What are some ethics considerations around a PhD dissertation? And should I do anything about a former colleague who I think violated them? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 6:17 AM - 17 answers

Should we make our future educational organic farm a non-profit? If so, how? [more inside]
posted by bengarland at 5:11 AM - 11 answers

Does my boyfriend qualify for veterans benefits? [more inside]
posted by lwclec072 at 12:44 PM - 14 answers

I got a traffic citation last night, and I think the cop was a dick. I want to report him, but I want to do it the right way. What do you think? [more inside]
posted by hollyanderbody at 9:42 AM - 83 answers

Are there any legal grounds for challenging a speed limit as being unreasonable? [more inside]
posted by relucent at 9:27 AM - 32 answers

How do you compare contracts? (or perhaps "How do lawyers compare contracts?") [more inside]
posted by devnull at 8:31 AM - 8 answers

Can I, as a supervisor, call an employee's doctor to verify that said employee was actually seen on a certain date? [more inside]
posted by Shohn at 5:36 AM - 47 answers

I was 'let go' from my job last week, but I'm not sure it was entirely legal. YANML, but please lend me your ear... (warning, long) [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 12:49 PM - 33 answers

New York City apartment question: Is it normal for my broker to tell me I will receive hard copies of my lease a "couple of weeks" after moving in? [more inside]
posted by 2bucksplus at 9:58 AM - 9 answers

How is a contract's governing state determined? Is it where it's drafted? Or is it something else? "This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of.." I am drafting a contract in PA but the recipient is in another state. Should the governing state by mine or the recipient.
posted by xdeliriumx at 6:56 PM - 10 answers

What is the likely result of reporting an illegal rooming house in Toronto? e.g. How often do they end up getting cleaned up, repaired, and properly licensed vs. shut down (whether by the inspectors or by an owner who doesn't want to bother fixing it up)?
posted by anonymous at 2:52 PM - 5 answers

I need to know if I am doing the right things to help a relative get out of jail in another state. [more inside]
posted by soelo at 1:01 PM - 8 answers

Forgot to file tax returns. Now what? [more inside]
posted by doomtop at 9:27 AM - 6 answers

I got the court judgment, and even an outstanding warrant, but still have not received on an outstanding debt. How can I collect my money? [more inside]
posted by letahl at 9:02 AM - 8 answers

How does someone get an original birth certificate after they've been adopted? [more inside]
posted by Hesychia at 7:41 AM - 11 answers

California DMV Filter -- "Smog Check Needed" is NOT printed on my registration renewel form, although it should be. Should I get an emission check anyway? [more inside]
posted by Rash at 2:30 PM - 16 answers

Can anyone recommend a good, general overview source on the June 09 election, protests, and aftermath in Iran? I need something to link to as a backgrounder. [more inside]
posted by leticia at 2:14 PM - 1 answers

This is a two-part question. First, what are the ideal shoes for long-distance walking on paved or gravel roads? Second, what rights do I have as a suburban/urban pedestrian in California in terms of not being hassled by "authorities"? [more inside]
posted by quarantine at 10:48 AM - 16 answers

If I consume dietary hemp seed, will the THC show up on a drug test? [more inside]
posted by torquemaniac at 6:02 PM - 9 answers

After being apprehended but before being charged by the police, how do you maximize your chances of being let off with a warning? [more inside]
posted by anonymous at 10:53 AM - 19 answers