Helps People with Severe Disabilities | SSA The Social Security Administration (SSA) has expanded its Compassionate Allowances program. This program helps people with severe disabilities get approval for disability benefits more quickly. By expanding the program, the SSA can now fast-track claims for more serious medical conditions. This means people with those conditions can get…
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Navigating the legal landscape can be complex, especially when it comes to understanding specific penal codes. In California, PC 242 is a statute that deals with battery offenses. This article aims to shed light on this particular law, its implications, and related terms. How Does The Prosecutor Prove Battery Under Penal Code 242? Battery under…
Continue reading ›Divorce can be an emotionally and financially complex time. When assets and incomes are opaque or disputed, forensic accounting services are invaluable. Forensic accountants can unravel financial puzzles to provide clarity on the marital estate. Their analysis informs high-stakes divorce decisions related to asset division, alimony, etc. Tracing and Valuing Assets with Forensic Accountants A…
Continue reading ›A Comprehensive Guide to Trust Fund Establishment and Management In a world of uncertainties, taking control of your financial future is more critical than ever before. Our comprehensive guide to trust fund establishment and management is designed to be your navigational compass in this complex landscape. Whether you’re pondering on the intricate processes of funding…
Continue reading ›For couples with millions in combined assets, or high net-worth individuals, going through a divorce and dividing marital property equitably can be an incredibly complicated process. From vacation homes to business investments to luxury vehicles, parsing out who gets what requires strategy and a thorough examination of all assets. This article will explore the key…
Continue reading ›The age of consent in California is 18 years old. This means that generally, it is illegal for an adult (someone 18 or older) to engage in sexual intercourse with a minor (someone under 18), even if the intercourse is consensual. What is the Age of Consent? The age of consent is the minimum age…
Continue reading ›Public intoxication is a misdemeanor offense in California that can result in jail time, fines, and other consequences. Being convicted of public intoxication can go on your criminal record and negatively impact future job prospects and other opportunities. While a first-time offense may only result in a fine, repeated convictions or additional charges like disorderly…
Continue reading ›The RICO Act: A Brief Overview The Racketeering Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act, commonly known as the RICO Act, was established in the 1970s primarily to combat organized crime. Originally designed to target the mafia, it has since been utilized in various cases, ranging from white-collar crimes to political conspiracies. With 33 states adopting RICO…
Continue reading ›SB9, also known as the California HOME Act, is a bill aimed at addressing the housing crisis in California. It allows for the creation of duplexes or lot splits on residential properties in both single family lots two-family zones. Under SB9, homeowners can potentially build two residential units on their property, providing more housing options…
Continue reading ›Introduction: California legal separation Legal separation in California allows married couples to formally separate their lives and assets while remaining legally married. Unlike divorce, legal separation provides time apart to possibly reconcile without immediately ending the marriage. For those looking to lead separate lives without jumping into divorce proceedings, legal separation may be a good…
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