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How to Nullify a Power of Attorney

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A competent principal can terminate a power of attorney.Depending on the situation, terminating a power of attorney is either easy or very difficult. The person drawing up the legal document, termed the principal, has the absolute right to "nullify" the grant of authority for any reason as long...


What Does "Resignation in Lieu of Termination" Mean?

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Calling it resignation may not preclude unemployment benefits.Losing your job is never good news, regardless of how it is packaged. In a volatile economy, some employers reduce staff and terminate positions for reasons unrelated to the productivity of the employees. Some employers allow employees to resign rath...

Can I Legally Retire Before 55?

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White beaches and serenity figure in many retirement dreams.Most of us have dreamed of retiring early and spending middle age in some tropical playground, free of stress. It is certainly legal to retire young, but whether it is financially possible depends on your personal situation and whether you can afford...

Is There a Time Limit to Retry a Case Dismissed Without Prejudice?

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Dismissal without prejudice means that the court did not rule on the merits.If a judge dismisses your legal action, you are out of court and your lawsuit is ended. Whether you can refile the case depends on whether the dismissal was with prejudice or without prejudice. A case dismissed with prejudice can never be refiled. Yo...

What Happens if One of the Beneficiaries to an Insurance Policy Dies Before the Owner?

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Naming a contingent beneficiary helps prevent legal complications.When you purchase a life insurance policy, you name a person or group to receive the policy proceeds on your death, but you might not want to stop there. You can also specify what you want to happen to the funds if one of the beneficiaries dies befor...

Can a Landlord Sue if You Break a Lease for Medical Reasons?

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In most states, landlords must mitigate damages if a lease is terminated early.A rental lease is a contract. This legal agreement provides landlords and tenants with the option to sue, if either party tries to terminate early. Most states do not allow a tenant to end a lease for medical reasons. However, if your health requires...

Can I Write on Money?

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Scribbling a phone number on a bill is technically illegal.If you've ever received currency with a phone number or some other handwritten notation on it, or used a dollar bill to jot something down when no paper was available, that money has been defaced. That's illegal in the United States -- and any person...

How to Start to File an Eviction Based on Damage in New Jersey

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You must provide at least three days notice to the tenant before you can start the eviction process in New Jersey.Intentional damage to your rental property by a tenant is grounds for eviction in New Jersey. The process involves going to court and requesting that a judge issue an order requiring the tenant to leave the premises. You may also request a money judg...


Power of Attorney vs. Medical Directive

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Medical instructions can help your loved ones make decisions for you.There may be times in your life when you aren't able to make your own health care decisions, such as while you are unconscious or if you develop a mental disability like Alzheimer's or dementia. In such situations, your loved ones can make your healt...

Living Will for End-of-Life Care in the State of Arizona

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A living will must be in writing in Arizona.End-of-life decisions are the source of much controversy. Sometimes, even a person's close relatives can disagree over the morality of life-sustaining treatment. To reduce the burden on family members in these cases, Arizona allows you to use a livin...

Proving 12 Months of Residency in Alaska

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If you only live in Alaska part of the year, you may have to work harder to prove residency.Being a resident of Alaska comes with certain benefits, such as eligibility for state government employment or state benefit programs. Generally, Alaskans can prove their residency by showing documents like utility bills, driver's licenses and pay st...

Does Missouri Require a Demand Letter Be Sent Before Suing a Landlord for the Deposit?

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Tenants may repair damages before vacating the premises.If you've given notice and have moved out of your apartment, you eagerly await the return of your security deposit. But security deposits can be hotly contested issues in landlord-tenant disputes. In Missouri, you can go to court to resolve the issue...

If My License Is Suspended Will it Affect My Vehicle Registration in Arizona?

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Licensed friends can drive your insured car while your license is suspended.Registering vehicles and licensing drivers protect different state interests. In Arizona, you can register a vehicle even if your license to drive has been suspended. However, you cannot legally operate a properly registered car with a suspended lice...

Can a Landlord Enter Without a Notice in Nebraska?

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Unless there is an emergency, your landlord must give you at least one day's notice.When a landlord enters a rental unit, the experience can intrude upon a tenant's sense of personal privacy. For that reason, Nebraska law attempts to strike a balance between a landlord's need to maintain his property and a tenant's right to reasonab...

What Happens if You Fail to Show Up for Jury Duty in Arizona?

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If you miss one jury summons, Arizona allows you a second chance.If you're an Arizona resident called for jury duty, don't ignore the summons. As long as you're a U.S. citizen between the ages of 18 and 75, you may appear unless you submit a written excuse and it is accepted. That doesn't mean you can't postpone s...


Can My Husband Sign Over His Part of a Joint Owned Property?

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Married couples can use joint tenancy to avoid probate.Joint tenancy is a favored way to hold title to real estate among married couples. Unlike a tenant in common, one joint tenant automatically inherits her partner's share when he dies. But joint tenancy, like marriage, does not always last until death...

If a Person Breaks Their Lease in Maryland, Do They Get the Deposit Back?

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A landlord must take reasonable steps to re-rent the property in Maryland.A rental lease is an enforceable contract in Maryland. By signing the document, a tenant agrees to pay rent for a specified term, which is usually one year. If the tenant decides to leave early, this does not excuse him from the obligation to pay ren...

Does Small Claims Court Handle Personal Injury?

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Recover medical bills and property damage in small claims court.If the money value of your case is relatively small, small claims court offers the fastest resolution with the least hassle. States set their own dollar limits on small claims jurisdiction, but the courts generally handle any type of money-damages ca...

What Is the Difference Between Certified & Official Birth Certificates?

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All birth certificates are official records.If you need to prove where you were born, the identify of your parents or your exact age, your official birth certificate is the place to start. However, copies of documents can be altered. When correct information is essential, a business or agency...

Can You Get Something Other Than Monetary Damages in Small Claims Court?

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You cannot use small claims to force someone to fulfill a promise.If you can bring your claim in small claims court rather than the regular court system in your state, if usually pays to do so. Small claims court costs are low, attorneys are often prohibited and procedures are informal. But these speedy-resolution...

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