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How to Get a Divorce in Missouri If a Husband Cheated

Missouri allows for fault and no-fault divorces based on an irrevocably broken marriage. Adultery constitutes a marital fault divorce, but you should consider for what reason you are seeking a fault divorce. Financial consideration is not guaranteed for adultery and unless your spouse is fighting yo

Recertification of Food Stamps

Food stamp programs are intended for temporary use. When you are approved for the program, you are given a certification letter stating the length of time you will receive benefits. If you still require assistance at the end of your certification period, you can re-certify by presenting your case wo

Florida Fish & Wildlife Laws

Fishing and hunting in Florida's backwoods are highly regulated.florida park image by Dave from Fotolia.comFlorida is home to thousands of miles of coastline and waters reaching out into the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. The rivers and streams that snake...

Kansas Rental Laws

The KRLTA acts as a guideline for the rental laws of Kansas.lease image by Renato Francia from Fotolia.comKansas has drafted and implemented its own statutes called the Kansas Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (KRLTA). The Act specifies the laws and provisions concerning residential...

Colorado's Youth Driving Laws

Colorado drivers who are 16 to 21 years of age must obtain a minor's license in order to drive an automobile.yellow car, a honda japanese sport car model image by alma_sacra from Fotolia.comLong gone are the days when you can practice driving down a dirt road or in an empty parking lot...

The History of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit

Low-income households face unique monetary challenges when locating affordable, suitable housing. The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) provides an indirect federal subsidy for the development of affordable housing, according to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. During the 18

Marriage Separation Laws in Florida

Learn the rules for divorce in Florida.ring image by Jens Klingebiel from Fotolia.comMarriage separation, also known as legal separation or marital separation is the legal process in which a couple formalizes a "de facto" separation. During this separation, the couple is still legally...

How Can I Get an Annulment?

Each state has its own statutes that define under what circumstances a court may grant an annulment. While a divorce and an annulment are both legal means of ending a marriage, they are different --- an annulment does not recognize the validity of the marriage. A divorce, in contrast, terminates wha

Casual Employees and the National Employment Standards

CASUAL EMPLOYEES AND THE NATIONAL EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Casual employees are not entitled to the full range of benefits under the FW Acts National Employment Standards (NES), which take effect on 1 January 2010. Below are ...

South Carolina Law Regarding Salaried Employee Sick Leave

The South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation administers the state's wage and hour laws. Under South Carolina law, employers are not required to provide paid leave to their employees, and if they do, they can adopt different paid leave policies for hourly employees than salaried

Lemon Laws of Tennessee Information

Tennessee lemon laws provide strict guidelines to consumers.lemons and lemon tree image by jc from Fotolia.comTennessee lemon laws prohibit deceptive practices by ensuring that consumers who purchase qualifying items in the state receive adequate protection. The state's lemon law...

Expandable Baton Laws in Arizona

Arizona has a long tradition of protecting Second Amendment rights.Arizona, America image by Serenitie from Fotolia.comWith crime in the forefront of daily news, it is becoming more common for Arizona's citizens to want to protect themselves against threats to their life, property or...

OSHA Requirements for Propane Fork Lifts

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulates all forklifts, which it calls "powered industrial trucks," according to its website. Specific regulations exist for propane-powered forklifts as well as the fuel-grade propane it uses.

High Speed Chase Laws in New York State

New York State law regarding the unlawful fleeing of a police officer was amended in 2006, after a state trooper was killed during a high speed chase. In 2006, the Craig J. Todeschini Unlawful Fleeing a Police Officer Act was written into New York State law.

Florida Insurance Laws

Florida residents must maintain the proper auto insurance to operate on the roadways.auto image by jasmina nemanjic from Fotolia.comThe state of Florida has put insurance laws into place in order to ensure that residents maintain proper insurance coverage. Florida has placed mandatory...

OSHA Confined Space Requirements

OSHA regulations present specific requirements for workers entering confined spaces.barn and silo image by Tom Oliveira from Fotolia.comThe Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) sets forth a number of requirements for the safety of workers who must enter confined spaces while on the...

DUI Laws in New York State

Drinking alcohol before driving is the most common source of a DUI charge.Bottle with beer beer on a white reflecting surface image by Alexander Oshvintsev from Fotolia.comDUI, or driving under the influence, is a criminal offense in New York State that some drivers commit when they drive...