Federal Regulation Legal Guides (39 found)

Written by Avvo Staff
Federal regulations are the rules (sometimes referred to as administrative laws) used by the departments and agencies of the federal government. Congress often gives broad authority to executive branch agencies to interpret the statutes in federal regulations, which the agencies enforce.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Federal Regulation about 1 year ago.

Written by Gregory S. Baumgartner
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations provide for the minimum acceptable conduct on the part of truckers and trucking companies and are an important starting point to assess legal responsibility in an 18 wheeler accident. This guide is a summary of some more important rules for drivers.
Posted in Trucking Accident 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Texas

Written by Shahin Shamseddin Modjarrad
The Red Flag Rule requires many businesses to create and implement a written Identity Theft Prevention Program. Businesses covered under this rule must have their written and implemented program designed so it detects the warning signs of identity theft in their day-to-day operations.
Posted in Business 3 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Avvo Staff
Government regulations are rules made by agencies of local, state, or federal government.
0 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Federal Regulation about 1 year ago.

Written by Frank A Selden
There are two issues. First, you need a qualifying child or relative. Second, that person needs to be a dependant. When you have both issues satisfied then you can claim an exemption. On your federal tax return you are allowed one exemption for each person you can claim as a dependent.
Posted in Federal Regulation 11 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by George Nicholas Wukovich
In 2007, Congress enacted Section 111 of the Medicare, Medicaid and SCHIP Extension Act (MMSEA) which expands the statutory definition of Responsible Reporting Entities (RRE’s) to include all Liability Insurers and Workers Compensation programs. The statute became effective on July 1, 2009.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Federal Regulation 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Avvo Staff
Telecommunications law covers issues in radio, the Internet, telephone (including cell/mobile phones), television, cable, and satellite broadcasting.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted in Telecommunications about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Gaming, or gambling, is restricted by both state and federal laws. All aspects of gambling are regulated, whether it's gambling at a racetrack, on a cruise ship, in a casino, or on the Internet.
Posted in Gaming about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Immigration laws regulate who can enter the country and how long they can stay, in addition to determining what legal rights and responsibilities noncitizens have while they're here.
18 of 25 users found this helpful. Posted in Immigration about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Banks and bank accounts are regulated by both state and federal laws. Banking or financial law governs Internet banking, credit unions, savings and loan associations, banks, and thrift institutions.
1 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Banking about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Whether it's trains, buses, ferries, or cars, the federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulates how America gets around. The DOT also facilitates financing for mass-transit projects, and regulates the transport of hazardous materials.
Posted in Transportation about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Election campaign law governs the process by which officials are elected at the local, state, or national level.
Posted in Election Campaign / Political Law about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Federal energy law covers chemical- and nuclear-plant safety and cleanup, environmental protection, public health concerns, and the health and safety of energy-plant workers.
Posted in Energy / Utilities about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Land use is regulated by a complex web of federal, state, and local laws.
3 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Land Use / Zoning about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
From a legal perspective, creating and marketing new compounds or products in areas such as such as molecular biology, immunology, genetic materials, gene therapy, and pharmaceuticals is complex.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Life Sciences / Biotechnology about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Insurance is a product that allows individuals and organizations to reassign their risk of loss to others. Insurance law covers the policies insurance companies can offer and the rates they can charge. States regulate the insurance industry with the backing of federal law.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Insurance about 1 year ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
Building, buying, or renting commercial real estate is a complex process regulated by federal, state, and local laws.
3 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted in Commercial about 1 year ago.

Written by Jason M. Zuckerman
In August 2007, President Bush signed The Implementing Recommendations of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 ("9/11 Act").
Posted in Employment / Labor about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Jason M. Zuckerman
Are whistleblowers in the airline industry protected from retaliation?
Posted in Employment / Labor about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Avvo Staff
Environmental laws aim to protect ecosystems from harmful human actions, and to protect humans from the harmful effects of environmental pollutants. Natural resource laws regulate resources such as water, forests, and wildlife protected by the government.
Posted in Environmental / Natural Resources about 1 year ago.