About PlainLawGuide
PlainLawGuide answers everyday legal questions in plain English, with links to the actual laws. We cover multiple jurisdictions so you can understand your rights no matter where you live.
What We Do
We take common legal questions — like "Can my landlord keep my deposit?" or "Do I get overtime pay?" — and write clear, practical answers that explain:
- What the law actually says (with citations to specific statutes and sections)
- What courts have ruled in key cases
- Concrete steps you can take if this happens to you
- Links to official government sources
Our Sources
Every legal claim in our articles is backed by publicly available government sources:
- US statutes from official legislative websites (uscode.house.gov, leginfo.legislature.ca.gov)
- UK legislation from legislation.gov.uk (© Crown copyright, licensed under OGL v3.0)
- Court decisions from CourtListener, the Caselaw Access Project, and official court archives
- Government guidance from gov.uk, selfhelp.courts.ca.gov, and equivalent sources
Disclaimer
Not legal advice. This website provides general information for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional legal counsel. Laws change frequently, and every legal situation is unique. Always consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before taking any legal action based on information you read here.
PlainLawGuide does not establish an attorney-client relationship with any reader. We do not provide personalized legal advice, represent clients, or guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information presented.
Corrections
If you believe any information on this site is inaccurate or outdated, please contact us. We take accuracy seriously and will review and correct errors promptly.