Domestic violence affects a large portion of California residents. Unfortunately, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, one in three women and one in four men are victims of domestic violence. Although there are many organizations dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence, an attorney can offer many important services as well. There are...
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Do you know someone who has a child with special needs, such as down syndrome or autism? They may need to consider the creation of an irrevocable trust to protect that child. It allows an individual to make sure a person with special needs is provided for beyond public benefits, by giving them cash, real...
When there is an auto accident in Hanford and across the Central Valley, law enforcement will likely consider the possibility that a driver was under the influence. If there is an arrest and charges for driving under the influence, many penalties can be assessed including jail time, fines and a driver’s license suspension. Other charges...
A job is more than just something to do for workers in the Central Valley. It is a necessary component of living and supporting themselves and those that they love. Without paying employment, many individuals would not be able to provide for their own needs and help their dependents and loved ones. Employment is a...
Water is one of the most important substances for living beings, so it is no surprise that there must be laws that govern water usage to allow for fairness. According to the California State Water Resources Control Board, water rights give you the ability to use water for a reasonable purpose in a reasonable amount. Specifically, it...
Without even knowing it, you encounter contracts on an everyday basis. Just think about the terms of service language you agreed to on your phone when downloading a mobile application, or when you created your Facebook account. Those agreements are all contracts. Many people think contracts are only for businesses doing large transactions, but that...
We have received many questions about the Governor’s new requirements for masks. Here is a summary of the guidance from CDPH. The California Department of Public Health issued the following requirements for all Californians on June 18, 2020. It affects everyone in every county whenever you are in the following situations because they are considered...
Litigation is often a reality of owning a small business, but business owners should avoid it as much as possible. Litigation has many downsides, including ruining relationships and being a huge time investment. Two common alternatives to litigation include mediation and arbitration. Both of these options keep the dispute out of the court system, but...