Friday, February 28 2014 11:55 AM EST2014-02-28 16:55:02 GMT
Here is a prime case of when religion, law, and money collide. It appears that this law came from conservative Christian business owners, who did not want to perform certain services for the gay community.
Here is a prime case of when religion, law, and money collide. It appears that this law came from conservative Christian business owners, who did not want to perform certain services for the gay community.
Wednesday, February 26 2014 12:25 PM EST2014-02-26 17:25:32 GMT
Bitcoin is having wild swings in popularity. The virtual currency hit record highs over the last few months, only to see the value of Bitcoin come crashing down. The latest setback is the failure of Mt.
Bitcoin is having wild swings in popularity. The virtual currency hit record highs over the last few months, only to see the value of Bitcoin come crashing down. The latest setback is the failure of Mt.
Maybe it's that Americans are a highly skeptical people. Or maybe it's the influence of the hundreds of books written about JFK's assassination. Or maybe it's just that many of the facts don't add up.
Maybe it's that Americans are a highly skeptical people. Or maybe it's the influence of the hundreds of books written about JFK's assassination. Or maybe it's just that many of the facts don't add up.
Hiring a lawyer may be one of the most important decisions your business makes.
Hiring a lawyer may be one of the most important decisions your business makes. The skill and attentiveness of your lawyer will affect everything from the strength of your company's contracts to how well you'll be able to defend your company from employee claims.
Friday, October 4 2013 11:02 PM EDT2013-10-05 03:02:24 GMT
Most Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies are reactive.
Most Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policies are reactive. In itself, this is not necessarily bad, but it often leads to the implementation of a hurriedly drafted policy that leaves employer resources as vulnerable as before because of poor wording and misunderstanding.
Wednesday, September 18 2013 2:26 PM EDT2013-09-18 18:26:21 GMT
With all the debate over immigration reform, there remains one very simple way for a foreigner to get access to the American dream: the O visa.
With all the debate over immigration reform, there remains one very simple way for a foreigner to get access to the American dream: the O visa. This is the visa that often allows your favorite Dominican baseball player or a renowned German scientist to effectively cut the line at the immigration office.
If you are a former corporate executive with some extra money, or are just bored with your routine job, franchising can be an appealing career or entrepreneurial option.
If you are a former corporate executive with some extra money, or are just bored with your routine job, franchising can be an appealing career or entrepreneurial option.
The Centers for Disease Control reports that distracted driving is a contributing factor in more than 386,000 injuries and more than 3,000 deaths every year.
The Centers for Disease Control reports that distracted driving is a contributing factor in more than 386,000 injuries and more than 3,000 deaths every year.
The Zimmerman case has become the lightning rod for arguments against the Florida "Stand Your Ground Statute" and the sweeping breadth of its protection for individuals.
The Zimmerman case has become the lightning rod for arguments against the Florida "Stand Your Ground Statute" and the sweeping breadth of its protection for individuals who claim to have used deadly force in the face of reasonably perceived deadly force.
The Emergency Medicine Journal recently published a study indicating that obesity increases the risk of dying in an auto-accident.
As if you needed another reason to shed those unwanted pounds around the waist, the Emergency Medicine Journal recently published a study indicating that, compared to thinner drivers and passengers, obesity increases the risk of dying in an auto-accident.
On June 27, 2013, the United States Senate passed SB 744, a historic, broad, comprehensive immigration law reform package with, by today's standards, a large majority.
On June 27, 2013, the United States Senate passed SB 744, a historic, broad, comprehensive immigration law reform package with, by today's standards, a large majority; 68 votes in favor, including 14 key Republican senators.
Hiring a nanny can be stressful. To ease that stress, THELAW.TV asked business attorney Mark Chatow to explain how to properly hire a nanny.
Hiring a nanny can be stressful. To ease that stress, THELAW.TV asked business attorney Mark Chatow to explain how to properly hire a nanny. If you follow the advice below, you can steer clear of some of the most common legal traps when bringing a nanny into your family.
After a long decline, Detroit stooped to a new low on Thursday. The failing city filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection in federal court. It's the largest municipal bankruptcy in U.S. history, coming after decades of growing debt and a shrinking population.
Tuesday, July 2 2013 11:20 PM EDT2013-07-03 03:20:12 GMT
By Ryan Beckler, THELAW.TV With the 4th of July holiday coming up this week, police departments across the country will be more vigilant in keeping drunk drivers off the road. Of course, the best way
By Ryan Beckler, THELAW.TV With the 4th of July holiday coming up this week, police departments across the country will be more vigilant in keeping drunk drivers off the road. Of course, the best way
Friday, June 28 2013 10:22 AM EDT2013-06-28 14:22:03 GMT
The often-discussed issue of domestic abuse reared its ugly head in the tabloids again last week.
The often-discussed issue of domestic abuse reared its ugly head in the tabloids again last week when shocking photos revealed British businessman Charles Saatchi clutching his wife, celebrity chef Nigella Lawson, by the throat at a London restaurant.
Friday, June 21 2013 3:08 PM EDT2013-06-21 19:08:13 GMT
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court handed down their ruling last week, allowing law enforcement to take DNA samples without a search warrant from people who have been arrested but not convicted of a crime.
In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court handed down their ruling last week, allowing law enforcement to take DNA samples without a search warrant from people who have been arrested but not convicted of a crime.
Thursday, May 30 2013 8:45 PM EDT2013-05-31 00:45:37 GMT
Some Connecticut lawmakers and rights advocates are concerned about an incoming state bill that would restrict the public's access to various records surrounding the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School last December.
Some Connecticut lawmakers and rights advocates are concerned about an incoming state bill that would restrict the public's access to various records surrounding the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School last December.
Since the FBI was founded over 100 years ago in 1908, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has always used the highest forms of technology to track down prospective criminals.
Since the FBI was founded over 100 years ago in 1908, the Federal Bureau of Investigation has always used the highest forms of technology to track down prospective criminals. One of the latest devices employed by the FBI is a secretive cell phone tracker, and it has some rights groups questioning its legality.
Monday, May 13 2013 7:31 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:31:24 GMT
The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held hearings surrounding issues with the release of information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.
The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held hearings last month surrounding issues with the release of information under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA).
Thursday, April 25 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-04-25 20:16:59 GMT
It's not an uncommon belief amongst industrialized animal farmers: Keep possible animal cruelty and other distasteful business practices out of the public eye.
It's not an uncommon belief amongst industrialized animal farmers: Keep possible animal cruelty and other distasteful business practices out of the public eye. No photos or videos are to be taken without the owner's discretion.
Images of the capsized Costa Concordia cruise liner are still fresh in the minds of people the world over.
Images of the capsized Costa Concordia cruise liner are still fresh in the minds of people the world over. And another cruise ship saga, the stranded Carnival Triumph in the Gulf, even played out on the stage of Saturday Night Live.
Tapping retirement money early has become a trend in recent years. According to the financial advisory firm HelloWallet, 26 percent of American workers with 401(k)s have used account funds to pay for current expenses.
Tapping retirement money early has become a trend in recent years. According to the financial advisory firm HelloWallet, 26 percent of American workers with 401(k)s have used account funds to pay for current expenses.
Friday, March 8 2013 4:11 AM EST2013-03-08 09:11:07 GMT
With over 11 million illegal immigrants currently residing in the U.S., and a renewed focus on Obama's second-term priorities, the weighty topic of immigration has floated to the surface again.
With over 11 million illegal immigrants currently residing in the U.S., and a renewed focus on Obama's second-term priorities, the weighty topic of immigration has floated to the surface again.
Thursday, February 28 2013 4:18 PM EST2013-02-28 21:18:37 GMT
Most movie buffs can't wait for films they haven't seen to come out on DVD, Blu-Ray or par-per-view TV. Then there are the movie fans who literally can't wait.
Most movie buffs can't wait for films they haven't seen to come out on DVD, Blu-Ray or par-per-view TV. Then there are the movie fans who literally can't wait.
Lady Gaga, whose legal name is Stefani Germanotta, made a media splash from a lawsuit brought on by her former personal assistant, Jennifer O'Neill.
Lady Gaga, whose legal name is Stefani Germanotta, made a media splash from a lawsuit brought on by her former personal assistant, Jennifer O'Neill, who alleged that the pop star owes her overtime for her round-the-clock work from early 2009 until March 2011.
The federal government helps low-income families in need of housing by way of a program named Section 8, which issues rental vouchers for qualifying recipients.
The federal government helps low-income families in need of housing by way of a program named Section 8, which issues rental vouchers for qualifying recipients. The vouchers can be used to pay rent on any property that accepts Section 8 renters.
Wednesday, January 9 2013 9:31 PM EST2013-01-10 02:31:15 GMT
People in America's heartland are about to see some changes to the process of getting a driver's license, and those changes are causing controversy all over America.
People in America's heartland are about to see some changes to the process of getting a driver's license, and those changes are causing controversy all over America.