Meta Description: The Rule Against Perpetuities (RAP) is a notorious law preventing property control from beyond the grave. Learn what ‘lives in being plus 21 years’ means, how it impacts trusts and wills, and why modern law is changing this ancient rule. The Rule Against Perpetuities: A Guide to the Property Law that Fights the […]
Meta Overview: The Dead Hand Principle The Rule Against Perpetuities (RAP) is a centuries-old property law concept designed to prevent landowners from controlling the ownership of their assets for an unreasonably long time after their death—a concept often called the “dead hand” of the grantor. It ensures property remains alienable and transferable, rather than being
Meta Description Snapshot Understand the legal framework governing U.S. refugee resettlement, from the Refugee Act of 1980 and the definition of a refugee to the multi-stage USRAP application, firm resettlement rules, and the path to a Green Card and citizenship. Learn about the roles of USCIS, UNHCR, and ORR in this complex humanitarian process. The
Meta Description: Navigating the complex world of U.S. Refugee Law requires understanding the core definitions, processes, and distinct pathways for obtaining protection. This professional guide breaks down the difference between Asylum Status and Refugee Status, details the Affirmative Asylum and Defensive Asylum processes, and explains the critical ‘well-founded fear’ standard in US Immigration Law. The