U.S. Law
Get the rundown on a wide spectrum of laws that touch on everything from immigration and equal rights, to how to win a small claims or criminal case.
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Breastfeeding Moms Band Together for Their Rights
Nursing mothers gathered at ABC news headquarters to protest with signs like "Mama's latte is best." The mothers had gathered to object to comments made a member of 'The View' talk show.
· 4 min read
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School Lockers: What Can a Teacher Search?
Though it's legal for a school to search a locker without a warrant, there are limitations to determine when they can and can't.
· 4 min read
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Police Lineups: Are They Reliable?
What is the real-life version of a lineup? And most of all, can you count on it?
· 4 min read
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Disabled and in Jail: The Disability Rights of Prisoners
How far-reaching is the Americans with Disabilities Act?
· 3 min read
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Free Speech Primer: What Can You Say?
The First Amendment, aka the right to freedom of speech, gives you the right to speak freely on any subject without government restriction or penalties. Can you really say or write anything you want?
· 4 min read
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Neighbor Disputes: What to Do When Your Neighbor Invades Your Property
If your neighbor is crowding you out of your own home or yard, it's time to take action.
· 3 min read
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Do Internet Filters Abridge Free Speech?
Internet filtering systems operate by searching for particular words, phrases, and block any website that meets their filtering criteria. Quite often, the filter blocks websites that are harmless or even educational. Is there anything you can do?
· 4 min read
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Noisy Neighbors: What Is Your Recourse Against a Noisy Neighbor?
Since a majority of Americans live in urban centers, chances are many of us confront the challenges of living in close proximity to our fellow citizens. But the insomniac neat freak upstairs who insists on vacuuming at 3 a.m. or the never-ending kegger next door need not be insufferable nuisances. A little legal knowledge and a good set of earplugs will help you get your hard-earned z's.
· 2 min read
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Know Your Rights: What Does Freedom of Religion Cover?
Deciding whether to say, 'Happy Holidays' or 'Merry Christmas' can be a personal choice. But for employers, government agencies, and schools, holiday activities or public displays must respect freedom of religion; otherwise, they could be held liable for discrimination.
· 5 min read
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Can You Be Sued for Sending an Email?
A case of nasty emails and one company's desire to track down the sender offers a lesson in your first amendment rights.
· 3 min read
