What is a Restraining Order?
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…
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…
What is Extortion Crime in California
What is Extortion Crime in California Extortion, also popularly known as blackmail, can occur under California Penal Code 518 PC with the following: using force or threat to a) extort money or property from a…
Civil Litigation: Assault and Battery
Many people think that the only way to achieve “justice” for an assault or battery is to go through the criminal justice system. However, the circumstances and/or context of the crime can prevent the prosecution…
What Is Litigation And Appeals?
What is Litigation? What is litigation? Civil litigation describes the entire process of two opposing parties settling or arguing over their disputes, whether in a courtroom or outside of it, in order to seek damages.…
10 Legal Terms You Need To Know
Legal jargon can be either confusing or intimidating – or both. While lawyers use these terms on a daily basis, those not familiar with the legal system may find it a challenge to decipher terms…
What Is Deposition In CA
What Is Deposition In CA What is a deposition? Who may be deposed? Who may not be deposed? What is the time frame for deposition? Where could deposition be taken? These are only some of…
Foreclosure Litigation
Foreclosure Litigation Owning a home comes with many financial obligations, and, due to a variety of circumstances, some homeowners face impending foreclosure. The mortgage lender is the entity that starts the foreclosure process, all of…
What is Constructive Trust in Real Estate Litigation?
What is Constructive Trust in Real Estate Litigation? Constructive trust could be an effective tool when a real estate plaintiff wants to obtain title to a real property. Through constructive trust the court will…