What is Internet Fraud? What is Internet fraud? While a relatively new crime, given that the internet has not been around for more than a few decades, internet fraud or cybercrime is a serious issue that can have disastrous effects on…
According to California Penal Code 424, the misappropriation of public funds is a serious offense. The aforementioned appropriation is defined as someone in public office, responsible for a certain fund, unlawfully misusing those funds. In most cases, the misuse is…
California Law Against Rape California Law Against Rape, and other forms of sexual violence occurs in most cases as a result of failing to receive proper consent from the victim. Forced acts of sex violate an individual’s bodily autonomy and…
What is a Restraining Order? Also known as a protective order, restraining orders are court orders that mandate no contact with the individual who has implemented the order. While you might assume that these orders would be incredibly difficult to…
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 Civil Procedure section 2025.010, “the…
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, minimal to no taxes would…
Making a Simple and Legally Valid Contract Most often, when you think of a contract you imagine the really dense and long contracts that make no sense in English. In reality, you frequently make contracts and agreements – and not…
Selling Alcohol During Specific Times As most people know, alcohol comes with various legal limitations. Those who are under 21 years old (minors) are not allowed to buy or consume it and alcohol cannot be sold and consumed everywhere in…
Assaulting a public official? In the California Penal Code, assault can have multiple classifications depending on the context of the crime. This means that certain forms of assault (because of the method of the crime or the victim) can have…
Medical Negligence Medical negligence is the center point upon which a medical malpractice suit stands upon. In California, a medical malpractice claim can be filed if a doctor does not follow the professional standard of care, thereby treating the patient…