Unless your lease forbids roommates or guests, anyone who wants to live with you can probably do so. An unmentioned roommate is not a legal impossibility; it’s just an unspoken one. So long as the person doesn’t intrude on your lease rights, there’s nothing stopping you from having a guest (or several) as a roommate […]
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If you get arrested, there are choices available to you before your trial. A person who gets detained has many rights and limits on those rights. The rights are in the Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution. The accused will appear in front of a judge before going to trial. The accused may get […]
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Home burglary vs. invasion: two words often used interchangeably, but they have different legal definitions. If you’ve ever been the victim of either of these crimes, it can be a very traumatic experience. So, what’s the difference? When is a burglary considered an invasion? And what threats do these crimes pose to a homeowner? This […]
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There are not many jobs in the world with fixed terms. Even the U.S. President’s job isn’t fixed-term. After four years, a sitting president may decide to seek re-election to serve for another four years. What about judges? Well, judges don’t have fixed terms. Once picked by the president and confirmed by the Senate, that’s […]
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As far as Declarations go, many are usually self-explanatory. For instance, the 1995 Copenhagen Declaration on Social Development. However, in some cases, a Declaration may require further explanation as to what it is. In this case, the Bangalore Declaration. If you’re wondering about the Bangalore Declaration, you’re not alone. Many often wonder about this question […]
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