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11/01/2022

The US Sentencing Commission met on Friday for the first time in four years, with the panel voting to prioritize providing guidance on the 2018 First Step Act.

The US Sentencing Commission met on Friday for the first time in four years with a full slate of new members, which chair Carlton Reeves called a “very exciting” and “highly unusual” moment.

10/29/2022

You may not be able to salvage the personal relationship, but you can save yourself some money and hassle as you end your business partnership.

A change in the partnership may cause you to think about closing. Here are alternatives to ending the partnership, and how to prepare a dissolution plan.

10/22/2022

Legal due diligence makes sure that a company has all of its legal, regulatory, and compliance eggs in a row.

Performing due diligence means thoroughly checking the financials of a potential financial decision. Here's how to do due diligence for individual stocks.

10/21/2022

Ending a marriage can be difficult, but don't let that deter you from working with your ex to help ensure your children are taken care of financially.

Ending a marriage can be difficult, but don't let that deter you from working with your ex to help ensure your children are taken care of financially.

10/21/2022

If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, remember you have important rights, including the right to remain silent, the right to have an attorney present at questioning, and the right to be free from unreasonable searches.

10/15/2022

LLCs are in the unique position of being able to choose if they will be taxed as a corporation or as a pass-through entity.

Many entrepreneurs opt to structure their small business as a limited liability company, or LLC. An LLC protects owners’ personal assets from lawsuits and some creditors. It also provides an easy-to-use business structure. In addition to these benefits, LLCs also offer numerous tax benefits. In th...

10/14/2022

Local law enforcement agencies from suburban Southern California to rural North Carolina have been using an obscure cellphone tracking tool, at times without search warrants, that gives them the power to follow people’s movements months back in time, according to public records and internal emails obtained by The Associated Press.

Local law enforcement agencies from suburban Southern California to rural North Carolina have been using an obscure cellphone tracking tool, at times without search warrants, that gives them the power to follow people’s movements months back in time, according to public records and internal emails...

10/14/2022

The length of alimony varies widely based on the details of your divorce and the laws of your state.

Divorce is obviously a difficult chapter in anyone's life. In addition to sorting out personal matters, dealing with the financial fallout of divorce is often messy. Whether you are paying alimony or receiving alimony, understanding how long alimony lasts is … Continue reading → The post How Lon...

10/12/2022

President Joe Biden announced Thursday that he will pardon people who have been convicted of simple ma*****na possession under federal or Washington, D.C., laws. But the procedure won’t be automatic.

President Joe Biden announced Thursday that he will pardon people who have been convicted of simple ma*****na possession under federal or Washington, D.C., laws. But the procedure won’t be automatic.

10/08/2022

Co-parenting can be challenging for a bevy of reasons, from coordinating schedules to managing difficult emotions. But when your former partner also happens to be a narcissist, a situation that might already feel like an uphill battle can become even worse.

Think you might be co-parenting with a narcissist? Experts share the telltale signs and describe how to best navigate stressful moments that might arise.

10/08/2022

Many people start their businesses as side gigs and then make things more official once they’ve gained some traction. When you’re ready to formally register your business, you’ll first need to decide on a business structure

Starting your own business is no easy feat, but you can boil the process down to a few key steps.

10/04/2022

Penalties for drug offenses vary - from prison time to no conviction at all. The punishment a defendant receives can depend on many factors, including the charge, the drug in question, and the quantity of drugs. A strong defense from an experienced criminal attorney can help you protect your rights and mitigate the severity of drug penalties.