Initial Consultation The initial consultation with a lawyer is a critical first step in establishing an attorney-client relationship. This initial meeting allows you to determine if the lawyer is the right fit for your legal needs. It also enables the lawyer to learn about your case, assess its strengths and weaknesses, and provide you with…
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Being evicted from your home can be an extremely stressful and traumatic experience. While there are legal reasons a landlord can evict a tenant, such as failure to pay rent or violation of the lease agreement, there are also many situations where a tenant is wrongfully evicted. This is when a landlord evicts a tenant…
Continue reading ›Tenant Abandonment When a tenant vacates a rental property and leaves behind personal belongings, this is considered abandoned property. As a landlord, you may find yourself needing to deal with abandoned possessions left behind by a former tenant. There are proper procedures to follow regarding notification, storage, costs, and disposal of abandoned property. Being aware…
Continue reading ›The California eviction process concerning rental property can often be challenging. An eviction lawsuit can be a nightmare and cost time and money. However, there are ways in which the eviction process can be fast, and you can evict tenants under California landlord-tenant laws. The eviction process can be known as an Unlawful Detainer; this…
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 ›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 ›Understanding the distinctions between contributory negligence and comparative negligence is vital in personal injury cases, as they determine the allocation of liability and potential compensation for the injured party.
Continue reading ›Discover the principles and implications of pure comparative negligence, a fair and equitable approach to personal injury law that allocates damages based on proportional fault, allowing injured parties to seek compensation even if they bear some responsibility for the incident.
Continue reading ›This article explores the revocation of trust in estate planning, providing insights into the process, implications, and importance of proper legal documentation.
Continue reading ›Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of California real estate? Well, get ready because we’re about to uncover the secrets of recording a deed and all things property ownership in the Golden State! Buckle up and get ready for an adventure filled with quitclaim deeds, property records, and more! Let’s explore the…
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