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Georgia Maternity Leave Laws for Fathers

In Georgia, certain laws are recognized to protect a father's job while on family leave.babies on fathers shoulders image by Pavel Losevsky from Fotolia.comWelcoming a new addition to the family is a joyous occasion. Most parents spend several months anticipating and planning for the...

How to Obtain an SS Card

A U.S. social security card is an official documentation of your nine digit identification number. Having a social security card is required in order to legally work in the United States and its primary purpose is to track individuals and their families for accurate taxation purposes. You can obtain

What Are the Chapter 7 Laws in Louisiana?

Bogged down with debt, residents of Louisiana have the option of seeking either a Chapter 13 or a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. There are specific Chapter 7 laws in Louisiana that a debtor must follow when seeking this type of judicial relief and assistance.

Tennessee Laws for Filing a Divorce

Divorce laws in Tennessee cover every aspect of the dissolution of marriage. Parties must determine property distribution, spousal support, child custody and child support. While it is possible to file for divorce without the assistance of an attorney, a divorce lawyer can ensure you are...

Bankruptcy And Chapter 7 Attorney Greenwood

We all occasionally hit the hard times and need to get financial help. It is when the bankruptcy could be option for you all because it helps get you that "fresh start" which you require ...

Washington State Court Rules on Garnishment

Scales of JusticeJustice image by MVit from Fotolia.comGarnishments are a way a plaintiff can seek to enforce a judgment against a defendant. The most common types of garnishments are on a defendant's income. In other words, when someone has a judgment against another person, the creditor...

California Labor Laws on the Interuption of Work

Both employees and employers need to comply with California laws on work interruption.Allan Baxter/Photodisc/Getty ImagesThe state of California imposes distinctively strict labor laws. Labor laws include regulations on interruption of work. Interruption of work provisions include...

Virginia Notary Law

According to the Office of the Secretary of the Commonwealth (the state agency that oversees notaries), the function of a notary public is to act "as an official, unbiased witness to the identity and signature of the person who comes before the notary for a specific purpose." The Virginia Notary Act

What Is the "Click or Ticket" Law for California?

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration put in place the "Click It or Ticket" laws to promote driver safety. Under the law, drivers who do not wear their seat belts are subject to a ticket and fine. The "Click It or Ticket" law has helped create a seat belt usage rate of 83 percent natio

New Hampshire Regulations on Outdoor Wood Boilers

Outdoor wood boilers heat rural homes in New Hampshire.New Hampshire state contour against blurred USA flag image by Stasys Eidiejus from Fotolia.comOutdoor wood boilers (OWBs) work by burning wood that heats water. The water is then pumped to provide heat to homes nearby. Other uses...

How to End Child Support in Florida When Parents Reunite and Remarry

Parents have a responsibility to support children. Part of supporting a child means caring for her financially. When a couple with children separate, the noncustodial parent is typically ordered to pay child support. Since life is unpredictable, some circumstances cannot be foreseen. If separated Fl

Florida Laws on Condominiums

Chapter 718 of Florida Statutes sets out the guidelines for the establishment of condominiums in the state of Florida. The chapter is titled the "Condominium Act," and its main purpose is to establish procedural rules for the operation, creation and sale of condominiums. The Florida Condominium Act

Alabama's Laws on the Language of a Temporary Employee Vs. a Leased Employee

Alabama's laws on the difference between a temporary and leased employee can make a difference in various circumstances, most notably whether an injured worker is covered under workers' compensation. Temporary workers do not work for the employer, while leased employees technically work for a leasin

How to Calculate Restitution

In civil lawsuits, a plaintiff seeks compensation from the defendant for some injury allegedly caused by the defendant. The typical relief sought is money damages. There are several ways to measure money damages. A plaintiff's expectation damages, for example, is the amount of money the plaintiff ex

Moped Laws in South Dakota

South Dakota moped rulesmotor scooter #2 image by Aaron Kohr from Fotolia.comThe state of South Dakota has laws in place regarding the operation of two-wheeled vehicles. Under state law, mopeds are considered motorcycles, and any laws regarding their operation will be the same as those...

Florida Boiler Laws

The Boiler Safety Act, overseen by the Boiler Safety Program in Florida, specifies safety and operation rules for boilers in the state. Laws regarding inspection, certification and operation all fall under the auspice of the Safety Act, as do statutes regarding state boiler inspectors.

Food Stamp Benefits in Florida

An individual or family in Florida facing financial difficulty can apply for food stamps from the Department of Children and Families. Florida's Food Assistance Program provides eligible households with benefits for the purchase of food. The benefit amount given depends on family size and household

Alabama Motorized Bicycle Laws

Alabama defines motorized bicycle as motorcycles and expects operators of such vehicles to follow all applicable laws.motorcycle 2 image by Vitezslav Halamka from Fotolia.comOnly certain motors are allowed on a bicycle. Most propulsion motors legally turn a bicycle into either a moped or...