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The Basics of Legal Separation in Florida: What You Should Know

The Difference Between Legal Separation and Divorce in Florida Legal separation is the legal status of an individual whose marriage has been separated by a formal legal process. It is a state in which a married couple may be legally separated but remain legally married in the eyes of their state government. In this capacity, […]
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Are Throuples Legal? Navigating the Legal Landscape Around Polyamorous Relationships

What are Throuples? The term "throuple" is a portmanteau of the words "three" and "couple." It describes a romantic relationship involving three or more people (although a throuple specifically focuses on three). A throuple is a form of polyamorous relationship, meaning that it generally excludes healthy monogamy, or, being satisfied by one person. Like polyamorous […]
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2 min

The Contract of Lease Explained in South Africa

Introduction to the Contract A lease contract, also known as a rental agreement, is a legal document between a lessor (landlord) and lessee (tenant). It refers to the renting or letting of property from one person to another. These two parties can either be natural or legal persons. The lease agreement may specify a monthly […]
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1 min

Overview of Legal Exceptions with Examples and Explanation

What Are Legal Exceptions? Exceptions, in a legal context, refer to a departure from, or an exception to, a general rule or principle. These exceptions, or conditions, are recognized by the law and relieve a party from a duty or liability that may otherwise arise from a violation of the general rule. Exceptions, in civil […]
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3 min

Legal Marketing 101: Key Strategies for Your Firm’s Success

The Basics of Legal Marketing The practice of law, like all other areas of trade, is in a constant state of evolution. Law firms that once closed deals with a solid reputation and word-of-mouth referrals now find themselves competing in a market where those advantages are no longer enough. Legal marketing has entered the fray […]
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2 min

Maximizing Law Firm Profit Margins: Tried and True Tactics to Achieve Your Goals

Decoding Your Financial Figures Your law firm’s financial metrics are the key to your biggest indicators of success including billing rates, profit margins, and overhead. The biggest challenge for many law firm owners is knowing what their actual metrics are and then creating a plan to improve them.Before you can make any significant improvements in […]
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Oklahoma Guardianship Forms for Adults Explained

What is Adult Guardianship in Oklahoma? Adult guardianship in Oklahoma is a legal process where the court appoints someone to manage the personal and/or financial affairs of an adult person deemed to be incompetent. In Oklahoma, there are over 20,000 adults currently under the supervision of a guardian, which reflects the ongoing need for this […]
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1 min

Path to Becoming an Elder Law Attorney: A Complete Guide to Triumph

What is Elder Law? Elderlaw is a practice area that is primarily focused on issues that affect our older population. It is not uncommon to wonder what elder law actually entails. Elder law covers a variety of matters that include estate planning, estate administration, Medicaid planning, long-term care planning, special needs planning, and guardianship matters. […]
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2 min

The Difference Between Legal Custody and Permanent Custody In Ohio

Defining Legal Custody in Ohio Legal custody in Ohio, as defined by Ohio law, is the right to make major decisions for a minor child and also physical control of that child along with an obligation of providing care, nurture, guidance, and control for that child. This means that the legal custodian has the authority […]
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Ratified Contracts Explained: Fundamentals and Practical Implications

What is a Ratified Contract? Simply put, a contract ratified is a contract that is legally binding. Although this could be a sort of tautology, there is something to this definition. Simply "binding" can mean forceful, as in forceful agreement or a deeply ingrained habit. However, legally binding is about the obligation a person has […]
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