If you’ve ever read articles about California’s weirdest laws, you undoubtedly came across the same list over and over. There’s the law that makes it illegal for a woman to drive a car in a housecoat. Then there’s the one about how autonomous vehicles can’t drive over 60mph. And don’t forget the one about not …
Can California lawyers practice in other states? It’s a question that many have asked and will continue to ask. This is all the more the case now, where the truly modern reality of practicing law is that now more than ever, legal professionals are allowed (if not encouraged) to work remotely. In fact, if you …
As a paralegal, you work closely with attorneys. Perhaps you even have a dedicated relationship with a supervising attorney at your firm. What happens if they leave? If you have a great working relationship with your attorney, there’s a good chance that they’ll invite you to come work with them at their new firm. Should …
For the elderly and those unable to make decisions regarding their health or finances with clarity, a lasting power of attorney (LPA) represents a way for them to place such decisions in the hands of one that they trust. However, the nuances of LPAs and how attorneys are appointed are often misunderstood. In this article …
Looking for some immediate stress relief? You’re not alone. Lawyer stress management is a perpetual issue at law firms.Firms expect attorneys to work long hours on highly contentious cases while still making time for things like business development and community service. With all this constant pressure, it can be hard to find the time for …
When many legal professionals begin their careers, they believe their job options are limited to working for law firms or government agencies. There’s a third option, however, that can lead to a long and fulfilling career. Specifically, we’re talking about working as an in-house lawyer or paralegal for a private company. Many businesses — especially …
In 2012, the Greek economy was in dire straits. With a growing fiscal debt crisis that threatened to strike other EU members and the currency itself, a rescue operation was mounted that involved hundreds of billions of euros’ worth of financial aid and an unprecedented private sector involvement (‘PSI’) to enable Greece to restructure its …
Injuries from car accidents, slip and fall accidents, dog bites, and other personal injuries are all due to the negligence of another party. When you’re dealing with painful injuries, filing a personal injury claim is the next logical step. However, you need to know some very important details before you can get the ball rolling. …
Hungary is currently a member of the European Union, and foreign investors can easily get a residence permit from the Hungarian authorities that is valid for the Schengen area. This is a zone that encompasses 27 countries in Europe that have done away with border patrol and passports. In Hungary, a foreign investor can get …
You may have come across your fair share of funny U.S. laws that still persist to this day. While many of these tend to be nothing more than urban legend, there still exist a litany of laws that are sure to test your credulity. While most laws make some amount of sense, others might only …