Leading by example; U.S. handling of Cuban boy will influence foreign policy
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Issues regarding the international child custody and political asylum issues presented by the Elian Gonzalez case are discussed. A federal district court ruling in Mar 2000 upheld Attorney General Reno's discretion to send the child back to Cuba. Somr vonservatives call the case international parental kidnapping and want Elian to be granted political asylum.
Publication Name: ABA Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0747-0088
Year: 2000
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The once-over; inspections are essential in real estate transactions
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A description of the importance of home purchase before a purchase is closed is given. A qualified inspector can pinpoint structural problems which would cause the buyer much money and aggravation after the purchase is complete. The buyer should receive the inspector's report in writing, essential if the case ends up in court.
Publication Name: ABA Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0747-0088
Year: 2000
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Unsavory speech; a pedophile murder case drags the First Amendment back into court
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A pending wrongful death suit regarding whether the North American Man/Boy Love Association can be held liable for the actions of those who use its web site is discussed. Internet service providers in danger of civil penalties might engage in self-censorship, some suggest.
Publication Name: ABA Journal
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0747-0088
Year: 2001
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