| Initiative and Referendum |
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| Initiative and referendum are two mechanisms by which the voters of a state can directly effectuate changes in the state law. Whether a particular state has an initiative process and/or a referendum process is determined by the constitution of the state. More... |
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| Liability for Dog Bites |
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| There are two different bases on which a dog owner may be liable for injuries inflicted by a dog. More... |
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| Square Footage of a Home |
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| In almost every sale listing for a home, there is some indication of the square footage of the home. How is the square footage of a home determined? More... |
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| Home Inspections |
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| Often when a homebuyer enters into an agreement of sale for the purchase of a home, the agreement contains a provision which entitles to homebuyer to a home inspection. The homebuyer's right to a home inspection is determined by the terms of the parties' agreement of sale. Certainly, purchasing a home is a significant financial transaction. A home inspection can be crucial to the homebuyer's understanding of the condition of the home, as well as the necessity of any repairs. More... |
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| Lead Hazards |
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| The issue of lead hazards is of particular concern with regard to dwellings that were built prior to 1978. In fact, the presence of lead, lead dust, or lead-based paint chips presents serious hazards to children as well as adults. More... |
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