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    premise of Socrates’ argument in favor for a human being’s obligation to follow the laws of the land. The first premise for his argument is that the Laws of the land dictated the regulations that caused our parents to marry and produce us. Plainly stated, we have the Laws to thank for our existence. I do not believe in this accuracy of this premise in Socrates’ argument. I do not agree with the idea that the Laws had any direct effect on my production nor on my parents joining in marriage. I…

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    finding the ideal house, the perfect vehicle along with the furniture to match your decor. You have spent a lifetime working hard for the things you desire and it can be scary that a divorce can take it all away. For this reason, knowing how the state laws apply to you is critical. Here is how Florida divides your assets. Are assets dispersed equally? Assets are dispersed in a fair manner and in some cases it can mean equally. There is equitable distribution in Florida, meaning that a judge is…

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    The area of adoption law has grown at an exponential rate within the last eighty years, and, like all United States law, it has gone through an extensive process of refining and building upon itself. Adoption law has pursued and created protections for all parties in the adoption process, from children to parents. However, it also comes at a high cost. Created in the 1960s, the ICPC, or the Interstate Compact on Placement of Children, monitors almost all interstate adoptions and is one of the…

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    is all worth it in the end. Every state has different rules and regulations when it comes to adopting a child. The following research report will address the following in the process of adoption in Florida: • Decide If Adoption is Right for Your Family • Different Types of Adoption in Florida • Pick Your FL Adoption Professional • Begin the Florida Adoption Process • Enter into an Adoption Opportunity • Complete Your Adoption through Finalization • Life after Adoption Placement…

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    Constantine Divorce Laws

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    Divorce laws and the opinions around them have changed dramatically throughout modern history. Today in 2018 America, divorce is common, legal, and generally accepted. However, back in the Roman Empire, things were quite different. Augustus Caesar was a Pagan emperor who brought back strict legislation to limit divorce. Constantine was the first Christian Caesar in the history of the Roman Empire. Yet, he still passed laws that restricted divorce across the Roman Empire. Both emperors passed…

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    proposed Pennsylvania Uniform Collaborative Law Act, that would make Pennsylvania one of the few states (four, plus Washington DC), that have created a law supporting what is known as an alternative view of divorce. The norms of divorce, as is known in American culture, is always messy, divisive, and highly emotional. The proposal for “collaborative divorce” would make children, and co-parenting, a vital component of the dissolution of a marriage. In essence this law would assist not just in…

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    When considering adoption, it’s important to understand who is involved. Who are the key players in any adoption? What are the rights of those involved in an adoption? There are three main players – they’re a power playing trio: birth parents, the child and the adoptive parents. Professionals assisting in the adoption are held to an ethical standard in order to ensure that the rights of each of the three players is protected from start to finish throughout the entire process. But what are…

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    According to The Family Impact Guide for Policymakers, “Families are the most humane and economical way known for raising the next generation.” The definition of family is consistently changing, as “family” no longer refers to father, mother, and 2.5 children. Therefore, policies that affect a family must be assessed by a family impact analysis. The analysis will answer questions such as how families are affected by the issue and would involving families result in more effective policies and…

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    8 Ways To Consciously Uncouple And Keep Your Lives From Falling Apart Divorce can ruin a life or even all the lives involved in the separating family. Rather than fighting tooth-and-nail, consider the many benefits of an amicable split, where you consciously make a good effort to work through the difficult challenges, instead of tearing each other apart. 1. Put The Needs Of Your Children First No matter what, the children should never become part of a "war" being fought by you and your…

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    off, their money will decrease by the thousands and a baby needs stability. If the dad is taking off for paternity leave many things can go wrong. It should be required by law that only women, after having a baby, will be able to take maternity leave. Furthermore, having men off for paternity leave will decrease the new families money in the bank significantly, leaving them in a hard situation and maybe even homeless. According to (Lyndsey Gilpin) “Only 5% of American businesses offer paid…

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