Archive for December, 2009
Sex For Sale On The Internet: Should Websites Be Liable For Adult Postings?
As cold weather begins to creep though the streets, prostitutes everywhere can breathe a sigh of relief. Unbeknownst to most who partake in the sex-trade industry, they have won a small victory in the war on cyber-prostitution. In late October, Federal Judge John F. Grady dismissed a lawsuit seeking to have Craigslist remove its “adult [...]
Social Networks Evolving Faster Than Laws Can Govern
Legal battles over online postings are being waged across the nation at an increasing rate. The idea of social networking is nothing new, but the exponential growth of sites such as MySpace, Facebook, and Twitter have brought these cases to the forefront of today’s news. Facebook alone has over 300 million active users, and with more new users [...]
Foreclosure Tips
If you are unable to make your mortgage payment: 1. Don't ignore the problem. 2. Contact your lender as soon as you realize that you have a problem. 3. Open and respond to all mail from your lender. 4. Know your mortgage rights. 5. Understand foreclosure prevention options. 6. Contact a HUD-approved housing counselor. 7. [...]
Circuit Court Clerk Selling Ad Space to Law Firms on Official Web Site
Dorothy Brown, the circuit court clerk for Cook County, Illinois, is selling ad space to law firms on her office's web site. The ads have a disclaimer stating that the clerk does not endorse any of the law firms and that the content of the ads doesn't represent the views of her office. Sales of the ads have been so successful that Brown is [...]
Legal Documents To Discuss With Your Parents
Conversing with older people about death or their health can often lead to uncomfortable situations. Once the topic has been brought to light, it would be beneficial to have a copy of the following documents (or at least know where the documents are located): 1. An inventory of assets – with account numbers, passwords, and locations of [...]
