Avvo Features Holiday Content You Have to Read to Believe

December 15th, 2010 by Emily Lubinski

The holidays revolve around a mysterious mixture of fact, fiction, and fantasy. Some answers you may find in church, history books, or a bottle of vodka. But what about those pesky little legal issues?  Look no further – Avvo lawyers clear up a few legal myths for you this holiday season.

Featured Holiday Questions:

Itchy Trigger Finger? Sued For Accepting a Gun as a Gift

Q: My daughter bought me a handgun for Christmas and I picked it out. Well, she is now angry with me and has told me that she wants the gun or she will sue me in court for it or the cost. Can she do this? Read More.

Would Mary Magdalene Have Received Her Christmas Bonus?

Q: I went on maternity leave 10/26/08. My company gave out an employee Christmas bonus of $500 to every employee. I was told that because I was not on the payroll at the time I wouldn’t get my bonus until I return to work. Read More.

The Hottest New Christmas Gift: Your Own, Legally Bequeathed BFF

Q: I want to legally make my daughter and her best friend “best friends forever” as a Christmas present.  Is this possible? Read More.

Did You Get a Gift Receipt With That Break-Up?

Q: Do you have to give back a Christmas gift given by an ex girlfriend? Read More.

Joint Custody and Holiday Travels

Q: If a joint custody parent takes the child out of the state for Christmas without permission and breaks the court ordered schedule what recourse does the other parent have? Read More.

Featured Legal Guides:

A DUI is Not on Your Christmas Wish List

The holidays are a time to eat, drink, and be merry.  Just don’t let your celebration lead you to the slammer, or worse, cause you to injure yourself or someone else. New Jersey Criminal Defense Attorney Kevin Leckerman provides advice on how to avoid a DUI during the holidays.

Beware the Company Holiday Party

Employers and employees alike toe the line between professional and personal when it comes time for holiday parties, which often include festive cocktails and late evenings among friends and colleagues.  Project your professional reputation, protect your career from liability, and have fun at your company holiday party.

7 Ways to Avoid Holiday Debt

‘Tis the season of giving, often outside of our means. Don’t let 2010’s celebration result in a hangover with 2011’s credit card bill, if you can help it.

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