Britton v. Turner is an important contract law case decided by the Supreme Court of New Hampshire in 1834. The case is widely recognized for establishing one of the early applications of the doctrine of… Britton v. Turner (1834)
If you missed a court date and learned that a Failure to Appear (FTA) warrant was issued, you are probably worried and confused. One of the most common questions people ask is: How long does… How Long Does an FTA Warrant Last?
Hanson v. Denckla is a landmark decision by the Supreme Court of the United States that clarified when a state court can exercise jurisdiction over a non-resident defendant. The case focused on whether Florida courts… Hanson v. Denckla (1958)
Tolan v. Cotton is an important United States Supreme Court case decided on May 5, 2014. The case addresses a fundamental rule in civil procedure regarding summary judgment. Specifically, it clarifies that courts must view… Tolan v. Cotton
If you are thinking about divorce, one of the first questions you probably have is: How much will it cost? The answer depends on where you live, whether you hire a lawyer, and how complicated… How Much Does a Divorce Cost in California
If you are thinking about divorce, one of the first questions you probably have is: How much will it cost? The answer depends on where you live, whether you hire a lawyer, and how complicated… How Much Does a Divorce Cost by State?
Semtek Intl. Inc. v. Lockheed Martin Corp., 531 U.S. 497 (2001) is an important United States Supreme Court case that clarified how federal courts determine the claim-preclusive effect of dismissals in diversity jurisdiction cases. The… Semtek Intl. Inc. v. Lockheed Martin Corp. (2001)
If you are a student, parent, teacher, or school administrator, understanding FERPA is extremely important. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects student education records and personal information.… What Happens on Fail to Comply With FERPA
Hertz Corp. v. Friend is a landmark United States Supreme Court case that clarified how courts determine a corporation’s “principal place of business” for purposes of federal diversity jurisdiction. This issue is important because diversity… Hertz Corp. v. Friend (2010)
If you have been asked to attend a deposition, you may feel nervous, confused, or unsure about what to do next. One of the most common questions people ask is: do you need a lawyer… Do You Need a Lawyer for a Deposition?