Legal Guardianship of a Minor in California
One of the most important jobs of the California Superior Court is to ensure the well-being of the children in our state. When parents are absent, incapacitated, or unwilling to […]
7 Tips For Effective Co-Parenting
INTRODUCTION: Child custody cases are much different than most other legal matters in that they are typically emotionally driven and can be traumatic for children. Parents have a choice to […]
FTC Holder Rule & Attorney Fees
Where a state statute provides for attorney’s fees, does the FTC Holder Rule limit the amount? On May 26, 2022, the Supreme Court of California, in Pulliam v. HNL Automotive […]
The Inflation Reduction Act
As part of The Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law on August 16, 2022, the federal government approved a tax credit for certain qualifying purchasers of used clean vehicles, including […]
Time to Revisit the Rules of Renting
The real estate market in Southern California has been on a relatively wild ride. As uncertainty – and interest rates – grow, there is more attention turned toward alternatives to […]
New Bill Regarding GAP Refunds To Consumers Signed
On January 1, 2023, new rules will go into effect concerning guaranteed asset protection waivers (“GAP”) in California. On September 13, 2022, Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB-2311 into law which […]
Should I Set Up As An S-Corporation Or An LLC In California?
If you are starting a new business or interested in changing your existing business structure, a common question by business owners is which business entity should I choose? An S-Corporation […]
Arbitration Agreements are (temporarily) Solution to PAGA claims
On June 15, 2022, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in Viking River Cruises, Inc. v. Moriana.[1] That opinion provides that an arbitration agreement may be enforced to […]
The Importance of Disclosures in Legal Separation Proceedings
To disclose or to withhold? Full and accurate disclosures of a couple’s assets, liabilities, and financial circumstances are a vital and mandatory aspect of a dissolution or legal separation matter. […]
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Has New Leadership
With the recent confirmation of President Biden’s nomination to head the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (“CFPB”), Mr. Rohit Chopra, the CFPB has new leadership and likely a more aggressive approach […]