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How to Research Property Mineral Rights
The United States and Canada permit separate ownership of mineral and surface rights. This can make determining ownership complicated because sometime in the past the mineral rights may have been severed from the surface rights.
Definition of an Estoppel Affidavit
An estoppel affidavit is another term for a Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure. It enables a property owner, the grantor, to convey complete title of his property to the grantee so that the grantee assumes all obligations of the grantor.
How Can I Get a Birth Certificate Order by Internet?
Ordering a birth certificate through the Internet can be accomplished in a few easy steps. Before ordering the certificate, you'll need to know the city and state where the birth occurred along with the birth date and parents' names. You'll need a credit card to pay for the certificate and shipping.
How to Find a Licensed Attorney
There are many instances where you may need an attorney, such as: if you are buying a house, if you have been arrested for a crime, or if you were injured in a car accident or at work. Not all lawyers practice every area of law, and it can be difficult to find a licensed attorney who practices the a
Florida Pet Lemon Law
Many states have limited pet lemon laws, but Florida offers a comprehensive approach to pet buyer protection laws. Called the Pet Lemon Law, it applies only to dogs and cats. This law aims to protect consumers against unscrupulous pet dealers and breeders, and those who knowingly sell unhealthy anim
Can Microwave Ovens Be Placed in a Trash Bin?
According to the California Department of Toxic Substances Control, microwave ovens contain ozone-depleting chemicals, including mercury, that are dangerous to humans and the environment. Mercury is considered a universal waste by the U.S. government.
FERPA Law
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, or FERPA, is a federal law that protects the records of eligible students from unauthorized disclosure.The law gives parents some rights to their children’s educational records, and these rights transfer to the student once he reaches the age of 1
Tax Filing Requirements for Dependents
Tax returns are reports of your earnings that you file with the government at the end of the year. Dependents, in many cases, must also file taxes for wages or other income that is earned throughout the year.
How to Fix a Birth Certificate
Birth certificates sometimes contain misspellings or errors that can make performing basic legal tasks difficult. Errors can also make obtaining certain licenses or documents, such as drivers licenses or passports, difficult. To correct an error or misspelling on your birth c
How Does One Obtain Certification for an EBT for a Business?
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, known as SNAP, provides food assistance to low income families in the United States. Approved SNAP recipients receive an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card to purchase food in retail stores. To become an authorized SNAP retailer, you must meet the U
State of Tennessee Birth Certificate Information
Birth certificates are used to obtain identification such as a passport or a driver's license. They are living links to ancestors and vital to genealogy hunters. Tennessee keeps birth, death and marriage certificates in the Office of Vital Records.
What Is the Purpose of the UFCW Legal Fund?
More than 1 million people were part of the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) union, as of December 2010. The UFCW acts as a bargaining force with employers, negotiating hours, pay and benefits for its members. Legal funds are one of the benefits negotiated by local UFCW bargainers.
Birth Certificate Rights
Nearly everyone born in the United States since 1920 has a birth certificate on file with the Department of Vital Records in the state in which he was born. Birth certificates can be used to establish identity in order to apply for other forms of ID; to prove citizenship; and to establish paternity.
Information on Changing a Birth Certificate
Birth certificates are important documents that can be used for establishing and verifying identity, as well as providing a record of a birth; the names of the birth parents; the state, city, county, and hospital where the birth took place; and other vital information. For this reason, it is importa
Medical Power of Attorney for Kids
The legal definition of a power of attorney is "an instrument granting someone authority to act as agent or attorney-in-fact for the grantor," according to "Black's Law Dictionary." A power of attorney is a legal document that designates an agent---the person designated to make decisions--to act on
Air Force Reserve Paralegal Jobs
One of the most demanding enlisted career fields in the Air Force Reserve is paralegal. This job requires a lot of training. Training and experience you receive in the Air Force Reserve can translate to a high-paying civilian career as a paralegal or legal secretary.
How to Obtain a Death Certificate in NYC
Family and friends of deceased New York City residents can obtain death certificates for a variety of reasons: to augment family records, to research genealogical information or even to confirm a discount on funeral-related airfare. The city's Municipal Archives maintains the records of all deaths t
How to Order a Death Certificate in San Francisco
When you need proof of someone's passing, you can order a death certificate that shows the place and time of their death. In San Francisco, the Department of Public Health handles the local birth and death records. It's only able to access and give copies of death certificates for people who died in
Documents Needed to Secure a Promissory Note
Promissory notes are legal binding contracts between the lender and borrower to secure the terms of the loan. Having a valid promissory note does not guarantee the lender will get her money back from the borrower. To secure the loan in its entirety, a lender may add other documents such as default j