When it comes to law, lawyers and legal advice, there always seems to be an endless amount of paperwork and hoops to jump through in order to get any business done. Discover how to handle common legal issues or problems with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video series on legal information.
Series Summary
Law is the system of rules of conduct established by the sovereign government of a society to correct wrongs, maintain stability and deliver justice. Working as a lawyer involves the practical application of abstract legal theories and knowledge to solve specific individualized problems, or to advance the interests of those who hire lawyers to perform legal services. Legal advice, specifically, is the application of abstract principles of law to the concrete facts of the client's case in order to advise the client about what they should do next. In this free videos series on legal information, certified family mediator Robert Todd discusses important and general information regarding legal issues. Todd explains how to address a judge, change a will, check driving records, conduct a patent search and how to copyright. Legal issues can be strenuous and confusing. Using his legal expertise, Todd explains how to create a living trust, file a lawsuit, find free legal advice, file a restraining order, gather evidence and report credit card fraud. Watch these free videos and learn important legal information today.Slander occurs when an individual makes a defamatory statement verbally to a third person regarding a person in a false manner that damages that particular individual's reputation. Hire an attorney and gather evidence for a slander case with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
When addressing a judge in a letter, be polite as well as courteous and refer to them as judge or The Honorable. Appropriately address a judge with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Copyright is a constitutional guarantee of the authorship of a work of art, or medium of expression. Log on to the Internet to view important copyright related information with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
When conducting a patent search, hire either a patent attorney, a patent agent, or a patent searcher that specializes in patents, copyrights and trademarks. Check for qualified credentials to obtain proper legal advice with help from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Information regarding the penalties for drug possession in the state of Florida vary depending on the weight of the substance, the general reputation of the individual and prior offenses. Learn the punishment for drug possession by examining the statutes of the state with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Open someone's safe deposit box by gaining access, while the person is still alive or by getting an authorization from the bank or institution. Gain access to a safe deposit box with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
When going to court to address a speeding ticket, bring substantial evidence for your case and consider hiring a lawyer for help reducing the penalty. Reduce the penalties of a speeding ticket with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find free legal advice by checking Web sites on the Internet, or by examining the threshold guidelines of the state for qualification purposes. Get tips on resolving important legal conflicts with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find information regarding the penalties for embezzlement by referring to the statutes of the state that the crime was committed in. Learn about the civil and criminal penalties of embezzlement with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Get permission to use copyrighted material by contacting the publisher to get written consent and to avoid copyright infringement laws. Get legal advice pertaining to the use of copyrighted materials with help from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
File a mechanics lien, before hiring an attorney, by heading down to the local court office for important information and tips on filing out the necessary paperwork. Get assistance from the country clerk and resolve a legal issue with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Give someone power of attorney by checking the state statutes to learn about the limitations and restrictions regarding the legal agreement. Learn more about financial affairs with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
To defer jury duty, contact the number listed on the summons to determine whether or not there's a conflict. Find out legal reasons and excusable conflicts for deferring jury duty with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Change a last will and testament by checking the statutes of the codicil document or by employing a lawyer that specializes in state planning and probate. Get legal advice with regard to changing a will using tips from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find out if an idea qualifies for a patent by logging on to the Internet, or by hiring a specialist such as a patent agent or a patent searcher for assistance. Inquire about the rules and regulations for acquiring a patent with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find information regarding drugs listed under Schedule 2 of the Controlled Substances Act by logging on to the Internet to view the criminal penalties. Consult a criminal attorney and get legal advice about drug penalties with help from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Address the judge as either "judge" or "your honor" and always stand up when responding to a question in the courtroom. Be polite and courteous when addressing a judge in a court with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find out if someone is a convicted felon by checking criminal history records on the Internet, hiring a private investigator or by checking the county records. Learn how to gather important information regarding a person's criminal history with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Get a restricted license after a DUI conviction by contacting the local clerk's office or the state's division of motor vehicles for important information. Check the statutes of the state and obtain a restricted license with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find out if someone has a criminal record by logging on to Internet, hiring a private investigator or utilizing criminal background check services listed in the yellow pages. Stay safe and determine the criminal history of a particular individual with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Find information regarding the penalties of shoplifting by consulting an attorney or lawyer that specializes in the field to learn about the punishments that vary from state-to-state. Get legal advice about stealing and shoplifting with help from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
When filing for a restraining order, call the police for important information and assistance in order to safely protect you or your family. Get legal protection from dangerous groups or individuals with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
When reporting credit card fraud, contact the issuer of each credit card immediately or notify the Federal Trade Commission. Retain money and avoid fraudulent credit card spending with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
Check a driving record in Florida by logging on to the Internet and entering in your diver's license number, birth date and social security number. Find out more information about driving records using data from the Department of Motor Vehicles with advice from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.
An annulment is a legal procedure that is typically used in court on the grounds of fraud, no consent or underage marriage issues. Get legal advice for resolving important marriage issues with help from a certified family mediator in this free video on legal information.