Author: Ask Law Easy Team
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Will the IRS Take Your Passport?
Yes. Under certain circumstances, the IRS can certify your unpaid tax debt to the U.S. Department of State, which can lead to the denial, revocation, or limitation of your passport. This authority arises from the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act of 2015, codified at 26 U.S.C. § 7345 (often cited as IRC § 7345).…
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Do You Have to Talk to the Police in California?
Living in California comes with a set of built-in protections that kick in whenever you cross paths with the police. Whether it’s an encounter on the street, a traffic stop, or something more serious like an arrest, you’ve got rights rooted in the Constitution. You don’t need a law degree to use them. You just…
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How to Form a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) in New Mexico
To properly form a Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) in New Mexico, the following steps must be taken: Approval of Terms and Conditions The partnership must approve the terms and conditions for becoming an LLP. This approval must be obtained by the vote necessary to amend the partnership agreement. If the partnership agreement includes provisions regarding…
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Security Finance Laws: What They Are and Why They Matter
What’s a Security Finance? “Security finance” means setting up rules to protect lenders and borrowers when property (like a house or equipment) is used as collateral. If someone does not repay a loan, the lender can take the property. These rules help everyone understand who owns what and in what order (priority) when there’s a…
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Low Testosterone Drug Lawsuits: Litigation History, Settlements, and Recent Developments
In recent years, testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) drugs have been at the center of many legal battles. Thousands of people sued drug companies, saying these products caused serious health problems like heart attacks, strokes, and other heart-related issues. These lawsuits also said that drug makers used improper marketing to convince men they had something called…
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Gas Can Explosions: What You Need to Know
Gas cans are very common in homes. We use them to store gasoline for lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and other tools. But did you know these cans can be dangerous if not used the right way? This Ask Law Easy article will answer questions like what is a gas can explosion? Can a gas can…