Introduction: If you suffer a personal injury, hiring a lawyer to handle your case is crucial. Personal injury lawyers and attorneys have the legal experience to investigate your claim, negotiate with insurance companies, and get you the compensation you deserve. But what exactly will a lawyer for personal injuries do for your case? This article…
Continue reading ›In 2023, California maintains its stance of not officially recognizing common-law marriages established within its borders; however, this does not mean that couples in non-formalized unions have no legal recourses. Although not widely recognized, if a couple moves into California from a state where their common-law marriage was legally established, California law would grant them…
Continue reading ›For over 40 years, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has been a powerful force shaping efforts to curb drunk driving in America. Originally formed in 1980 as a grassroots movement led by grieving mothers mourning children killed in DUI crashes, MADD quickly developed into an influential advocacy group campaigning for tougher laws, heightened awareness, and…
Continue reading ›The controversial PG&E bailout law passed in 2019 reveals much about the pitfalls of policymaking when deep corporate interests are at play. AB 1054 brought together regulatory failure, legal ethics breaches, and perceived neglect of public welfare for private gain. The opaque process cast a pall over victims’ rights, taxpayer protections, and incentives guiding California’s…
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 ›The California Public Records Act (CPRA) provides individuals the right to access public records held by state and local agencies. Enacted in 1968, the CPRA aims to foster transparency and help the public stay informed about government activities. This article explains how to leverage public records requests to get information under the CPRA. Making Public…
Continue reading ›Revocable California Living Trust A revocable living trust, also known as a revocable trust or inter vivos trust, can be an essential component of an estate plan for California residents. It allows you to transfer ownership of your assets to the trust during your lifetime, retain control over those assets as the trustee, and ensure…
Continue reading ›“Patent pending” is a term used to indicate that a patent application has been filed but provisional patent applications is still under review. It serves as a notice to the public that the invention is in the process of being examined for potential patent protection. While awaiting a decision on provisional patent application, inventors can…
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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