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| Renting to Illegal Aliens | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I saw a question you answered in May pertaining to renting to illegal aliens. How does this differ ...
A: There is no US law that requires landlords to determine the status of possible illegal alien. In ...
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| ADA versus Affirmative Action | 10/24/2009 |
Q: What are the differences between ADA and Affirmative Action?
A: The ADA is a specific law designed to give special employment and housing rights to the disabled. ...
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| hate crime | 8/20/2009 |
Q: About four years ago we experienced a situation in which our neighbors were constantly harassing us ...
A: Disability may be covered by some hate crime laws, but even it it was, your disability would have to ...
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| "hate Crime" | 8/19/2009 |
Q: About four years ago we experienced a situation in which our neighbors were constantly harassing us ...
A: Sorry to hear about your situation. Please keep in mind that I cannot provide specific legal advice ...
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| harassment | 8/18/2009 |
Q: I am a student at a college. Once the instructor suddenly had black marks on her neck, swellings, ...
A: I cannot comment directly in this forum on whether a specific incident constitutes a violation of ...
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| Affirmative Action | 7/21/2009 |
Q: Respected Sir, I am bit confused about the detailing of the question pls help. 1.Can attirmative ...
A: Affirmative Action is a vague term used to cover a wide variety of practices. In the sense of being ...
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| Affirmative Action | 7/13/2009 |
Q: What is the difference between Affrimative Action and Quotas?
A: Affirmative action is a rather vague term that covers a broad range of activities designed to help ...
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| renting to aliens | 5/10/2009 |
Q: How do illegal aliens renting rights as differ from US citizens. Do landlords have legal risks in ...
A: Generally speaking, one's citizenship status has no affect on leases or rental agreements. ...
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| why do people that are here | 4/21/2009 |
Q: why do people that are here illegally have the right to use our court system? shouldnt that be for ...
A: Any person who has an issue for which a US court has jurisdiction has the right to use the court ...
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| illegal aliens | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I know that my employer hires illegal aliens and pays them cash under the table (specifically with ...
A: It is illegal to hire someone who does not have proof of legal residency. It is also illegal to pay ...
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| impounding of vehicle | 3/21/2009 |
Q: In Michigan, a man was arrested for soliciting a prostitute and his vehicle was impounded. The wife ...
A: The argument behind civil forfeiture is that the item used in the crime, in this case the care, is ...
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| Signing a Declaration | 3/11/2009 |
Q: An investigator wants me to sign a declaration regarding my statements as to sexual harrassment I ...
A: Please keep in mind that I cannot provide specific legal advice in this forum. For that you would ...
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| Constitutional rights | 2/24/2009 |
Q: Is violation of my Constitutional rights illegal? Would it (or could it) warrant a lawsuit? I was ...
A: Of course, you can choose not to shop there. Also, once the sale is made, you can do anything (that ...
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| Constitutional rights | 2/24/2009 |
Q: Is violation of my Constitutional rights illegal? Would it (or could it) warrant a lawsuit? I was ...
A: I understand your feelings and agree this this is an incredibly stupid policy. That said, a private ...
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| foreign accents | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Michael Not really a civil rights question but I wasnt sure who to ask hoping you can help. I live ...
A: I'm not sure one can do much about a language barrier. Most cities have policies that prevent ...
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| Justice in the courtroom | 11/29/2008 |
Q: .. I need help with some questions and I pray that you can help me. The Supreme Court has ...
A: The Supreme Court has held that courts are not permitted to discriminate based on race when picking ...
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| Protest Against Iraq War | 10/23/2008 |
Q: I apologize if this is not your field, but I thought I'd at least give this a try. I understand ...
A: I think you would be hard pressed to fine much of any mainstream opposition to the initial war ...
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| Protest Against Iraq War | 10/21/2008 |
Q: I apologize if this is not your field, but I thought I'd at least give this a try. I understand ...
A: This is a little off topic for me, but I'll take a shot. Firstly, there was no Iraq War right ...
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| reasonable accomodation and undue hardship | 4/27/2008 |
Q: What is the significance of "reasonable accommodation" and "undue hardship" as they relate to ...
A: These rather vague terms are used by the courts to determine how far an employer must go to ...
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| No Interview... | 4/2/2008 |
Q: If I apply to a federal position and meet and exceed all the education and experience requirements ...
A: I cannot provide any specific legal advice in what is a fact specific situation. But in general, if ...
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| civil rights | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I am righting wondering if you can answer a question. I was injured and lost my hearing and the ...
A: Please keep in mind that I cannot provide specific legal advice in this forum regarding your case. ...
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| arresting solicitors of prostition | 7/11/2007 |
Q: If someone is charged with prostitution or solicitation of prostitution is there a difference ...
A: Generally speaking, the equal protection clause prevents discrimination based on sex when ...
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| minority/majority | 7/10/2007 |
Q: How is the determination calculated to establish "minority/majority"?? Is this done by zip code, ...
A: For most civil rights litigation, and underreprented group is determined by calculating whether a ...
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| going crazy | 5/19/2007 |
Q: I have a friend who has a boyfriend. Her boyfriend's parent's have been stocking him, following him, ...
A: Watching people is not necessarily illegal, but when it becomes harrassing as this sounds, one can ...
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| Should juveniles be tried as adults? | 5/7/2007 |
Q: I am writing a persuasive paper on why juveniles should not be tried as adults and I was hoping to ...
A: This is, of course a matter of personal opionion. There are valid arguments on both sides. My ...
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| harrasment & discrimination from boss at work | 4/1/2007 |
Q: i recently quit my previous job because the manager and assistant manager (at Party City Rockville, ...
A: There is nothing particularly illegal about calling people names or using foul language. However, ...
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| ths question had been bugging me | 1/20/2007 |
Q: agreed but then i want to know why the property price in india is that high? y do people want to ...
A: Well, for starters, India is the most densely populated country in the world. Therefore, land is at ...
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| ths question had been bugging me | 1/20/2007 |
Q: i need to know... the proprty prices in most cities of india are approximately equal and even more ...
A: While it is true that property values in select Indian cities have become quite high, and that there ...
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| Unconstitutional | 1/6/2007 |
Q: How do you go about filing charges against the Federal Government for years of cruel and unusual ...
A: The Federal government is subject to sovereign immunity, meaning it cannot be sued civilly. One ...
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| discrimination | 12/26/2006 |
Q: I am a Corporate HR Manger for a large privately held services provider to the global automotive ...
A: From your description, it sounds like the poor treatment is due to a personal conflict between you ...
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| Harrassment | 12/12/2006 |
Q: My brother is currently in prison and is being harassed by his counselor. His counselor is a former ...
A: Legally, a prisoner can file a complaint with prison authorities. But in reality, filing such a ...
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| Illegal Aliens rights | 12/5/2006 |
Q: Do illegal aliens pay taxes, get social security, medicaid/medicare?Do u know if they can receive ...
A: They are ineligible for Social Security or Medicaid/Medicare. If they are getting it, it is with ...
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| Illegal Aliens rights | 12/5/2006 |
Q: Do u know if they can receive any government assistance & if so,what kind, can they have a bank ...
A: Illegal aliens can take advantage of general services such as use of parks, museums, etc. Their ...
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| Stolen dogs & Animal Rescue | 12/4/2006 |
Q: Big problem is that the Judge let her (my wife) out of the lawsuit I brought against her, the vet ...
A: Well, it sounds like there are problems establishing ownership because your wife is claiming some ...
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| Illegal Aliens rights | 12/1/2006 |
Q: I'm doing a project for school and I want to know about the rights of illegal aliens. My part of ...
A: By and large, illegal aliens have the same rights as any other US resident. They have the right to ...
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| Stolen dogs & Animal Rescue | 12/1/2006 |
Q: While I was in the hospital last July I had family and friends taking care of my home & dogs in my ...
A: and sorry to hear about your difficulties. From the facts given, there are no Constitutional rights ...
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| My Language skill | 11/11/2006 |
Q: I am being forced to speak spanish just cause human resources says it is listed on my application ...
A: Generally speaking, an employer can build in any requirements they want into a job. These ...
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| Layoff | 11/3/2006 |
Q: My 58 year old brother was laid off tues after 13 years at a car dealership bodyshop because they ...
A: On its face, your description certainly sounds like it raises an issue of age discrimination. He ...
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| illegal alien rights | 9/6/2006 |
Q: What law(s) are you basing your answer on that people in this country illegally have the same basic ...
A: Basic Constitutional rights, such as the rights of free speech, freedom of religion, due process, ...
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| invasion of privacy/stalking | 8/15/2006 |
Q: I am having a problem with a family who resides in my neighborhood.My son recently had an ...
A: Sorry to hear about your difficulties. Unfortunately, I cannot provide specific legal advice in ...
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| Racial Discrimination/Retaliation/Negligence | 8/8/2006 |
Q: Are there any circumstances where a public school admin. can release a student to an 'unauthorized' ...
A: It sounds like there are a number of issues here. As with many discrimination cases, it could be ...
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| Sexual harassment | 8/2/2006 |
Q: How can one be sure where the line is of what is and isn't sexual harassment. I hate having to guess ...
A: I certainly understand your confusion. Sexual harassment law is extremely vague as to what is ...
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| Affirmative action | 6/30/2006 |
Q: I am foreign student writing a paper about positive/affirmative action in employment. I would be ...
A: In the 1960's and 70's the Courts took a fairly liberal view in allowing employers, and in some ...
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| sacrifice? | 3/9/2006 |
Q: My name is Moe. Is openly demonstrating and protesting the way to go? Could you comment on the ...
A: I suppose given the choice between the two, it is better to know what is going on regarding ...
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| STOCKING LAWS | 12/30/2005 |
Q: IS IT ONLY AN ARRESTABLE CRIME IF THE STOCKER HARMS THE PERSON THIER STOCKING?
A: No. In most, if not all states, stalking is a crime in itself -- even if the stalker causes no ...
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| Being arrested on my Mother in Law's word | 11/14/2005 |
Q: Recently I was arrested for child terroist threat ( telling her I would kick butt if she did not do ...
A: Sorry to hear about your difficulties. Unfortunately, I am not permitted to provide specific legal ...
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| Criminal Background | 10/26/2005 |
Q: Michael, I have new neighbors, of which I am suspicious, and would like to know if they have any ...
A: Like the majority of States, Maryland has sex offender files online but does not have any sort of ...
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| Criminal Background | 10/22/2005 |
Q: Michael, I have new neighbors, of which I am suspicious, and would like to know if they have any ...
A: Criminal convictions are usually public record, but finding that information can be very difficult. ...
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| affirmative action for women | 8/16/2005 |
Q: I'd like to ask about the affirmative action towards women in The US.First,if it exists and its ...
A: Affirmative action is simply an attempt to do something to help an under-represented group become ...
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| Affirmative action regarding Racial Discrimination | 7/21/2005 |
Q: A. In a society which suffers from a minority racial imbalance due to racial discrimination ...
A: I suppose it depends on what you mean by "affirmative action." This rather vague phrase can be used ...
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| Affirmative action program | 6/28/2005 |
Q: As to affirmative action programs, minority racial groups benefit from special places reserved for ...
A: Affirmative action does not always mean reserving places for minorities. Reserved spots are called ...
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| juvenile justice | 5/10/2005 |
Q: what are some reasons that support that juveniles should be tried as adults?
A: The main argument for trying juveniles as adults is that if they commit the same crimes as adults ...
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| Affirmative Action questions | 4/5/2005 |
Q: Troy, Would you take the time to answer and discuss the following questions? Thank you In your ...
A: "Affirmative Action" is a broad and very vague term. At it's most basic level it means taking steps ...
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| civil liberty | 3/19/2005 |
Q: I am doing research on Civil Liberty and need you help, can you please tell me In your opinion what ...
A: "Civil liberty" is basically just a term which means the freedoms that are available for you in your ...
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| Rights of Jurors for Privacy-when selected for Jury Duty? | 3/15/2005 |
Q: My husband got called for Jury Duty , he couldnt believe that the Murder suspect was allowed to SIT ...
A: As unfair as it may seem to you, criminal defendants have a right to be a part of all aspects of ...
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| juveniles tried as adults | 12/3/2004 |
Q: I have to write a papaer on juveniles being tried as adults and I wanted your opinion. I have to ...
A: My own personal view is that juveniles should not be tried as adults. Although the juvenile ...
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| Timeline | 9/21/2004 |
Q: Would you be able to give me a timeline from the beginning of our country to the end where everyone ...
A: I'm not sure I unserstand your question. The point of the line in the declaration is that everyone ...
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| Discrimination | 9/14/2004 |
Q: Is it legal for certain organizations and institutions to discriminate against people based on their ...
A: Race sex and certain other forms of discrimination are illegal for employers or places of public ...
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| Affirmative action | 8/5/2004 |
Q: Do you think that due to Michigan cases (Gratz and Grutter), in the near future, the attitude to the ...
A: The Gratz and Grutter decisions ended up being a fairly muddled outcome that didn't really please ...
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| electoral franchise | 8/1/2004 |
Q: i'm a law student in Israel and under a survay i'm doing comparing the israeli legal system to the ...
A: The right to vote is as pretty much as fundamental a right as we have. There are numerous cases ...
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| dignity of the dead | 7/30/2004 |
Q: "Hellow my name is igael attias and i am a law student from israel. i am working on a law project ...
A: The US Constitution says nothing about the treatment of dead bodies. There is no particular ...
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| alien's rights | 7/27/2004 |
Q: im doing a research about alien's rights. which rights do they have? do they have any protection in ...
A: Aliens living in the US have pretty much the same Constitutional rights as everyone else. The only ...
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| ACLU | 7/18/2004 |
Q: Who supports and pays for the ACLU activites? Does the taxpayer pay any portion?
A: The ACLU has been a privately funded organization ever since it was founded in 1920. For the most ...
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| affermative action | 7/13/2004 |
Q: affermative action has developed in the last decades, in your opinion where is this policy going?, ...
A: Affirmative Action started in the late 1960's, shortly after the Civil Rights laws were passed. The ...
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| the difference between illegal discrimination and permissible distinction | 7/5/2004 |
Q: I am an Israeli law.student writing a paper on the difference between illegal discrimination and ...
A: That is a rather broad topic. Generally in the US, there are two major areas of discrimination. ...
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| Affirmative Action | 6/18/2004 |
Q: Is Affirmative Action a voluntary program and does it involve quotas?
A: The term "affirmative action" is rather meaninless out of context. It basically means taking ...
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| What is America's greatest... | 6/18/2004 |
Q: What is America's greatest dilenma currently? Does it has more than one? What are the solutions?
A: There are always many dilemmas facing a country. It is pretty subjective to say which is the ...
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| Please Help Me | 5/27/2004 |
Q: I really need someone's input. My lawyer doesn't care, all he does is yell at me. I am 39 and this ...
A: Sorry to hear about your difficulties. However, the sad reality is that jail is not a nice place ...
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| Constitution and Amendment Classification | 5/8/2004 |
Q: In a States Executive Judicial declaration of court rules in evidentuary hearings,it states within ...
A: I read through your question several times but am still not sure I understand what you are asking. ...
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| Please answer asap | 5/3/2004 |
Q: I am a senior in high school and writing my senior paper on the topic of Brown vs. Board of ...
A: I suppose it depends on what you think it was supposed to accomplish. The immediate goal of the ...
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| Alternative resources? | 4/21/2004 |
Q: ...Thank you for responding so quickly,...In responce to a part of your suggestions,..as of 1999 ...
A: Courts have conflict of interest laws, but unless you have some specific reason why there is a ...
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| detaining | 4/20/2004 |
Q: i have been stopped many times in my life by people like police officers,security guards,etc. i ...
A: I cannot provide specific legal advice here, except to say you should consult with an attorney if ...
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| Need to be "pointed"in the right direction,concerning ADA/Retaliation Fed.Case | 4/19/2004 |
Q: Troy, I have a ADA/Retaliation Civil Action pending against my former employer,a municipality.I ...
A: Sorry ot hear about your continuing difficulties with the legal system. One unfortunate aspect of ...
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| Personal property | 4/18/2004 |
Q: I had all of my personal belongings taken from me at the time of my divorce, a motion was filed to ...
A: There are two parts of the Constitution that deal with the right to property. First, one may not be ...
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| Amendment 2 | 4/10/2004 |
Q: i was just wondering,which city in Colorado did the Amendment 2 started?hope to hear from you ...
A: Amendment 2 did not start in any one place. The initiative was put on the ballot by a petition ...
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| Full pardon | 4/7/2004 |
Q: I am in the process of receiving a full pardon from Governor Jeb Bush to re-instate my civil ...
A: My thoughts should not be construed as legal advice. If you want an authoritative opinion on the ...
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| racial radio | 4/7/2004 |
Q: My mom saw this article about a commentator of one of Las Vegas's radio stations. He was insulting ...
A: Sorry to hear about your experience, but that is exactly the sort of thing that the First Amendment ...
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| discrimination | 3/30/2004 |
Q: Since you are unable to comment on any ongoing actual civil cases we will assume that this ...
A: Having a vandetta against a particular employee, treating him unfairly, verbally abusing him, or ...
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| impact on Affirmative action | 3/29/2004 |
Q: If the U.S. decides to import workers or export jobs, would that eliminate the need for the ...
A: I don't think the two are really related. However, it might help if we define the terms a little. ...
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| Branches of Government | 3/18/2004 |
Q: I know you may not have knowledge to share on my situation,yet please read for at the end there is ...
A: Administrative procedure can be a complicated process. Unfortunately, a just result does not ...
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| Branches of Government | 3/18/2004 |
Q: I know you may not have knowledge to share on my situation,yet please read for at the end there is ...
A: I know it sounds like a violation of the separation of powers, but the Supreme Court has held that ...
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| what should I do? Do I havew a case? | 3/14/2004 |
Q: J.W. AND C. L. VITTITOW 695 west blue lick road lot # 55 Shepherdsville, Ky. 40165-7989 ...
A: First off, let me say that I am not licensed to practice law in Kentucky and therefore cannot ...
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| Who else can I contact? | 2/22/2004 |
Q: I live with a person who is a member of the "protected class." I feel we have been discriminated ...
A: Sorry to hear about your difficulties. The First Amendment protects name-calling, but it does not ...
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| Third Reconstruction | 11/26/2003 |
Q: I have to write an essay based on Eric Mann's book "Dispatches from Durban". But I don't understand ...
A: I can't say I've read the book. I did read an online review just to figure out what was meant by ...
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| why do you htink people judge people by the color of there skin? | 9/23/2003 |
Q: Good day, My name is Selina and I am working on a project for my Information Technology class. I ...
A: There is a difference between discrimination based on skin color and discrimination based on race or ...
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| affirmative action | 8/15/2003 |
Q: Do you think affirmative action is important for minorties and why?
A: Affirmative action is a rather vague term that can mean many things. Originally, it just meant ...
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| Quotas | 7/30/2003 |
Q: Are they legal? I am writing a paper for school about affirmative action. The premis is " Is ...
A: Affirmative action is an inherently vague term that is really almost meaningless. It really is just ...
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| CREDIT CHECKS | 7/15/2003 |
Q: "" I HAVE BEEN ON TWO INTERVIEWS AND WAS WONDERING IF I SHOULD MENTION THE FACT THAT I FILED FOR ...
A: First off, let me say that it is illegal for me to provide specific legal advice to you without ...
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| Supreme Court decisions | 7/4/2003 |
Q: I don't understand the meaning of the two recent U.S. Supreme Court decisions on college admissions. ...
A: First off, I think most "Negroes" prefer to be called black people or African-Americans these days. ...
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| government | 5/27/2003 |
Q: What is the differnce between civil rights and civil liberties?
A: The two terms are usually used interchangably. They both refer to certain authority granted to you ...
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| Juveniles tried as adults | 5/13/2003 |
Q: I am look for the disadvantage or the negative impact of trying Juveniles as adults. I am doing a ...
A: The main reason children have not traditionally been tried as adults is that people see a ...
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| The Patriot Act | 5/7/2003 |
Q: What do you know about the Patriot Act which became a law in October 21, 2001? This act from the ...
A: The law itself is neutral. The criticism most frequently heard against it is that it gives the ...
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| harrassment by boss | 1/29/2003 |
Q: I currently have no case. Q: Boss is provoking me by accusing me of breaking rules that I didn't ...
A: First, keep in mind that I am not permitted to provide specific legal advice here. Your state may ...
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