A 45-year old man was recently arrested on suspicion of selling walk-in bathtubs designed for disabled or elderly people, but never delivering them. He has not returned any deposits or money paid up front for bathtubs that sell for about $7,500. He is facing felony charges. He is being held in lieu of $100,000 bail… Continue reading →
Archive for the ‘Family Law’ Category
Journal writing can help
Have you ever thought of writing your feelings down on paper? It can help you sort out your emotions and feelings. A gratitude journal is simple and will help you deal with your emotions. All you have to do is write down five things that you are grateful each day. Try not to repeat any…. Continue reading →
Children and the court’s protection
A child will be taken into protective custody when a police officer or authorized person believes the child’s safety is in danger. The juvenile dependency court steps in to protect the child against harm. Before this happens, certain conditions must exist, which include, but are not limited to: · A child is found roaming… Continue reading →
Unmarried couples
Today, millions of people are unmarried and living with a partner – whether they are same sex or not. They are allowed to register with government officials as domestic partnerships. By being formally recognized, they are entitled to benefits, including health care, family leave and pension benefits. If this is the case, take some time… Continue reading →
The first year after divorce
Getting through a divorce can be devastating. Now, you are faced with decisions that need to be made by yourself. Do you have the strength to do it? The following are a few tips to get you, a single parent, through one of the toughest times in your life. · First, develop a support network… Continue reading →
A deadbeat parent
A deadbeat parent is a parent who continuously fails to pay court-ordered child support. This has nothing to do with losing a job – they have the means to pay, they just do not. In addition, a deadbeat parent is not always the father. When a parent falls behind in child support payments, the state… Continue reading →
Domestic violence leads to death
A 28-year old woman with a history of abuse from her husband is now dead. The woman’s sister told police that since her sister left the husband, she had become a target for continued harassment and verbal abuse. The abused sister told her sister not to worry. A little more than a year ago the… Continue reading →
Obtaining a Domestic Violence Restraining Order
There is help for victims of domestic violence. A Domestic Violence Restraining Order is an order signed by a civil court judge demanding that an abuser leave you alone or he or she will face serious legal consequences. It offers protection for both women and men. The Domestic Violence Prevention Act was created to protect… Continue reading →
Should I stay in the marriage or not?
No one can make the decision of whether you should stay in your marriage or leave it, but you. A confused person who considers the option of raising his or her child as a single person or in a home with two parents is most likely to stay. On the other hand, if a person… Continue reading →
Divorce and changes
Statistics show that 50% of all marriages will end in divorce. In Southern California, the rate is higher. The purpose of marriage has changed throughout the years. Once upon a time, it was the role of the man to make the living while the woman stayed home to care for the children. Today, it is… Continue reading →
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