Klondike Solitaire is the classic version of single player solitaire, played with a standard 52-card deck. The game involves arranging cards in sequence from lowest to highest rank by drawing from the stock, with four areas for playing cards. The game is won when all cards are placed in order on the basic spaces. The […]
Divisibility rules are quick tests to determine if one number can be divided evenly by another. Examples include: even numbers are divisible by 2, numbers ending in 0 or 5 are divisible by 5, and if the sum of the digits is divisible by 3, the number is divisible by 3. Some rules are more […]
Medical waste includes biological, solid, liquid, anatomical, pharmaceutical, chemotherapy, and sharps waste, each with its own disposal codes. Biohazardous waste requires labeling and proper containment, while solid waste is steam sterilized and disposed of like regular trash. Liquid waste is decontaminated and sent through specialized drains. Anatomical remains are incinerated on site, while chemotherapy and […]
When selling a home in the US, owners must disclose property taxes, mold, and haunted houses. Landlords must also notify buyers of any deaths within a certain timeframe. Failure to disclose could result in a lawsuit, as in the case of Stambovsky v. Ackley. Possible reasons for haunted house beliefs include confirmation bias and homicides […]
The Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure (FRBP) govern how US bankruptcy courts handle a case, from filing to appeals. Bankruptcy allows the court to pay off or rearrange debts, and the complex process often requires hiring an attorney. The FRBP sets deadlines and official forms for filing, and controls the appeals process. The Federal Rules […]
Tort law deals with personal injury or property damage and has three types of torts: willful, strict liability, and negligence. Negligence requires establishing duty of care, breach, causation, and damages. The “but for” rule is used to determine causality and separates additional causes or intervening acts. It quickly disqualifies a defendant from liability in some […]
Federal appellate rules vary by legal system and country. Common law countries have a specific appellate order and allow de novo review, while civil law countries may allow direct appeal to the supreme court and only overturn judgments based on errors of law. Socialist legal systems provide for a single appeal and may also allow […]
Pension regulations protect public pension funds by limiting investment firms’ risk-taking, separating pension funds from other accounts, and requiring compliance with investment recommendations and reporting. They also limit securities types and provide government guarantees against fraud. The term pension regulation refers to laws that exist in many countries specifically designed to protect the pension funds […]
E-discovery rules vary by country, with the US being more liberal and the EU being more restrictive. E-discovery is a legal procedure for parties to access each other’s documents before a trial. US rules are codified in the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, with fixed deadlines and format requirements. EU rules restrict the sharing of […]
Parties in the US have the right to appeal unfavorable decisions. Federal rules of appellate procedure govern federal appeals, while state courts decide their own rules. Deadlines and procedures must be strictly followed, or the right to appeal may be lost. A notice of appeal must be filed, and an appeal bond may be ordered. […]
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure are guidelines used by US district courts to determine civil cases. They were established in 1938 and have undergone significant revisions, with the 2007 version containing 11 chapters and 86 rules. Reading the rules is recommended for anyone involved in a federal civil process. The federal rules of civil […]
Probate is the process of settling a deceased person’s obligations. It involves determining the assets of the deceased, paying taxes and debts, and distributing property according to the will. Probate rules vary by jurisdiction and complexity of the will. When someone dies in a will, the act of settling the person’s obligations is called the […]
Rules of origin determine the country of origin for goods, which is important for taxes, tariffs, and trade agreements. The last substantial transformation or added value determines the origin. Companies consider these rules when sourcing and assembling products to avoid import taxes and quotas. Governments may change rules to promote domestic growth while keeping trading […]
Child custody laws vary by jurisdiction, but most courts consider positive environment, previous involvement, current participation, and personal character when determining eligibility. Financial resources, safety, and regular involvement are crucial. Personal character is the most important factor. Specific guidelines may vary by location and circumstance. Child custody laws can vary from one jurisdiction to another. […]
Investors can withdraw money penalty-free from a 403b at age 59 1/2, but there are rules and penalties for early withdrawals. Exceptions include death, disability, and financial hardship. Taxes must be paid at the time of withdrawal, and beneficiaries who inherit the 403b must pay income and estate taxes. It’s important to check custodial account […]
Money laundering laws criminalize the transfer of money or assets from illegal businesses in an attempt to hide transactions. Anti-money laundering efforts aim to prevent criminals from profiting from illegal behavior. Penalties include jail time, fines, or both. The legislation covers currency, stocks, bonds, and certificates of deposit, and in some regions, loans, credits, and […]
The federal rules of evidence regulate the admissibility of evidence in federal civil and criminal cases in the US. They were first adopted by the Supreme Court in 1972 and are periodically changed by Congress. The rules aim to promote fairness and uniformity in court administration and cover issues such as hearsay, authentication of evidence, […]
The Rotterdam Rules aim to create uniform standards for international maritime trade, based on the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Carriage of Goods Wholly or Partly by Sea. More than 20 countries have pledged to implement the rules, with Spain being the first to enact laws in 2011. The rules establish acceptable contractual […]
Disclosure regulations require individuals and entities to disclose factual information to outside parties. They cover multiple areas of law, including corporate, real estate, and banking. Publicly owned companies must provide more detailed information than privately owned ones. Real estate transactions and banking also have disclosure laws. Disclosure regulations are laws that require an individual or […]
The legal profession in the US is self-governing, with each state setting its own requirements and rules of professional conduct. The American Bar Association created the Model Rules of Professional Conduct as a guideline for states to follow. The rules cover ethical and professional conduct, breach of standards, and education opportunities. The American Bar Association […]
