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Presenting vital information in two sections, one in Spanish, the other in English, this essential family reference is for anyone -- citizen, new arrival, naturalized citizen, English- or Spanish-speaking -- who wants to understand the basics of the American legal system.
In clear, nontechnical language, Jess J. Araujo explains the laws that affect every aspect of our lives, including:
-- Immigration
-- Employer and employee rights in the workplace
-- Motor vehicle laws
-- Landlord-tenant relations
-- Accidents and personal injury
-- Wills, divorce, bankruptcy, and much more.
With explanations of everything from how small claims court works to how to become a citizen, plus a detailed section on the laws in the seven states -- Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, New Mexico, New York, Texas -- with the largest Latino populations, The Law and Your Legal Rights allows readers from any background to consult confidently with lawyers or deal with government agencies.
Perfect for Spanish Heritage Month celebrations!
Synopsis
From Simon & Schuster, The Law and Your Legal Rights is the bilingual guide to everyday legal issues. Presenting vital information, clearly, and in nontechnical language, in Spanish and in English, this essential family reference is for anyone-citizen, new arrival, naturalized citizen, English- or Spanish-speaking-who wants to understand the basics of the American legal system.
Synopsis
A bilingual (English/Spanish) guide to everyday legal issues.