Family Law

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Family Law

• What is a family?

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Law the Family

• How does the law affect a family?
• How is a family legally defined?
• Why has the definition of a family changed over
  time?
• What happens if there is no will?

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Marriage

• What does it mean to get married?
• Who can get married?
• What is the legal process?
• Are there different types of marriages?
• When is a marriage not valid?

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• Marriage Web

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Legal Rights of Singles Living Together

• What rights do singles have?
• Are there any legal benefits to remaining single?
• What is palimony?
• What is paternity?

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Parents and Children

• What rights do children have?
• What responsibilities do parents have toward
  their children?
• What responsibilities do children have toward
  their parents?
• What can a parent do if their child is
  belligerent?
• What is the Family Medical Leave Act?
• What the difference between neglect and abuse?
• What are laws surrounding abuse and neglect?

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Foster Care and Adoption

• What is the difference between foster care and
  adoption?
• What is a surrogate?
• What are the requirements for adoption?

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Separation, Divorce and Custody

• What are common problems in a marriage?
• How do you get out a legal marriage?
• What the difference between divorce and
  separation?
• What legal issues are involved in custody?
• How is alimony determined?
• What is a no fault

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Government Support for Families and Individuals

• Who does the government support?
• Why does the government support some people?
• What options does the government provide for
  for college?