flat fee: a set amount of money upfront thatâs yours to keep. The amount does not change no matter how well the book sells. For example, if your flat fee is $10,000, the amount remains the same no matter if the book sells 10 copies or 10 million. royalties: a small amount paid to you for every book sold.
Step-parents do not have the legal right to consent to medical treatment for their step-children. However, this is not always practical. For instance, you may be the primary caregiver for your step-children while your spouse is at work, and are responsible for bringing them to doctor's appointments.
The parent must also: 1  be the sponsor's natural parent, step-parent or parent by adoption (if the adoption took place before the child turned 18); 2  meet the balance of family test. 3  have arranged for their sponsor or other person to sign an assurance of support; and. 4  meet the health and public interest criteria.