Present Status and Form of Common Law Marriage in Pennsylvania Common law marriage is no longer legal in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, however, this has not always been the case in recent years. The state Supreme Court concluded in 1998 that common law marriage could no longer be entered into and that all existing common law marriages were still valid…
What is CDL Legal Plan? Commercial drivers and contractors need to be protected by a CDL legal plan. Commercial truckers and contractors are constantly threatened by criminal, commercial license points and job threatening issues such as inspections, vehicle and equipment violations and criminal citations. These challenges can take place when the driver is driving the rig, at a commercial inspection…
An Introduction to Iowa Child Custody Laws Iowa’s custody laws are established under Iowa Code Section 598.41. The law describes the legal framework and factors that our Courts must consider in determining how to best allocate custody between parents of a minor child. Under Iowa’s current laws, judges are directed to input statutory factors into their decision on whose home…
The Meaning of DCP in Court In a court of law, DCP commonly stands for "declaration of competency of the patient." When this declaration is entered, it is a sign that your attorney is working toward getting you reinstated in society and you are fit for trial. It lets the judge, jury, and sometimes the jury’s family know you have…
All About the LMFT Renewal Process in California Renewing a California LMFT license is a fundamental aspect of maintaining professional standing and ensuring compliance with state requirements. The renewal process for a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California serves as a critical checkpoint for licensed professionals to confirm their credentials remain valid, and allow them to continue providing…
What is a Non-Disclosure Agreement? A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legally binding contract that outlines confidential material, knowledge, or information that the parties involved wish to share with one another for certain purposes, but which they wish to restrict from use by third parties. NDAs are used in a wide variety of contexts and can generally be considered to…
What is a Non-Compete? What exactly is a non-compete agreement?A non-compete agreement, also called a non-competition agreement, is used to prevent former employees from competing with former employers for a specified period of time after employment. Non-competition agreements are designed to protect a legitimate business interests of a company. A non-compete prohibits a former employee from engaging in any activity…
Illinois Legal Separation Basics Filing for separation means the parties will remain married in the eyes of the law, but they will live apart for a certain amount of time, negotiating visitation rights and other parenting time. The difference is that a legal separation contains obligations that can be enforced by the court whereas a divorce truly ends the marriage….
Basics of a Party Wall Agreement Party wall agreements are legally binding contracts between two or more property owners who share a boundary, often a wall, fence, floor, or another structure. These agreements outline the rights, responsibilities, and obligations of each party for maintaining the adjoining structure, ensuring that both parties are on the same page regarding maintenance, repairs, and…
Your Right of Way Explained To have a right of way over property means to have an easement over the property. An easement is an interest in land owned by another that entitles its holder to a restricted use of that land for a specific purpose. The most common reason for granting a right of way easement is to allow…