It’s often said that the only unavoidable things in life are death and taxes. However, there are many people who, for one reason or another, try to avoid filing a tax return. It might be something as simple as believing that they will not owe the IRS anything, and that…
Nowadays, divorcing is such a frequent activity that some sociologists have concluded that it could be a characteristic idiom of this contemporary age. The truth is that most couples do not evaluate the multiple consequences that divorce brings with it, both for themselves and for their children -if there are any. The…
Religion is often seen by many as a taboo topic to be avoided. However, it is important to remember that the many ethical and moral rules that religion teaches us affect us as people. This ongoing series aims to look at the various religious laws that surround and mould our…
While we sincerely hope that you never find yourself in the position have having to take another person’s life to protect yourself from harm, it’s important to understand that claiming self-defence is not so cut and dry. While you may have protected yourself and quite possibly a third party from…
If someone commits a crime while being deemed legally insane, there is a high chance that they will not be found guilty. Alternatively, they may be found guilty but sentenced to a lighter punishment on the basis of their mental impairment. While not all states allow for an insanity plea,…
In nearly every country worldwide, people are considered adults at age 18, and anyone under that age is considered a minor. This means that until you reach the age of adulthood, a minor is usually reliant on their legal guardian to take major decisions on their behalf. Why do we…
We often joke that parenthood doesn’t come with a user manual, so we’re all bumbling around trying to make the best of the situation. While it might be funny to think about, the reality is that parents do have certain legal rights and responsibilities towards their offspring. This article aims…
“Freedom prospers when religion is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged.” – Ronald Reagan You must have heard of Criminal Law, Business Law, Family Law and Civil Rights Law. But what about Religious laws? Interesting topic, isn’t it? What Is Religious Law? Religion can be defined…
In part one of this article, we looked at the UK’s Equality Act of 2010 as an example of the legislation that protects transgender people from discrimination. This article is a continuation of that, where we will explore the different types of gender reassignment discrimination this piece of legislation aims…
A disciplinary procedure is usually the best way for employers to tell staff when their performance or conduct is not up to the company’s expected standards and what needs to be done to improve. It allows them to clearly explain their point of view and should also give staff the…
