The South African government is considering a bill to make it easier for people to divorce in the country.The government says the legislation is aimed at reducing divorces in the run up to the next election, due in 2018.The bill is currently being debated in the South African Parliament.It is aimed, however, at increasing the…
Month: June 2021
How civil cases work in Washington
The Justice Department is expected to begin laying the groundwork for the first trial of a Trump administration attorney in more than a decade, marking a significant departure for the department.The Justice Department said Tuesday that it would seek a trial of Michael B. Mukasey, the former chief of the bureau’s Russia probe, in the…
Lawyer says he was fired over disability discrimination
A lawyer for a former law school professor who says he had to be fired over his disability discrimination lawsuit against the university says he’s received “hundreds of letters and emails” since he filed the lawsuit in March, the first time the lawsuit has been filed under the new law.Lawyer Jason Anthony, a lawyer with…
How to become a drug lawyer in the capital
The capital’s drug lawyers are in the hot seat as the city’s legal landscape is being redefined by the rapid expansion of cannabis.The law changes could reshape the industry and set the stage for a lucrative future for local and international cannabis firms.Story continues below advertisement Read more about:
Which of the lawyers is right for you?
In a recent article published by the Huffington Post, the former lawyer for former Florida Gov.Charlie Crist, and his partner, who is also the former chief of staff to the former President Joe Biden, argued that all lawyers are qualified to represent clients with disabilities.They argue that the laws on disability are too broad and…
Judge: California debt collection is not a crime
The Latest on the investigation of a debt collection scam involving celebrities and public figures in California (all times local): 12:30 p.m.A judge has approved a plea deal for an ex-convict who pleaded guilty to extortion, fraud and obstruction charges in connection with a debt collector scam involving some of the country’s biggest names.A Los…
Which student loan lawyer is right for you?
Attorney Todd J. Smith is a veteran of the student loan industry, and he’s got his hands on a collection of attorneys, including former federal prosecutor and current partner at Kagan & Hannon.We caught up with him to learn how his firm can help student loan borrowers with their most pressing legal questions.“I’m a lawyer…
How a dog lawyer was a fraud on the public
It’s a sad day for dog lawyers.The American Bar Association voted in November to allow their profession to be called into question by the Justice Department.It took place in the face of widespread protests and a lawsuit brought by the owners of the American Bar Institute (ABA) and its member institutions.ABA President Carol Burchfield said…
How to avoid legal fees when you’re in trouble
What happens when you get into legal trouble?It can be a nightmare, even for the people who know what’s up.But if you’re a lawyer who works with people in need, there’s a way to help them get the help they need.Read moreRead moreWhen you’re facing legal trouble, it’s important to be prepared.There are things you…
The Lincoln lawyer movie: A lawyer, a cat, and an existential question
An attorney, a pet cat, a zombie and a detective are the main characters in this Lincoln lawyer film about the rise of a young lawyer in a small Midwestern town who finds his career taking off with the help of his best friend and mentor, Lincoln.It’s a story about growing up and the struggles…