Duties and Resident Rights
By David Goguen | Updated by Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
Patterns of abuse at a number of nursing home facilities have been brought to the surface via news stories in recent weeks, drawing attention to the duty that...
Older Drivers and Licensing: What Does Your State's Law Say?
By David Goguen | Updated by Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
Restrictions on the licensing of older drivers have taken center stage for some lawmakers in recent weeks, in part because of high-profile accidents involving...
Class Action Lawsuit Against Hermes: A Closer Look at the Birkin and Kelly Bag Controversy
By Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
An interesting case that's catching the eyes of luxury fashion enthusiasts and legal experts alike, Hermes finds itself at the center of a legal storm. A...
What Is the Difference Between Sexual Assault and Rape?
By Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
Sexual assault and rape are loaded terms that can often be used interchangeably. However, there is often a legal distinction between the two. Generally, rape...
A Guide to Co-Parenting Success
By Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
Co-parenting is not just a phase in the journey of parenting. It's an ongoing commitment to provide a stable, loving environment for children after a...
What Will States Do With America's Aging Prison Population?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
Longer life expectancies and a declining birth rate in the U.S. mean the American population is aging. The number of people aged 65 and older is expected to...