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How to Bring a Sibling to Live in the United States

By Jenn McFadyen

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U.S. Citizens with foreign siblings may petition the U.S. government to allow their sister or brother to enter the United States to live permanently. When your sibling arrives in the U.S. they will be able to adjust their status and apply for ... more »

How to Buy OSHA Safety Books

By eHow Legal Editor

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The Occupational Health and Safety Administration, also known as OSHA, offers a variety of training materials designed to make your workplace safe for your employees. OSHA safety books are an excellent way to train your management and employees ... more »

How to Buy Prepaid Legal Services

By eHow Legal Editor

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Prepaid legal services give people access to legal services that they otherwise would not be able to afford. The advantages of prepaid legal services far outweigh the average expense of between $12 to 20 per month. However, there are some things ... more »

How to Calculate Real Estate Commissions

By eHow Legal Editor

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When planning to sell your home or property, you should consider the commission you will pay to the real estate agent or broker. Calculating the real estate commission can be confusing. Take it one step at a time and you'll have it all figured out... more »

How to Change Your Name

By eHow Legal Editor

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You can change your name with a simple court procedure, but understand that you can change your legal name only if a court allows you to. Anyone may use an alias, but you cannot get legal papers, such as a driver's license or passport, in any ... more »

How to Choose Between a K3 Visa and a CR-1/IR-1 Visa

By Jenn McFadyen

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Both the K3 and CR-1/IR1 visas allow your foreign spouse to enter the U.S. and reside with you permanently. While the outcome is the same, there are some significant differences between the two that should be considered before applying. Read ... more »

How to Clean a Crime Scene

By eHow Legal Editor

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Cleaning a crime scene is not a simple process. It involves knowledge of blood bourn pathogens and extensive decontamination. A crime scene that needs cleaning may involve a violent crime such as murder or cleaning up a methamphetamine lab after ... more »

How to Consent to an Underage Marriage

By eHow Legal Editor

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Underage marriages require the consent of a parent or legal guardian. Procedures vary among the states... more »

How to Contact the Alaska Attorney General's Office

By JRMaughan

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In most states, the Attorney General is the person who gives legal advice to the state government. They act as the chief law enforcement officer and oversee public prosecutions. Here’s what to do in the event that you need to contact the Alaska ... more »

How to Contest a Non-Compete Clause

By eHow Legal Editor

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Non-compete clauses are often used by businesses to keep its employees from engaging in work in a related business or in the same area for a certain period of time. These clauses can be very constricting since they limit an employee's ability to ... more »

How to Contest and Prove Disability Harassment in the Workplace

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The Americans With Disabilities Act is a federal statutory scheme that prohibits, in part, workplace discrimination on the basis of disability. It is less widely known that federal law also prohibits disability-based harassment that creates a ... more »

How to Copyright

By eHow Legal Editor

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There have been a lot of problems lately with people stealing and posting things on the Internet. The (incorrect) assumption is that anything on the Web is public domain. Creators of all types are learning to protect themselves by making it clear ... more »

How to Copyright Digital Photos

By eHow Legal Editor

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The copyright process allows inventors, artists, and other individuals to protect their product from use by others without their consent. A photographer who copyrights his digital photos can sell his product, display it on his website and ... more »

How to Create a Friendly Workplace Environment

By eHow Legal Editor

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Nobody likes to roll out of bed in the morning in dread of going to work. While you and your employer may not be able to reduce the workload that causes some of that dread, you may be able to reduce the stress that comes from working in an ... more »

How to Create a Legal Sperm Donor Contract

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When using a known sperm donor it is best to have a legal binding contract. We will show you how and what to have... more »

How to create a trademark or trade name for a patented product, invention, or business

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Creating a trademark or trade name for an invention or business... more »

How to Deal With a Stalker

By eHow Legal Editor

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One of the scariest situations to be in is being the victim of a stalker, whether the stalking is physical, electronic or otherwise. The following steps are intended to educate as well as help people deal with this problem and regain control of ... more »

How to Deal with an Attorney

By Paul M. J. Suchecki

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Dealing with an attorney can be a challenge to even the most law-savvy courtroom veterans. Follow these steps for some sure-fire legal tips... more »

How to Deal With Gang Violence

By eHow Legal Editor

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Gang violence is a widespread problem in the United States. In all major cities throughout the country, gang crimes are being committed at ever higher numbers. Though the police help to curb the violence, they cannot eliminate the problem without ... more »

How to Deal With Telemarketers Violating Your Rights

By eHow Legal Editor

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Telemarketers are individuals who utilize call sheets and phone banks to contact the general public about new services, surveys or donation opportunities. Many people find telemarketing to be intrusive and excessive, and laws at the state and ... more »

How to Defend Against an Involuntary Bankruptcy Petition

By eHow Legal Editor

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If a person or business is in deep debt with creditors, bankruptcy can be filed against that individual or company. Sometimes, these charges are justified. In other cases, it is necessary to defend against involuntary bankruptcy petitions to ... more »

How to Defend the Right to Bear Arms

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The right to bear arms stems from the Second Amendment to the United States Constitution. It has become one of the most controversial issues in American society. Some Americans believe they need it to protect themselves from crime. Others just ... more »

How to Defend Yourself Against Discrimination in the Workplace

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Imagine you are next in line for a promotion. You have the skills but you get passed up because of the color of your skin, gender, religion or age. You are a woman and enjoy your work but get an unpleasant surprise when you find out you earn ... more »

How to Defend Yourself in Traffic Court in a Trial with No Prosecutor

By eHow Legal Editor

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You've determined that it's your best interest to contest your traffic ticket and represent yourself in court. You've studied the relevant traffic laws, prepared and rehearsed your defense, observed the courtroom in session. Now, it's all a ... more »

How to Defer Jury Duty

By eHow Legal Editor

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It's virtually impossible to "get out" of jury duty, but if you have a good excuse, you can sometimes defer service until a later date... more »