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Breaking News: Trump Administration Announces End of DACA Program for “Dreamers”

DACA was implemented in 2012 to provide temporary legal status and work authorization to nearly 800,000 “dreamers,” who were brought to the United States as young children, with little or no memory of or connection to their birth countries. Participation in the program was limited to individuals: (1) brought to the U.S. before their 16th birthday; (2) under the age of 31; (3) who continuously resided in the U.S. since June 15, 2007; (4) who were in school, graduated or had obtained a high school diploma, a GED certificate, or were honorably discharged from the Armed Forces; and (5) without a criminal record involving a felony or significant misdemeanor.

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Filing for Bankruptcy in Kansas: What You Need to Know

If you get in over your head in debt and the bills continue to pile up, you may wonder if filing bankruptcy is the way to go. Under Kansas law, bankruptcy is meant to be a last-resort option. It isn’t a cure-all for all financial ills. However, there are situations where bankruptcy can provide a much-needed fresh start or more breathing room to get finances under control.

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When Is the Right Time to Make a Will?

Unexpected illnesses and accidents can and do happen. It isn’t pleasant to think about, but dying without a Will makes things more complicated and stressful for loved ones at an already difficult time. Having a valid Will makes the process smoother, and provides peace of mind that your final wishes will be carried out.

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Kansas Employment Law: Restrictive Covenants and the Impact of Social Media

Imagine this situation: One of your key employees – Susie Q — resigns and begins working for a competitor. Susie Q entered into a non-solicitation agreement while employed with your company. You are friends Using social media on phonewith Susie Q on Facebook, and you see that she has posted an announcement of her new job and a request to get in touch with her if you need her services. Has she violated her non-solicitation agreement with her Facebook post?

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