The Difference Between a Refugee and a Migrant

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The terms “refugee” and “migrant” are often used interchangeably in the international setting. The two, however, are distinct and “confusing them leads to problems for both populations,” UNHCR says. Who are refugees? Like migrants, refugees leave their home country, but unlike migrants, they are forced to do so because they are at risk of or
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Estate Planning Tips to Prevent Family Conflicts

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The death of a beloved one leaves his/her family members in grief, and sometimes, in uncertainty. The way the deceased’s assets are to be distributed usually becomes a matter of disagreement between family members. To avoid ‘’who gets what’’ battle between family members after your death, through estate planning is required during your lifetime. Creating a
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The Role of Trademark in Establishing a Strong Business

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Establishing a strong brand is pivotal to business success. Before introducing yourself to the community, it is important to protect your intellectual property from copyright infringement. All your attempts and ideas are worth to be secured. That is the first and most important reason to register your trademark. What is a Trademark? According to The
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Reasons to Hire a Local Attorney

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Trusting your case to a local attorney has many advantages. Being convenient in travelling and communication terms, local attorneys also have familiarity with local court system and may have developed strong connections with local community. The key reasons of hiring a local attorney include: Being familiar with local and state laws: Each state is allowed
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Are Bitcoin and other Cryptocurrencies legal?

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It is a well know fact that currencies are generally released and controlled by Central Banks. If ordinary citizens try to create and circulate any amount of money, they will end up finding themselves behind bars. The emergence of bitcoins and other cryptocurrencies gave rise to misconceptions about the currency systems, as the digital currencies
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What are my rights as a father in California

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California state laws ensure that the father has equal parenting rights. The court system and other government agencies are not allowed to interfere unless it is absolutely necessary. Some fathers believe the courts are biased when it comes to the divorce and the custody. In fact, the courts under the California family law use “the
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Benefits of Hiring a Family Law Attorney

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Families are the oldest and most important units of society and the existence of laws governing relations between family members is crucial. Family law (also called matrimonial law) deals with family-related issues and domestic relations. The fields Family Law comprises are divorce, custody, property division, pre/postnuptial agreements, adoptions, domestic violence, emancipation, guardianships and so on. Though
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5 Preliminary Steps to Ease Long Divorce Steps

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Going through a separation or divorce steps can evoke a range of unpleasant and chaotic emotions, such as fear, frustration, disappointment, anxiety, insecurity, doubt, revenge, etc. It is normal for a psychologically healthy person to experience such devastating feelings, but it is wiser not to let emotions get in the way of rational thinking and
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Auto Dealer Fraud Cases

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Even the most experienced car purchasers are not insured from becoming the victims of shrewd car salespeople and can encounter auto dealer scams. Any deceptive or illegal act practiced at the auto dealerships during the vehicle purchase process can be considered as “auto dealer fraud“. Fraud cases may range from financial deception to contract violation,
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What is a Class Action Lawsuit

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A Class Action Lawsuit is filed by a single individual or a small group of people on behalf of a much larger group. The cause of the lawsuit usually comes from a common set of facts or actions that lead to damages to everyone in that larger group. Class Action cases include product defects (e.g.
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