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Disclaimer or Limitation of Implied Warranties

Sellers of consumer products who make service contracts on their products are prohibited under the Act from disclaiming or limiting implied warranties. (Remember also that sellers who extend written warranties on consumer products cannot disclaim implied warranties, regardless of whether they make service contracts on their products.) However, sellers of consumer products that merely sell […]

Dual Citizenship: When You Can Have It and Which Passport To Use To Travel

The laws and constitutions of many countries use “citizenship” and “nationality” as synonyms. This is how you will find them in this article, although it is important to mention that technically they are not the same. Nationality or Citizenship? Citizenship is a legal and political term that supposes a series of rights and obligations that the […]

How Do I Become a Naturalized Citizen?

Naturalization can be a difficult, but ultimately rewarding, process if you want to become a U.S. citizen. There can be many steps involved, however. It’s important to understand the naturalization procedure to make sure you do it correctly, or else your citizenship can be significantly delayed or denied altogether. What are the Requirements for Naturalization? […]

Lack of Health Care Access and Dangers to Health in Immigration Detention Centers

When the Trump administration unveiled plans to deport unprecedented numbers of illegal immigrants from the United States, many people were understandably worried. Since then, immigration attorneys and human rights advocates have expressed concern about conditions in detention centers, especially when it comes to health care. There are many layers to this issue. Physical barriers prevent […]

How Can I Help My Relative Become a U.S. Resident?

Citizens of the United States and permanent residents can help their closest relatives to obtain a permanent residence card (also known as a green card holder). This process is known as family reunification. Family reunification is the most common way to immigrate to the United States, authorized by immigration laws, through an application made by […]

General Bill of Sale

A general bill of sale will often be used when an item is being sold at the private level, from one citizen to another, without the involvement of a business entity. It is a way of laying out the specifics of the sale, along with the terms, and of creating proof that the sale took […]

What can I do to reduce my risk of business litigation?

Be proactive and anticipate that problems may arise. Retain a transactional attorney to assist you in drafting or reviewing contracts. Discuss your business with a qualified business insurance broker and ensure that you have the appropriate type and amount of insurance. Read all contracts carefully. If you have any contractual relationship with another party, read […]

Potential Penalties for Misconduct

State licensing of professionals has both benefits and consequences for professionals. The biggest benefit provided to professionals is the duty of the board to keep unlicensed and unethical people out of the profession. However, it is important to remember that the ethical rules that apply to prospective licensees of your profession also apply to existing licensees. If a […]

Business Law Overview

Business law is a large area of practice that includes several aspects of operating a business. From starting a business and hiring employees to expanding a business or closing the doors, knowing some basics of business law can help business owners along the way. Typically, but not always, corporate attorneys with large law firms represent […]

What Happens When a Complaint is Filed Against You?

Most state licensing boards allow customers or patients to file complaints against a professional. There is no doubt that learning of a complaint that has been filed against you is unpleasant. However, it is important to remember that there is a wide variety of potential outcomes – ranging from an outright dismissal of the complaint to the […]