Utah Law on Cohabitation Explained The state of Utah does not have a clear definition of cohabitation, but legally it exists as a couple living together without being married. It is a common occurrence, and some interesting decisions are coming down in Utah cohabitation law. While people can still live
Continue readingTop 10 Latin Legal Terms: Why They’re Used in Law

The Role of Latin in the Legal System For centuries, Latin has been at the forefront of the legal world. The word "law" itself traces its origins to the Latin term "lex", and the Latin influence on modern law is undeniable. Roman law has left an indelible mark on our
Continue readingA Complete Guide to Ohio’s Laws on Feral Cats
The State of Feral Cats in Ohio Estimates from some sources indicate there may be 3 million to 8 million feral cats in Ohio. Nationwide, a 2002 study estimated that there are at least 60 million feral cats in the U.S. The problem with feral cats is underreported in Ohio,
Continue readingEssential Overview of Legal Services in Charleston, SC
Understanding the Legal System in Charleston Charleston, South Carolina, is not simply a city steeped in history; it is also a place where the law stands firmly rooted in a past sharply directed toward the immediate future. As a prominent sea port during the eighteen hundreds, Charleston was a hotbed
Continue readingFlorida Legal Malpractice Statute of Limitations
Florida Legal Malpractice Intro The term "legal malpractice" encompasses a wide variety of misconduct on the part of an attorney which causes harm to a client; however, the legal definition is essentially a breach of duty by an attorney which causes damage to a client. In Florida, there are several
Continue readingTraffic Cameras in Florida: Legal or Not?

The Rules Governing Traffic Cameras Traffic cameras in Florida are permitted through the use of enabling statutes that require each traffic camera program be governed by an interlocal agreement between the local agency using the program and the tax district conducting the traffic camera program. The majority of traffic camera
Continue readingGetting to Know Shareholder Loan Agreement Templates
What is a Shareholder Loan Agreement? A Shareholder Loan Agreement is essentially an agreement between shareholders of a corporation and the corporation itself to document any loans made to the corporation by the shareholders. A lender, such as a corporation, lends money to a borrower, like shareholders, in return for
Continue readingCan Attorneys Notarize Legal Documents?
What Does It Mean To Notarize Documents? Notarization is a process where the notary confirms specific facts, including the identity of an individual. It seems a little antiquated these days, but it works to confirm the authenticity of signature of the person signing the document.Notarization typically occurs when documents are
Continue readingFamiliarizing Yourself with Rule 45 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure
Getting Started with Rule 45 Rule 45 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure governs the subpoena and service of a subpoena upon a third-party witness. It has previously been rewritten and revised; however, it is now a broader federal procedural rule made applicable to all federal civil cases and
Continue readingUnderstanding General Law versus Home Rule: Differences and Implications
What Are General Law and Home Rule? General Law, as the name suggests, governs localities that have not chosen to adopt the more autonomous governance of Home Rule. Thus, in contrast to Home Rule, general law gives cities, towns, and villages only those powers explicitly granted to them by the
Continue reading