Marriage License Prerequisites in Kentucky For those interested in a Kentucky marriage license, the first step is to visit the County Clerk’s Office. Currently, requirements include obtaining this license with certain fees and documentation. After receiving the license, it will be valid for 30 days. After that period, another license…
Law Enforcement Prospects in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania offers a diverse array of law enforcement entities. The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) provides statewide law enforcement and is responsible for almost 85% of the state’s population. The newest PSP Cadet Class will graduate in January 2016, a welcomed 240 new troopers to join…
What are Commercial Contracts The term "commercial contract" is used to describe many different types of written agreements between businesses. In general terms, it is a legally enforceable agreement between a seller and purchaser (or "buyer") for the supply of goods and/or services at an agreed price and time. From…
What is divorce law in Kenya Divorce law in Kenya, like in many other jurisdictions, is governed under a strict legal framework. In Kenya, the Act that governs marriages and divorce is The Marriage Act, 2014 (Laws of Kenya, Revision 2015). The provisions that specifically deal with divorce are under…
Law Basics of Contract Law Contract law governs the agreements that make up the backbone of society. Technically, contracts are agreements whereby one party agrees to provide something of value to another party in exchange for something else of value. Most contracts require consideration from both parties (i.e., a benefit…
What is Lemon Law? Lemon laws are statutes that provide remedies to consumers of defective products, particularly motor vehicles, and are designed to protect purchasers and lessees from vehicles that fail to perform up to consumer expectations. For vehicles, the lemon laws place an obligation on manufacturers to take back…
What is a sobriety provision? A sobriety clause is a stipulation that can be added to any custody agreement, though they are seen most often in high-conflict child custody cases. These clauses can take many forms, but many courts will not approve clauses that require the custodial parent to be…
All About Power of Attorney in Indiana Power of attorney is essentially a means to authorize a person to act on your behalf. There are many situations where this can be beneficial, such as when an individual is unable to conduct their own affairs due to mental or physical limitations.…
A Guide to Lease Agreements in California In the simplest terms, a lease agreement in California is a legally binding contract between a property owner and a lessee (tenant). A property owner is required to sign a lease with a renter if they hope to collect rent from that individual.…
What is a calendar call? A Calendar Call is a meeting held before a judge to determine when a case will be tried, requested motions argued, or another trial-related matter heard. Calendar calls generally take place in civil and criminal cases toward the end and beginning of a session. A…
