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What if I buy a car as is?

If you buy a car 'as is,' that means there is no warranty- either express or implied- associated with the purchase of that car. Under the law, there are both express and implied warranties available f...

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How can I get a federal license for my business?

In order to obtain a federal license to start a business, a person must meet several critical criteria. While some details may vary depending on your particular situation and the type of business you ...

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Jail Phone Calls to Lawyers Can Be Used as Evidence

Conversations between criminal defendants and their lawyers about their cases are typically protected from disclosure, so long as there is no discussion of a continuing or future crime or fraudulent a...

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Can a co-signer have their name removed from a loan?

There is generally only one way to have oneself removed as the cosigner of a loan; a cosigner's name is removed is when the loan is paid off. Assuming the borrower or cosigner aren't able to pay the l...

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Low and No-Cost Options for Legal Representation

There are a number of low and no-cost options available if you cannot afford the full price of an attorney's services. This article discusses these options and provides links to more information....

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When Does a Breach of Contract Occur?

People often wonder if they should take action against another when a breach of contract occurs. The first thing to consider is whether a breach has actually occurred. The answer depends on the nature...

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What are the defenses to a breach of contract?

If someone is accused of breach of contract, there are a number of defenses available to argue that a contract should not be enforced. If any of the basic elements of a contract are missing, or if the...

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What is a binding contract?

A binding contract has three key elements. The parties must be competent, there must be consideration, and there must be mutual assent, which means that each side must be clear as to the essential det...

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What is an adhesion contract?

An adhesion contract is a contract where one side has all of the bargaining power and the other side has to agree to the terms or walk away from the transaction. Adhesion contracts are an extremely co...

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Mad at Your Lawyer?

What are your options if you're dissatisfied with your lawyer's services? What if your lawyer never returns your phone calls or has over-charged you? This article discusses these issues at length and ...

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How to Fire your Lawyer

How and when you terminate the attorney-client relationship – and fire your lawyer--can impact your case and your finances. Written notice is always the best form of terminating the relationship. ...