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What are the legal requirements for home schooling grade school age kids?

Monday, June 8th, 2009

jnoele asked: If I decide to home-school one or more of my children, what legal requirements do I have to meet in Illinois? One child is in 5th grade, the other would be in kindergarten next year. The reason would be the lack of quality education and quality teachers available where we live.

What is the legal age to leave a minor home alone in South Carolina for a weekend?

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009

lilly asked: Is there a legal age or is it up to the parents based on maturity and proven responsibility?
Actually, the child i am speaking of happens to be 17. Not five, not 3, not 10, but 17. The reason i am even asking is because legally, i want to be sure, considering [...]

What are the legal issues to consider for businesses or non-profits using social networking sites?

Sunday, May 31st, 2009

blondie026 asked: I work for a non-profit organization that has, in spurts, started using social networking sites such as facebok and myspace to connect to current clients, as well as a marketing tool to gain interest. What are the legal issues to be considered with these? How can businesses and organizations stay safe legally while [...]

What is the legal term for the implied promise of continued employment?

Tuesday, May 26th, 2009

ghjm asked: For example, if you take a new job, and in doing so you have to turn down other jobs, incur moving expenses, etc. You have an expectation that your new employer used due diligence in creating the position and will not end your job for trivial reasons. What is the legal term for [...]

What is the legal age for a child to stay home alone in Nevada?

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Casey asked: What is the legal age for a child to stay home in Nevada?
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