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Honda Expands Recall of Shrapnel-Spewing Air Bags to California
There have been recent reports that Honda is asking its car dealerships to have consumers sign additional disclosure forms concerning 2001 – 2011 Honda and Acura models. The disclosure relates to serious problems with airbags, in which they can rupture with too much force when a crash occurs. When this happens, they spew metal… Read More »
Contempt Penalties: One way to Deal with an Ex Spouse who does not Pay his/her Support Obligation
Divorce proceedings are tough. They take time, cost money and are emotionally taxing on everyone involved. The same goes for child custody and support proceedings. Once they are finished, the parties have court orders in place to govern their future conduct. All too often, however, one of the litigants may fail to comply with… Read More »
Preparing for Divorce: Protecting Your Legal Rights, Assets and Emotions
Should I leave or should I stay? This is undoubtedly one of the toughest decisions a married person can face. In those difficult moments, the farthest thought from your mind is preparing for a divorce. But, if you are even contemplating divorce, planning ahead for it is crucial. In addition to settling your nerves,… Read More »
What Is Medical Payment Coverage in my Auto Insurance Policy?
When someone has been injured in a car accident, a common question we hear is: “Will my automobile insurance policy pay my medical bills?” Most automobile policies contain a provision for medical payments, which we crafty lawyers refer to as “Med Pay.” Med Pay covers most reasonable medical bills that you incur within one… Read More »
Child Custody Modifications by Mutual Agreement
People have a tendency to assume that issues concerning child custody are difficult and constantly in dispute. Fortunately, this generalization does not always hold true. Often times, parents are able to constructively work with one another when it comes to co-parenting their children. This makes things easier on their children, and it also makes… Read More »
How a New Spouse’s Income Might Affect Child Support Payments (the Answer May Surprise You)
Often times, people who are paying or receiving child support choose to re-marry. After doing so, they are left to wonder if the new spouse’s income could affect their ongoing child support obligations. The answer to this query may surprise you. First off, the new spouse’s income is not directly used to calculate child… Read More »
California Employer Update: Required Affordable Care Act Exchange Notice Due October 1, 2013
Although the federal government has delayed the employer mandate provision of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA or “ACA”), October 1, 2013 is still the deadline for employers to provide a notice of health care coverage options to their employees. The notice informs the employee of the new health insurance marketplace (which,… Read More »
How to Choose the Right Attorney
Whether you have been injured in a car accident, need to draft a will or trust, are going through a divorce or child custody battle, bought a car that is a lemon or need legal advice for your business, one thing is certain — you need to hire an attorney that satisfies your unique… Read More »
How Long Does Child Support Last?
A common question among both custodial and non-custodial parents concerns the duration of child support and when the obligation to pay the support will end. Non-custodial parents want to know when they can stop writing checks to their ex-spouse or ex-boyfriend/ex-girlfriend. Custodial parents, meanwhile, need to maintain their family budget…which often includes costs associated… Read More »
What to Do After a Car Accident in California
Navigating California roadways requires defensive (not aggressive, ahem) driving. Despite our best (or not so best) efforts, car accidents happen. When they do, drivers and passengers are forced to deal with local and state authorities, deep-pocketed insurance companies and aggressive lawyers who oftentimes leave drivers with a lot of unanswered questions. Below is a… Read More »
