U.S. Law

Get the rundown on a wide spectrum of laws that touch on everything from immigration and equal rights, to how to win a small claims or criminal case.

Who is Hamdan? The case of Hamdan vs. Rumsfeld
April 3, 2023 · 4 min read
Take 'em to court: Suing in small claims court
Give yourself the best possible chance of prevailing on your claim in small claims court by understanding the process and being prepared.
March 31, 2023 · 5 min read
Suing in California small claims court: Step by step
Almost any dispute can be taken to small claims court, provided the amount of money requested falls within the maximum allowed by California law.
March 31, 2023 · 4 min read
What's the deal with lie detectors?
The history and current worldview of lie detectors.
March 30, 2023 · 5 min read
How does the impeachment process work?
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich was impeached. How does the impeachment process work?
March 30, 2023 · 3 min read
Collecting your small claims judgment
You may have won your small claims case, but now you need to collect.
March 30, 2023 · 3 min read
Small claims court: How to get your security deposit back
By following these steps to file a complaint in small claims court, you'll have the best chance of having your security deposit returned to you.
March 29, 2023 · 5 min read
Fake news: What laws are designed to protect
The line between 'fake news' and 'real news' can seem awfully blurry. Can the legal system do anything to stop it?
March 20, 2023 · 3 min read
The facts about age discrimination
Learn how to determine if you have been discriminated against and what you can do if age discrimination occurs at your employer.
March 17, 2023 · 4 min read
Know your rights when it comes to job discrimination
Job discrimination is absolutely illegal. If you believe you have been discriminated against, there is recourse available, both within your workplace and beyond.
March 16, 2023 · 3 min read