Monthly Archives: April 2010

Feds open criminal probe of Goldman

Feds open criminal probe of Goldman By MARCY GORDON AP Business Writer WASHINGTON (AP) – Stepping up the pressure on Goldman Sachs two days after its executives were grilled and publicly rebuked by lawmakers, the Justice Department has opened a … Continue reading

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Obama Calls For Review Of Ariz. Immigration Bill

Last week, Arizona Governor Jan Brewer signed the nation’s toughest law on illegal immigration. SB1070 makes it a crime for anyone to be in the state illegally, requires local police to check on the papers of anyone who might be … Continue reading

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The new legal aid: Do it yourself

The new legal aid: Do it yourself DAVID CHANEN, Star Tribune Edward McComb wandered into the Anoka County law library, his initial step in trying to gain child visitation rights. He was greeted by longtime library director Gene Myers, who … Continue reading

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The Criminal Process in Arizona

The criminal process can be complex and confusing. But it’s important to understand your legal rights. The best way to be informed is to contact an Arizona criminal attorney in your area as soon as possible. A criminal defense attorney … Continue reading

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Statute of Limitations:

“Statutes of limitations” are laws that set time limits on how long you have to file a “civil” lawsuit, like a personal injury lawsuit, or how long the state has to prosecute someone for committing a crime. These time limits … Continue reading

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Divorce in Arizona- The Basics

Residency Requirements and Grounds for Divorce Divorce is a court process to legally end a marriage. In Arizona divorce is called “dissolution of marriage” and court papers use the term dissolution of marriage instead of divorce. Arizona uses a no-fault … Continue reading

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LOW COST LEGAL CLINIC EXPANDS TO SERVE THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY

April 6, 2010 LOW COST LEGAL CLINIC EXPANDS TO SERVE THE HISPANIC COMMUNITY MESA, Ariz., — The American Bar Association estimates that 70% of our population cannot afford a lawyer when they need it. A new law firm designed to … Continue reading

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Are You Entitled to Back Child Support?

The quick answer is yes. Arizona statutes provide that you are entitled up to three years of back child support. The difficulty comes from two issues: 1. Determining the proper amount of support through the proof of employment or income … Continue reading

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Arizona Child Custody Rules – Best Interests of the Child

With respect to Arizona child custody, “Joint legal custody” means the condition under which both parents share legal custody. In this situation, “both parents share legal custody and neither parent’s rights are superior, except with respect to specified decisions set … Continue reading

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