Learn About California’s Contractor License The Contractor license in California is a mandatory license that must be obtained before a contractor can work on any project in California. It is defined, and regulated by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB), which is part of the Department of Consumer Affairs of the State of California. The CSLB issues 43 classifications of…
Why the Color of Ink Matters The choice of ink color in legal documents may seem like a minor detail, but it can actually be quite important. The color of ink used may affect the authenticity or readability of a document, and certain ink colors may be required by certain legal systems or provisions.For example, some legal documents must be…
Top Legal Headlines Here are today’s top legal stories making headlines:Seventh Circuit Revives Suit Against Major Airlines in Lawsuit Over Explicit LanguageAfter setting a low threshold for finding bad language to be "foul, obscene … or otherwise inappropriate" in the earlier decision, a Chicago-based federal appeals court has revived part of a lawsuit over the use of that type of…
Radar Detectors in Kansas: The Legal Status In Kansas, the legal status of radar detectors in vehicles is fairly permissive. Unlike some states that outright prohibit their use, Kansas allows drivers to possess and operate radar detectors in the vast majority of situations. The relevant statute is Kan. Stat. Ann. § 8-2107, which states:"(a) No driver of a motor vehicle…
What Is A Room Rental Agreement? A room rental agreement is a legally binding contract between a landlord and a tenant which lays out in detail the terms and conditions of a rental property.The agreement usually highlights the rent the tenant will pay, information about the specific rental property such as the address, entry date and how to access the…
Anonymous Complaints 101 Many people have a need or desire to keep their identity secret when they submit a complaint to a government agency or individuals. This desire has given rise to a process that is known as the anonymous complaint. An anonymous complaint is one in which an individual shares information with the appropriate authorities but does not disclose…
What is Legal Aid? Legal aid is a service designed to help those in the community who are unable to afford legal representation. Legal aid is an invaluable resource for numerous people who cannot afford attorneys. It also provides an excellent service for people who do not have any immediate needs. Those who make more money than the poverty line…
What is a Common Law Marriage? Common law marriage is a legal relationship that has been recognized in New Jersey, though not officially since 1939. A common law marriage is a type of non-ceremonial marriage where an individual couple mutually agrees to be in a marriage-like relationship. It requires more than just simply the mutual agreement to live together as…
Getting Started with Legal Assistant Roles in Colorado Springs A legal assistant is a professional helper, who provides vital assistance to an attorney or lawyer. Essentially, a legal assistant will be fulfilling the role of the attorney or lawyer. In a courtroom setting, they will perform most of the duties of an attorney, or at least assist them as they…
Game Development Agreements 101 Video game development agreements are contracts that outline the terms and conditions of the creation and implementation of a video game. Given the rapidly growing market for video games, it is of no surprise that development agreements are more a common necessity rather than an exception. From independent developers to large gaming groups, video game development…