Step-by-step explanation:
What are the federal laws?
Federal laws are rules that apply throughout the United States. These laws apply in each state, for example:
Immigration law
Bankruptcy Law
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Laws
Federal civil rights and anti-discrimination laws that protect against discrimination based on race, age, sex and disability
Patent and copyright laws
Federal criminal laws, such as laws against tax fraud and counterfeit money
What are the state laws?
There are 50 states and several associations and territories within the United States. Each has its own system of laws and courts that deal with:
Criminal matters
Divorce and family matters
Public welfare, public assistance or Medicaid matters
Wills, inheritances and testamentary property
Real estate and other assets
Commercial contracts
Personal injury, for example, from traffic accidents or medical malpractice
Workers compensation for injuries at work