What is Guardianship?
What is Guardianship? In an ideal scenario, a child is raised by their parents in a way that is conducive to their growth as a person. However, due to a variety of situations, some children…
Depositions and How Do They Work?
Depositions and How Do They Work? In California courts, depositions consist of the two parties taking statements, under oath, of other witnesses or even members of the opposing party. As defined by the Code of…
Stealing Credit Cards
Stealing Credit Cards Paying with a credit card can be efficient and easy, but credit card users should be aware of possible theft of their card and/or information. While credit card companies are enacting stringer…
What is a Writ of Attachment?
What is a Writ of Attachment? A writ of attachment is defined as a pre-judgement remedy that can allow the plaintiff to attain assets from the defendant to secure a recovery from a lawsuit, which…
Conspiracy Charges
Conspiracy Charges Criminal charges aren’t just brought forward when the intended crime is committed. Sometimes possible perpetrators can be apprehended and charged with conspiracy. This means that there was an agreement to commit a crime…
California’s Rent-Control Law
California’s Rent-Control Law The California Governor Gavin Newsom signed a new rent-control law in October, which is aimed at tackling the housing crisis in the state as rent prices have soared in recent years. Assembly…
What is A 1031 Exchange?
What is A 1031 Exchange? A 1031 exchange is the exchanging of one investment asset for another. This takes place by deferring the tax consequences of the sale of the investment asset. If done properly,…
What is Forcible Rape with A Foreign Object?
What is Forcible Rape with A Foreign Object? According to California Penal Code Section 289, forcible rape with a foreign object can also be known as sexual penetration by force or fear, and forcible sexual…
Violating a Restraining Order
Violating a Restraining Order You may have heard of a restraining order or a protective order. Both are court-issued orders that aim to protect someone. These orders determine the kind of behavior that is allowed…