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Everyone polishes their resume a little. But when does a resume lie become fraud? We look at the law in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia, and the real people who went to prison for it.
Criminal Law"Assault and battery" sounds like one crime, but it's two ideas. And in Canada, "battery" isn't even a criminal charge. Here's how it works in the US, Canada, the UK and Australia.
How-ToChanging your name can be free or cost several hundred dollars. Here's what it costs in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia, plus the hidden costs most people forget.
Criminal LawManslaughter isn't murder, but it isn't an accident either. Here's the difference between voluntary and involuntary manslaughter, and the penalties in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia.
Criminal LawHidden cameras, upskirting, peeping through windows. Here's what counts as voyeurism, and how Canada, the US, the UK and Australia punish it.
Law EducationYou looked up a court case and the status just says "Disposed." Does that mean guilty, not guilty, or dropped? Here's what it really means and how to find the actual outcome.
Criminal LawA debt collector mentions legal action and suddenly you're picturing handcuffs. Here's what can and can't happen if you stop paying your credit card in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia.
Criminal LawYou asked for a trial on your ticket, then the date slipped by. Here's what actually happens when you miss traffic court in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia, and what to do next.
Criminal LawExtra money suddenly shows up in your bank account. Can you keep it? We look at what happens in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia when you spend money deposited by mistake, including real cases where people were charged.
Criminal LawTempted to toss that jury duty letter in the recycling? Here's what can actually happen if you don't show up in Canada, the US, the UK and Australia, and how to get excused the right way.
Internet LawIn the digital age, the phenomenon of doxxing – publicly revealing previously private personal information about an individual – has emerged as a significant issue. You’ve probably read all the news reports on video gamers and pop culture streamers being doxxed and even more seriously, being swatted (an act of calling in fake calls…
Criminal LawAccording to our research, it is estimated that over 50% of individuals have experienced some form of impersonation through phone calls or other communication channels like social media. Impersonating someone on the phone can have serious legal consequences, potentially leading to imprisonment in some instances. Understanding the legal definition and implications of impersonation is crucial…
Criminal LawFalse accusations can have profound consequences on individuals and society as a whole. When someone falsely accuses another person of a crime or wrongdoing, it not only tarnishes their reputation but also undermines the integrity of the justice system. This raises an important question: can you go to jail for false accusations? In this article,…
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