When navigating the complex terrain of bankruptcy, one of the most critical protective measures a debtor encounters is the “automatic stay.” As its name suggests, it automatically halts most collection actions by creditors, providing a temporary shield for those who’ve filed for bankruptcy. This provision offers an essential reprieve, allowing individuals and businesses the breathing…
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How to Legally Separate in California You’ve decided to take action in your marriage because it isn’t working out as you’d hoped. Ultimately, you have two legal recourses: judicial separation or divorce. The main difference is in the permanence of your decision. When you separate legally, you can live and act as separate individuals but…
Continue reading ›Unable to pay rent after receiving a notice. Tenants cannot be evicted unlawfully in the state of California. However, a landlord has the right to evict a tenant after failing due to non-payment of rent on time. In California’s housing law, the rent is considered late the day after its due date. There is a…
Continue reading ›In California, to legally withhold rent the property condition must violate the general warranty of habitability, and the landlord must be beyond the reasonable repair time. In addition, tenants cannot right to withhold full rent just for the landlord’s failure to make minor repairs but still have other options to seek relief. California law provides…
Continue reading ›Buying car insurance in California means getting familiar with liability and property damage coverage. Both play important yet distinct roles in protecting drivers on the road. This guide examines how liability and property damage work, California legal requirements, and tips for getting the right coverages. Overview of Liability Coverage in California Liability insurance covers bodily…
Continue reading ›Tenant’s Rights in California to Withhold Rent or Repair and Deduct Tenants have a legally recognized right to live in safe and habitable conditions. When a landlord demands rent from a tenant, the landlord is expected to make necessary repairs in a very reasonable amount of time. When a landlord fails to maintain the rental…
Continue reading ›Just Cause Evictions in California and what it means for landlords and tenants In California, tenants have protections to ensure they are not unfairly evicted by a landlord. State law requires landlords to cite a just cause for eviction when serving a notice to a tenant. This is called Just Cause Eviction and it exists…
Continue reading ›Can a tenant withhold rent? Let’s get right to the point. The short answer to the question is, yes–a tenant can refuse to pay rent and lawfully engage in the withholding of the rent under the right circumstances. However, a tenant can only do this for specified reasons. In this article, we will address all…
Continue reading ›The state of California has rules called the California Labor Law to make sure workers are treated fairly. The laws help make sure workers get paid properly, have safe working conditions, and are not discriminated against. Some important things the California Labor Law does: The laws are complicated but they are meant to protect workers.…
Continue reading ›Navigating the complexities of Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid health care program, can often be a daunting task for residents aiming to secure their health coverage while preserving their assets. The regulations are intricate, the eligibility criteria are multifaceted, and missteps can result in denied benefits or unforeseen penalties. Thankfully, Medi-Cal lawyers in California are specialized professionals…
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