Iowa Septic Tank Law
A septic tank is part of a small sewage treatment system required at rural homes where public sewer connections aren't available. Iowa Code section 567-69 defines the tank as the watertight, closed portion of a septic system.
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Bounty Hunter Laws in Florida
Bounty hunters are outlawed in Florida.manette image by Giuseppe Porzani from Fotolia.comThere is no one-size-fits-all answer regarding the legal status of bounty hunters (or "bail enforcement agents," as they're more widely known within the industry) in America becasue the profession is...
Family Lawyers Shall Not Get Sexually Involved With Clients
Lawyers are looked up in the society. Belonging to an A-class group of professionals, attorneys are considered elites who have white-collar jobs. All lawyers have standardized ethic rules that they need to follow. Their place ...
What Are the Dating Laws in the State of Florida?
In Florida, the official age of consent to be sexually active is 18 years old.Legal Law Justice image by Stacey Alexander from Fotolia.comLaws dealing with the age of sexual consent, sometimes referred to as "dating laws," vary from state to state. In Florida, the official age of consent...
Law of United Kingdom
The United Kingdom has three legal systems. English law, which applies in England and Wales, and Northern Ireland law, which applies in Northern Ireland, are based on common-law principles. Scots law,
Smoked Headlights Laws
Headlights must be unobstructed in most states.headlight image by Tammy Mobley from Fotolia.comSmoked headlights are achieved by using headlight covers or a tinting material. Most states prohibit their use on public roads either at all times or only at night. They will cause the vehicle...
Massachusetts Laws About Verbal Threats
Massachusetts has laws that cover verbal threats made to another person. These laws are categorized as "proceedings to prevent crime." They are codified at Massachusetts General Laws chapter 275 section 2, et seq. Understanding the laws is accomplished by looking at both the wording of the statute a
Judgment Bankruptcy
A judgment debtor filing for bankruptcy protection is about the worst judgment recovery roadblock a judgment owner can face. As soon as you find out that your judgment debtor has filed for bankruptcy protection, you ...
Law Firm's Social Responsibility Programs – Do Well - Do Good
Social responsibility programs are now becoming an essential feature of law firms. This feature is also seen in law firms in Thailand.
Taxpayer Identification
For generations, the federal government has had everyone reduced to a number. For tax purposes, any filing a federal return to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must identify themselves with a taxpayer identification number. Different kinds of numbers are used for different types of taxpayers. For
Why Involve a Divorce Lawyer?
Many people considering a divorce believe involving attorneys in their case will be a waste of money, but the reality is that finding good representation can be the difference between moving on with l
West Virginia Minimum Wage Laws
Laborerconstruction laborer image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.comThe statutory amount that specifies the minimum an employer can pay her employees is called the minimum wage. As of 2010, federal law sets the minimum wage at $7.25 per hour. Many states, including West Virginia, have their...
The Omnibus Transportation Act
The provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Act allow employers to conduct drug and alcohol tests on job applicants and employees who are required to have a commercial drivers license. The legislation allows employers to conduct testing before hiring staff, as well as after an accident or on a rand
North Carolina Auto Inspection Checklist
North Carolina files all vehicle inspections electronically.North Carolina state contour against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comThe North Carolina Department of Transportation's Division of Motor Vehicles regulates the inspection of vehicles throughout the...
Things to Check Before Hiring Lawyer
If you are in Australia then there are many excellent law firms which are running their consulting and assistance services in the most Asia-pacific region.
The Evolution of the Modern Torts of Libel and Slander
The common-law courts develop the actions the libel and slander through what was called the action on the case. The essence of such an action was damage distinct from the action address pass and the ...
Medical Records Laws in Ohio
Ohio law protects your rights to view your medical records.doctor image by sasha from Fotolia.comIn the United States, patients have the right to see and amend their medical records. Acts such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, outline federal laws that...
Georgia Garnishment Laws
Georgia garnishment law provides provisions for claim disputes, statute of limitations, interest rates and use of bad checks.The gold topped state capitol building in Montpelier, Vermont image by Rob Hill from Fotolia.comCreditors use garnishment to collect unpaid debt with a court-order....
Legal Questions about Joint Custody
Joint custody often raises many legal questions. Read this article to get many of your toughest questions answered.
Florida Law on Christian Counseling
Christian counselors in Florida and other states work closely with individuals to provide a spiritual perspective to issues. They must not only meet Florida accreditation requirements but must comply with theological regulations as well.