Filing false information on a U5 form may be career ending, but you have options.
Defamation with a Form U5 Filling happens when someone makes a false statement about you that damages your reputation. It can take the form of[…]
The Price-Anderson Act: A Shield in Nuclear Liability
The Price-Anderson Act, first enacted in 1957, is a pivotal piece of legislation in the United States that governs liability-related issues for nuclear power facilities.[…]
Missouri’s New Hands-Free Law and Its Impact on Civil Liability
As of January 2024, Missouri has taken a significant step forward in road safety by implementing a new hands-free law, aiming to reduce the number[…]
Qualified immunity and how you can still file a lawsuit against the state.
When it comes to holding police departments accountable through lawsuits, individuals often face significant legal hurdles, primarily due to the doctrine of qualified immunity. This[…]
National Security Letters, and why you don’t need to respond to them.
Understanding National Security Letters: The “Scary Letter” You Don’t Need to Respond To In today’s digital age, where information flows freely and rapidly, national security[…]
Supreme Court Ruling strikes down injunction, but do you have to file you BOI report with FinCEN?
The short answer is no, the Supreme Court only enjoined one of the two injunctions In a decision yesterday, the Supreme Court issued a ruling[…]
Is There a Link Between Warfarin and Schizencephaly?
What is Schizencephaly Schizencephaly is a rare congenital brain malformation characterized by abnormal slits or clefts in the cerebral hemispheres. These clefts can lead to[…]
Illinois Concealed Carry Unconstitutional?
Last week the Illinois Supreme Court held oral arguments to determine if its concealed carry law is unconstitutional The Illinois Supreme Court recently found itself[…]
Why is it important to have a power of attorney
When planning for the future, many people focus on creating wills or setting up trusts, but a crucial aspect often overlooked is establishing a power[…]
I own a small business – do I need to file with FinCEN as a Beneficial Owner?
As of January 13, 2024, businesses and stakeholders across the United States were preparing to comply with a critical new requirement set forth by the[…]
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