The importance of laws in society cannot be overstated. Laws are the basis for civil society and help maintain order within society. If there are no laws, then chaos will ensue. Laws govern our actions by prohibiting certain behaviors while rewarding others with punishments or …
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If you’re a newlywed, you probably didn’t think twice about things like community property laws or fair distribution when you got married. However, when a partnership draws to a close in divorce, it often necessitates unpleasant conversations and difficult decisions about the equitable allocation of …
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Despite decreasing steadily over the year, crime is still pervasive in the United States. Fortunately, majority of all the crimes committed in the United States don’t belong in the heinous classification of felonies but rather with misdemeanors. According to expert research, misdemeanors represent approximately 80 …
The legal profession is full of adages and phrases, some of which bear real ramifications. For example, the phrase “dura lex sed lex” is often repeated in courts and law school. This Latin phrase translates to “the law is hard, but it is the law,” …
What Does “The Letter of the Law” Mean in Legal Situations? Read More »
“Some say the Universe arcs towards Justice. I think more often it requires the occasional push.” These words were written by author C.A.A. Savastano, and he’s right. Judicial systems exist because justice doesn’t materialize out of nowhere. It must be brought out and upheld by …
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