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CA Passes Bill Aimed At Reducing Catalytic Converter Theft California recently passed Senate Bill 55, which was aimed at reducing catalytic converter theft. Senate Bill 55 added Cal. Veh. Code § 24020, which prohibits dealers and retail sellers from selling “a new or used vehicle equipped with a catalytic converter unless the catalytic converter has been permanently marked with the vehicle identification number (VIN)…” (Section 24020(a).) Per Section 24020(c), “‘permanently […]
Lemon Laws in California: What Car Dealerships Need to Know Owning or operating a car dealership in California presents a unique set of challenges and responsibilities. Among these, navigating the intricate web of “Lemon Laws” is of paramount importance. Understanding these laws is not just a legal necessity but is also crucial for maintaining your dealership’s reputation and ensuring customer satisfaction. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the essential […]
  Understanding California’s Updated Cap on Non-Economic Damages in Medical Malpractice Cases: A Move Towards Fair Compensation In a recent change aimed at aligning with the principles of justice and fair compensation in medical malpractice actions, Governor Gavin Newsom has implemented new rules regarding the cap on non-economic damages in California. This modification pertains to the cap on pain and suffering damages, among other non-economic damages, under Cal. Civ. […]
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 fulfill their parental responsibilities, questions about custody become more complex. What happens to the children in their care? If there is a significant risk to the child’s safety or well-being due to abuse […]
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 do what is in the best interest of their children. In order to do this, they must be willing to put aside their differences and to accommodate and cooperate with one another. But, most importantly, parents must strive to put […]
Where a State Statute Provides for Attorney’s Fees, Does the FTC Holder Rule Limit the Amount? The first critical issue lies with the second sentence of the Notice required under the Holder Rule. The Notice provides, “any holder of this consumer credit contract is subject to all claims and defenses which the debtor could assert against the seller of goods or services obtained pursuant hereto or with the proceeds hereof. […]
