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» Man Charged in Alleged Abortion-Pill Switch
21/05/13 23:49 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Murder by abortion pill: That's the alleged weapon of choice for a Florida man charged with the first-degree murder of his ex-girlfriend's six-week-old fetus. John Andrew Welden, the 28-year-old son of a fertility doctor, has been indicted ..

» Tornado Safety Tips for Business Owners
21/05/13 23:27 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
A tornado can destroy your business just as easily as your home. What can business owners do to keep their assets and important documents safe? While authorities are just starting to tally up the damage from Monday's deadly tornado in Moore..

» Chief Keef Arrested Again, This Time for Pot Smoking
21/05/13 23:02 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Has teen rapper Chief Keef been arrested again? Yes, and this time, it's for marijuana. According to a police report obtained by TMZ, the 17-year-old Keef was allegedly smoking pot at a fancy hotel in DeKalb County, Georgia. No further deta..

» Can Parents Kick Teens Out of Their Home?
21/05/13 22:39 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Parents often threaten to kick their children out of their homes, and sometimes they even follow through. But is it legal to do so? While there might be some disagreement over parenting styles and child rearing, state and federal laws take ..

» Singer Sues McDonald's for Ruining Her Voice
21/05/13 22:23 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
A gospel singer is suing McDonald's, after she allegedly bit into a piece of glass while eating a chicken sandwich served to her at a McDonald's in New York City. Jacqueline Simpson is now claiming that her voice is ruined. She complains th..

» CDC 'Poop' Study: Why Swimmers Need to Shower
21/05/13 21:50 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Do you shower before you swim? If not, you're likely contaminating the pool with fecal matter, according to a new CDC study that's making waves. That's right: Everybody poops, but not everyone cleanses themselves responsibly. The Centers fo..

» NYC Shooting Was Anti-Gay Hate Crime: Cops
21/05/13 21:20 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Alleged murderer Elliot Morales is being charged with a hate crime after he taunted and fatally shot a gay Brooklyn resident on Saturday. The victim, Mark Carson, and his friend were walking through lower Manhattan when, unprompted, Morales..

» OK to Fire Worker for Looking for Another Job?
21/05/13 21:01 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Can you legally fire an employee just for looking for another job? This commonly occurs when an employee is caught using office equipment to apply for another job, or when an employee walks in late, dressed a bit nicer than usual, raising s..

» Legal How-To: Dealing With Noisy Neighbors
21/05/13 20:07 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Moving into a new house or apartment may not come with a guide telling you how to deal with noisy neighbors, but that doesn't mean that they are not a problem. Noisy neighbors can be distracting, disruptive, and difficult to deal with. Whil..

» Celtics' Terrence Williams Arrested Over Alleged Gun Threats
21/05/13 01:48 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
The Boston Celtics' Terrence Williams was arrested Sunday after he allegedly brandished a gun and made threats during a child custody exchange. The mother of Williams' 10-year-old son told police in Kent, Washington, that Williams had a vis..

» Randy Travis Sues Over DWI Dashcam Video
21/05/13 01:28 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Country star Randy Travis is suing over some naked, drunken driving arrest footage, reports the Austin American-Statesman. It was just earlier this year in January when Travis pleaded guilty to a charge of driving under the influence. The i..

» 'Hero Cop' Charged With Rape, Human Trafficking
20/05/13 23:35 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
Former "hero cop" Richard DeCoatsworth was charged Monday with rape and human trafficking, after he allegedly forced two women to perform sexual acts at gunpoint. DeCoatsworth was labeled a "hero" after he was shot in the face during a traf..

» Top 5 Legal Issues for Food Truck Owners
20/05/13 23:17 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
It's no secret that starting a food truck business is all the rage these days. Food trucks have found that sweet spot by tapping into the current popularity of foodie culture, the powers of social media, and, in many cases, cheaper prices. ..

» Miami Beach 'Bar Girl' Scammer Gets 12 Years in Prison
20/05/13 23:07 from International News - North America - Law.com
A nightclub operator has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for a scam that used Russian and Eastern European "B-Girls" to lure wealthy tourists into secret bars where they were fleeced with bogus bills for alcohol and caviar.

» Top 10 Summer Road Trip Legal Tips
20/05/13 22:53 from FindLaw News - Top Stories
The weather's getting warmer and the days are getting pleasantly longer, which means it's almost time for summer road trip season. The chance to hit the open road with loved ones, or even by yourself, is a beloved tradition for many. But be..