The Legal Distinction Between Pistol And Rifle
Defining a Pistol and a Rifle Pistols are compact firearms that are held in one hand and designed to be fired from a staring position, having short barrels with a muzzle length of less than 12 inches. Pistol barrels vary in diameter and rifling pattern, depending on ammunition type and intended use. An array of features may distinguish pistols from […]
Recognizing Shift Length Regulations: Evaluating Hours Between Shifts
Guidance on Hours Between Shifts According to Law Commonly, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) laws do not specifically govern the hours of rest between a shift ending one day and the next shift beginning. However, several states do have restrictions. For example, in Oregon, all employees must receive a minimum of ten hours of rest between the end of one […]
Florida Overtime Laws: What You Should Know
A Quick Overview of Florida’s Overtime Law Overtime laws in Florida are not unique, but they are still important and worth understanding for Florida’s employees. In general, overtime laws seek to ensure that employees are paid more for hours worked over their regular hours. In every state, there are rules about how many hours employees can be required to work […]
California’s Consumer Protection Law for Defective Appliances
What is the California Lemon Law? The California Lemon Law, formally known as the Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, is a consumer protection law that provides remedies for the purchase of defective products. Initially enacted in 1970, the law seeks to protect consumers from deceptive sales practices and manufacturers’ malpractices. The main provisions of the law apply to new motor vehicle […]
Mastering Legal Org Charts: The Complete Guide
The Anatomy of a Legal Org Chart A legal organization chart typically refers to a chart that captures the various roles and relationships within the legal department of a company, or the firm. For either a legal department or a legal firm entity, an organization chart can be built by first identifying the major functional areas in the department or […]
South Carolina Suppressor Laws: Everything You Need to Know
Are Suppressors Legal in South Carolina? Suppressors have been legal for civilian use for a long time in South Carolina but there were some restrictions. The law is in codified in the South Carolina Annotated Code § 23-31-420 as follows: (A) It is unlawful for any person to sell or deliver a firearm suppressor in this State except a firearms […]
A Comprehensive Overview Of Washington State Fence Laws
Introduction and Overview of Fence Laws Fences and walls serve not only to mark the edges of a property and provide privacy and security, but also as architectural features that provide varied aesthetic components to residential, commercial and industrial property. As such, fences and walls are important components of land use planning. One of the key issues in land use […]
Managing Legal Risks in Extracurricular Activities
Liability Concerns in School-Sponsored Events Liability is the legal name given to obligations that a school may be forced to meet as a result of problems that occur with their students. These obligations often pertain to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of students engaged in school activities, particularly when those activities occur after school. Schools take on these obligations when […]
Learning the Basics of Trailer Rental Agreement Forms
What Exactly is a Trailer Rental Agreement? A trailer rental agreement is a document that clearly establishes the relationship between a trailer renter and a trailer renting company. It helps both parties understand their obligations to one another, including what their rights and responsibilities are. Without this document, misunderstandings can often result between renters and trailer renting companies.Basic terms that […]
US Law Shield Confronts CCW Safe: A Deep Dive Comparison
What is US Law Shield and CCW Safe? Each of the on-going legal protection programs has different backgrounds, but come to similar solutions. US Law Shield was established in 2006. Their mission statement is: "We are in business to protect you during the times of uncertainty and high stress that comes with being accused after a self-defense situation."[1] They aim […]