The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that 98 people from 22 states have now become ill after eating romaine lettuce that was grown from a farm … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter April 2018 – What You Need to Know About E. Coli Outbreak in Romaine Lettuce and Food Safety Laws”

Among the many legal issues presented by the Internet, privacy is a leading problem. In fact, Internet privacy covers a broad range of concerns: fears about the safety of children … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter March 2018 – Facebook, MyFitnessPal, and Internet Privacy”

Congress passed and President Trump recently signed into law a sweeping tax bill. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1) went into effect on January 1, 2018. The first … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter February 2018 – What You Need to Know About Changing Tax Laws”

The beginning of a new year is the best time to review or to prepare vital legal documents. USLegal recommends having a state-specific Will, Living Will, and Power of Attorney … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter January 2018 – Time to Prepare or Update Essential Legal Documents”

Two of the busiest and most anticipated shopping days of the year are fast approaching. The day after Thanksgiving is widely known as Black Friday and is marked by retailers … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter November 2017 – 5 Legal Tips for Holiday Shopping”

One of the best things you can do to protect your family and loved ones from unforeseen circumstances is to write a will. A will is a legal document used … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter October 2017 – Advantages of Making a Will”

Earlier this month, Equifax announced a cyber security breach potentially affecting about 143 million consumers.  Known as one of the nation’s largest credit reporting agencies, the company said criminals “exploited … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter September 2017 – What You Need to Know About the Equifax Security Breach”

If trends provided by the National Center for Education Statistics hold, more than 50 million students will attend public elementary and secondary schools across the United States this fall. In … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter August 2017 – Back to School – Inside Education Law”

Summer home sales are in full swing. Whether you are considering buying or selling a home, a real estate transaction involves a major legal obligation. USLegal breaks down common terms … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter July 2017 – Law Guide for Buying and Selling Your Home”

June through August is peak summer travel season with millions of Americans going on fun and exciting adventures across the country and abroad with family, friends, and loved ones. Before … Continue reading “USLegal Newsletter June 2017 – 5 Tips for Being Legally Prepared for Summer Travel Season”