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California Truck Accident Attorney…

California Truck Accident Attorney Blog

Covers California truck and highway accidents. By Estey & Bomberger, LLP.

http://www.californiatruckaccidentattorneyblog.com/
  • Aug 21

    Off-Duty Sherriff's Detective Tragically Killed in Crash Involving Big-Rig

    Off-Duty Sherriff's Detective Tragically Killed in Crash Involving Big-Rig
    SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - A 41-year-old off-duty San Bernardino County sheriff's detective was tragically killed in a crash involving a big-rig early Saturday morning, reports The Press-Enterprise. A written statement from the San Bernardino…
  • Aug 7

    Two Truck Drivers Injured in Collision on Interstate 10

    Two Truck Drivers Injured in Collision on Interstate 10
    LOS ANGELES COUNTY - The Pasadena Star-News is reporting that two truck drivers sustained minor to moderate injuries in a crash that occurred on the eastbound Interstate 10 Tuesday morning. The crash occurred at about 7:20 a.m. when a semi…
  • Jul 14

    Bicyclist Struck and Killed by Dump Truck in Berkeley

    Bicyclist Struck and Killed by Dump Truck in Berkeley
    ALAMEDA COUNTY - A tragic accident occurred yesterday afternoon in the city of Berkeley involving a bicyclist and a dump truck. The bicyclist, identified as a 65-year-old Shlomo Bentin, was found lying on Bancroft Way west of Fulton Street at…
Rank this Week: 892

Probate, Trusts and Estate Law…

Probate, Trusts and Estate Law Blog

Cover international estate planning considerations, sophisticated estate planning techniques, answers to common estate planning questions, and probate, estate and gift tax law By Janet Brewer.

http://www.brewerlawblog.com
  • Aug 17

    Update: Estate and Gift Tax Laws for the Rest of 2012

    Update: Estate and Gift Tax Laws for the Rest of 2012
    Continued uncertainty due to Congress's delays At just about this time last year I posted a blog article called What to Expect of the Estate Tax in 2011.  Well, another year has now passed and the estate and gift tax laws are still in…
  • Aug 17

    The Importance of Special Needs Trust

    The Importance of Special Needs Trust
    A sad case currently before the San Francisco Probate Court, In the Matter of the Fiorani Living Trust, deals with the tragic issue of what happens when a person abuses his position as trustee over a special needs trust meant to protect an…
  • Aug 15

    Can you (and should you) control your heirs from beyond the grave?

    Can you (and should you) control your heirs from beyond the grave?
    The Wall Street Journal ran an interesting article this weekend examining the extent to which gift givers can exert control over their heirs once they are dead and gone. The article reveals several things that might surprise you given the…
Rank this Week: 1033

Intellectual Property Lawyer Blog

Intellectual Property Lawyer Blog

Covers patent, trademark and copyright news. By Mandour & Associates, APC.

http://www.patenttrademarkcopyrightattorney.com/
  • Oct 19

    NinjaVideo Founders Plead Guilty to Copyright Infringement, Await Sentencing

    NinjaVideo Founders Plead Guilty to Copyright Infringement, Await Sentencing
    Irvine, CA - Law enforcement agencies shut down NinjaVideo, a popular Internet file sharing site, in a recent crackdown on online infringement. The site enabled millions of users to illegally download high-quality copies of movies and…
  • Oct 12

    Microsoft Awarded Trade Dress for Retail Store

    Microsoft Awarded Trade Dress for Retail Store
    California - Microsoft has recently been awarded trade dress protection for the interior layout of a high tech retail store.
  • Sep 12

    Senate Approves Major Changes to Patent Reform Act

    Senate Approves Major Changes to Patent Reform Act
    California - After years of debates over patent reform, the U.S. Senate finally passed the America Invents Act Thursday, making major changes to America's patent laws.
Rank this Week: 882

California Estate Planning…

California Estate Planning Attorney Blog

Covers California estate planning and living trusts. By Rinne Legal.

http://www.californiaestateplanningattorneyblog.com/
  • Sep 29

    Estate Planning 102 – Charity Donation

    Estate Planning 102 – Charity Donation
    Walnut Creek, Pleasanton, Fairfield, San Francisco When the famous actress Farah Fawcett passed away from cancer, she had left most of her estate to her son. Some of her fortune she had set aside for the Farah Fawcett Foundation to “provide…
  • Jul 21

    Estate Planning 101, Part 1: Communication is Key – Walnut Creek

    Estate Planning 101, Part 1: Communication is Key – Walnut Creek
    Do you remember the posters by the freeway telling you that the world would end on May 21st? You probably do – because you are still alive. Doom’s Day did not arrive after all, despite the fact that a radio station based out of Oakland,…
  • Jun 28

    Prepare for Serious Injuries with a Durable Power of Attorney

    Prepare for Serious Injuries with a Durable Power of Attorney
    In May 2011, a man, age 55, almost finished his pre-dinner bicycle ride when a vehicle, perhaps a blue truck, struck him. The man flew through the air, and landed approximately 30 feet away, according to The Virginian-Pilot. He ended up at…
Rank this Week: 996

Los Angeles DUI Lawyer Blog

Los Angeles DUI Lawyer Blog

Published By The Chahine Law Firm

http://www.losangelesduilawyer-blog.com/
  • Aug 12

    Los Angles Man Gets Prison Term, Leniency Based On Past History Of Good Behavior

    Los Angles Man Gets Prison Term, Leniency Based On Past History Of Good Behavior
    News reports that a 21-year-old Los Angeles man pleaded guilty to a San Diego felony DUI accident that killed a woman. The man was sentenced to four years and four months in prison as the result of the drunk driving accident.
  • Aug 9

    Suspected Drunk Driver Leads Los Angeles Police On High-Speed Chase

    Suspected Drunk Driver Leads Los Angeles Police On High-Speed Chase
    According to the Los Angeles Daily Breeze, a suspected drunk driver led Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) officers on a high-speed chase through downtown Los Angeles before crashing into several cars and running into a fire hydrant. The…
  • Aug 6

    Convicted Drunk Driver Charged In New Fatal DUI Accident

    Convicted Drunk Driver Charged In New Fatal DUI Accident
    The Los Angeles/LAX Daily Breeze reports that a previously convicted drunk driver is now being held on charges of allegedly causing a fatal DUI crash in Orange County. Yannis Ismael Galanis was arrested for felony gross vehicular…
Rank this Week: 1128

California Business and Employment…

California Business and Employment Law

Covers employment and business law in California. By Sayer Fausto LLP.

http://sflegal.wordpress.com
  • Jan 29

    Ledbetter Equal Pay Act Passes Congre

    Ledbetter Equal Pay Act Passes Congre
    In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (2007) 550 U.S. 618,  Congress passed Senate Bill 181 (the “Lilly Ledbetter Fairy Pay Act of 2009?). There have been a number of attempts to…
  • Jan 27

    Opposing Sexual Harassment

    Opposing Sexual Harassment
    The United States Supreme Court clarified what it means to “oppose” sexual harassment.  in Crawford v. Metropolitan of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, Crawford was asked questions during a sexual harassment investigation. In…
  • Dec 31

    Statutory Immunity No Bar to Liability for Public Entity

    Statutory Immunity No Bar to Liability for Public Entity
    When 69-year-old Theodore DeJung was rejected for a full-time commissioner position for the Sonoma County Superior Court in favor of a person 26 years his junior, Mr. DeJung sued the court for age discrimination in violation of the Fair…
Rank this Week: 999

California Injury Lawyers Blog

California Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers car accidents, personal injury and wrongful death. By Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiainjurylawyersblog.com/
  • May 19

    Are Hospitals Doing Enough to Fight Superbug Infections?

    Are Hospitals Doing Enough to Fight Superbug Infections?
    Last year, an estimated 14,000 patients in hospitals in the United States died from an infection called Clostridium difficle, or C-diff for short. Unfortunately, according to USA Today, these 14,000 patients were not alone. As many as 100,000…
  • May 17

    "Move Over" Law -- Saving Workers and Motorists Statewide

    "Move Over" Law -- Saving Workers and Motorists Statewide
    Just over a week after two employees from the California Department of Transportation were killed while working to make our roadways safer, Caltrans officials honored the close to 200 workers who have lost their lives at work during the 23rd…
  • May 15

    California 2nd Deadliest in U.S. For Bicycle Accident

    California 2nd Deadliest in U.S. For Bicycle Accident
    The state of California made it on the list of top 20 most bike-friendly states. The problem is, as the Detroit Free Press and other news outlets reported, most only focus on the top 10 states, so we've still got a ways to go. Every day…
Rank this Week: 1536

Immigration Lawyer Blog

Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration news and laws. By Jacob J. Sapochnick.

http://www.immigrationlawyerblog.com/
  • May 17

    AskmyLawyer: Work Permits/Authorization for H4 visa holders is that possible?

    AskmyLawyer: Work Permits/Authorization for H4 visa holders is that possible?
    Subscribe to our Channel for Updates. Follow us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/myimmigrationlawyer The current status is the H4 visa holders, spouses of H1B visas can not work. Why? This is the law. The Department of Homeland Security…
  • May 1

    How Immigrants Need To Prepare In Case Immigration Reform Passe

    How Immigrants Need To Prepare In Case Immigration Reform Passe
    Subscribe to our Channel for more Immigration Reform Updates. Follow us on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/myimmigrationlawyer for daily updates. Many immigrants are not well-informed on how to prepare themselves for the possibility of…
  • Apr 5

    H1B Cap FY 2014 was Reached: We Told you So!

    H1B Cap FY 2014 was Reached: We Told you So!
    Just announced by USCIS, no more H1B visas for this year. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to reach the statutory cap for fiscal year (FY) 2014.…
Rank this Week: 1185

HOA Law Blog

HOA Law Blog

News, editorial comment and legal information of interest to California community associations and those that manage and service them. By Southern California HOA lawyers SwedelsonGottlieb

http://www.hoalawblog.com/
  • May 17

    Don’t get Acclimated to Election by Acclamation

    Don’t get Acclimated to Election by Acclamation
    Blog post by Sandra Gottlieb, community association attorney and Senior Partner at SwedelsonGottlieb California community association attorneys, managers and others in the industry have differing opinions on how to properly and legally…
  • May 6

    Harassment Of Transgender Homeowners and Condo Residents Is Discriminatory And Could Lead To Litigation

    Harassment Of Transgender Homeowners and Condo Residents Is Discriminatory And Could Lead To Litigation
    By David Swedelson, Condo Lawyer and HOA Attorney at SwedelsonGottlieb, Community Association Attorneys As we reported in November of 2011 (see here), California anti-discrimination law now recognizes a new definition of gender that…
  • May 6

    Get A Satisfaction Of That Judgment

    Get A Satisfaction Of That Judgment
    By David Swedelson, Condo Lawyer and HOA Attorney; Senior Partner at SwedelsonGottlieb, Community Associations Attorney Sometimes owners sue their condo or homeowners association in small claims court. And sometimes they win and there is a…
Rank this Week: 1392

California Public Agency Labor and…

California Public Agency Labor and Employment Blog

By Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.

http://www.calpublicagencylaboremploymentblog.com
  • May 17

    CalPERS Releases Circular Addressing Affordable Care Act

    CalPERS Releases Circular Addressing Affordable Care Act
    Posted by Guest AuthorThis blog post was authored by Heather DeBlanc On May 2, 2013, CalPERS released a new employer bulletin addressing “Employer Shared Responsibility Regarding Health Coverage.”  CalPERS Circular Letter…
  • May 10

    Employers Must Provide Notice of Exchange to Employees by October 1, 2013

    Employers Must Provide Notice of Exchange to Employees by October 1, 2013
    Posted by Guest AuthorThis post was authored by Heather DeBlanc On May 8, 2013, the Department of Labor (DOL) issued guidance setting an October 1, 2013 deadline for employers to provide notice of the exchange (now called the Health Insurance…
  • May 2

    June 1, 2013 Deadline Approaching: Large Employers Should Prepare Now For the Affordable Care Act's Penaltie

    June 1, 2013 Deadline Approaching: Large Employers Should Prepare Now For the Affordable Care Act's Penaltie
    Posted by Guest AuthorThis post was authored by Heather DeBlanc The Affordable Care Act (ACA) will require large employers (i.e. those with over 50 full time equivalent employees) to offer "substantially all" of their full-time employees (and…
Rank this Week: 1665

Family Law Blog

Family Law Blog

Covers California family law. By Claery & Green.

http://www.claerygreen.com/Family-Law-Blog.aspx
  • May 17

    Parental Liability Laws: What You Need to Know

    Parental Liability Laws: What You Need to Know
    Parenting can be a person's greatest joy, but it also requires a significant amount of responsibility. Parents are obligated to pay for damages caused by their children. Most of the time, a parent can be forced to pay for any negligent…
  • May 16

    Calculating Child Support in California

    Calculating Child Support in California
    If you are seeking child support in a divorce situation, there are a variety of factors that you will want to consider. The California courts use guidelines to determine how much child support each family member should be paid. If parents…
  • May 15

    Fight Over $785,000 Engagement Ring Makes Headline

    Fight Over $785,000 Engagement Ring Makes Headline
    A woman said yes when her boyfriend asked her to marry him, but now she has decided to take a step back, and she wants to keep the $785,000 engagement that she was offered as a part of the proposal. According to ABC News, the man who…
Rank this Week: 1213

Divorce With Respect

Divorce With Respect

Covers California divorce issues. By Bartholomew & Wasnicky LLP.

http://sacramentodivorcewithrespectattorney.com/
  • May 17

    11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan (Part 1 of 2)

    11 Points to a Successful Co-Parenting Plan (Part 1 of 2)
    Designing a successful co-parenting plan is all about creating a calm environment for making decisions about what’s best for the children and easing stress between the parents. Keep the following points in mind when developing your…
  • May 9

    Divorce and Your Child’s School

    Divorce and Your Child’s School
    Decades ago, dealing with a child of divorce and the divorced parents themselves was an unknown for schools. Now as divorces and blended families are more common, school officials have become more comfortable in dealing with the trials and…
  • May 2

    The Challenges in Blended Familie

    The Challenges in Blended Familie
    Normal family life is challenging enough.  Maintaining a blended family presents new and different challenges that require extra effort and extra patience to build a strong blended-family unit. You and your new partner may have different…
Rank this Week: 1585

California Employment Lawyers Blog

California Employment Lawyers Blog

Covers workers' rights and employment law case news and updates. Published by Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiaemploymentlawyersblog.com/
  • May 17

    Usher Sued by Former Nanny for Wrongful Termination, Overtime Violation

    Usher Sued by Former Nanny for Wrongful Termination, Overtime Violation
    In a recent Los Angeles California employment lawyers blog, Vincent Howard discussed two Hollywood wrongful termination lawsuits involving movie star Sharon Stone--who was recently sued by her former housekeeper and her former nanny, for…
  • May 16

    Study Shows Increase in Wage and Hour Lawsuits for Five Consecutive Year

    Study Shows Increase in Wage and Hour Lawsuits for Five Consecutive Year
    According to new wage and hour lawsuit data from the Federal Judicial Center, the number of employees who have sued their employers over wage and hour issues in the workplace has substantially increased. Costa Mesa-based attorney Vincent…
  • May 15

    Russell Stover's Outdoor Sales Representatives Sue for Employee Misclassification

    Russell Stover's Outdoor Sales Representatives Sue for Employee Misclassification
    In this week's wage and hour news, employees for the well-known candy company Russell Stover Candies filed a federal lawsuit against the company, accusing the candy maker of employee misclassification and failure to pay overtime…
Rank this Week: 1423

Oakland Employment Lawyer Blog

Oakland Employment Lawyer Blog

Covers California employment and injury law. By Liberty Law.

http://www.oaklandemploymentlawyerblog.com/
  • May 16

    What should I do if I’ve suffered a burn injury in the San Francisco – Oakland Bay area?

    What should I do if I’ve suffered a burn injury in the San Francisco – Oakland Bay area?
    Burns are some of the most painful types of injuries a person can go through. They can require extensive plastic surgery, as well as rehabilitation in some cases. Burn victims can suffer not only physical pain, but also extreme emotional…
  • May 14

    Should I develop an employee handbook for my San Francisco workplace?

    Should I develop an employee handbook for my San Francisco workplace?
    Yes, all companies should develop an employee handbook, which can be very important to a company’s health. A well-drafted employee handbook sets forth guidelines for both employees and management in their relationships with one another…
  • May 9

    What should I do if I suffer a brain injury in the Oakland – San Francisco Bay area?

    What should I do if I suffer a brain injury in the Oakland – San Francisco Bay area?
    If you believe you’ve suffered a brain injury in northern California, your first step is to obtain medical treatment. There can be a lot of medical issues associated with traumatic brain injuries, which is why it is important to seek…
Rank this Week: 1755

Products Liability and Injury…

Products Liability and Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Defective Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices, Products Liability, and Medical Malpractice. By Robinson Calcagnie Robinson Shapiro Davis, Inc.

http://www.productsliabilityinjurylawyer.com/
  • May 16

    PRODUCTS LIABILITY—NEGLIGENT INFLICTION OF EMOTIONAL DISTRESS

    PRODUCTS LIABILITY—NEGLIGENT INFLICTION OF EMOTIONAL DISTRESS
    Fortman v. Förvaltningsbolaget Insulan AB, (Second District, January 10, 2013) 212 Cal.App.4th 830, 151 Cal.Rptr.3d 320, 13 Cal. Daily Op. Serv. 437, 2013 Daily Journal D.A.R. 441 A woman who suffered severe emotional distress when she…
  • May 9

    PRIMARY ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK—IN-HOME CAREGIVERS

    PRIMARY ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK—IN-HOME CAREGIVERS
    Gregory v. Cott, (Second District, January 28, 2013) --- Cal.Rptr.3d ----, 13 Cal. Daily Op. Serv. 1027, 2013 Daily Journal D.A.R. 1217 An employee of a home care agency who was working as an in-home caregiver for an 85-year-old woman…
  • May 7

    Issues of Product Safety: Facts of Medical Devices and Medication

    Issues of Product Safety: Facts of Medical Devices and Medication
    In the first entry of our Product Safety blog series, the legal team at Robinson Calcagnie Robinson Shapiro Davis, Inc. discussed general issues related to defective products. While any product may potentially be defective, drugs and medical…
Rank this Week: 1251

Wage Law

Wage Law

Covers California wage and hour law. By Walsh & Walsh.

http://www.californiawagelaw.com/wage_law/
  • May 16

    No, Samy, the Tips Belong to the Server

    No, Samy, the Tips Belong to the Server
    Have you seen the epic meltdown on Chef Gordon Ramsey's show "Kitchen Nightmares" feating Amy's Baking Company? This is quite possibly the greatest public relations failure by a small business that I've ever witnessed. As a wage and…
  • Mar 1

    SCOTUS Hears Argument in American Express v. Italian Colors Restaurant

    SCOTUS Hears Argument in American Express v. Italian Colors Restaurant
    The U.S. Supreme Court heard oral arguments Wednesday in American Express Co. v. Italian Colors Restaurant, an arbitration class action waiver case from the Second Circuit that could expand or reduce the scope of AT&T Mobility LLC v.…
  • Feb 28

    Wage Cheats in Chinatown

    Wage Cheats in Chinatown
    We love Chinatown, but it is teeming with employers who oppress their laborers and refuse to pay minimum wage and overtime, or violate other labor laws such as those requiring meal and rest breaks. The latest violator is Dick Lee...
Rank this Week: 1636

Orange County Injury Attorney Blog

Orange County Injury Attorney Blog

Covers car accidents, car safety tips and travel safety information. By Cohn & Swartzon, P.C.

http://www.orangecountyinjuryattorneyblog.com/
  • May 16

    Orange County Motorcycle Accidents a Preventable Occurance

    Orange County Motorcycle Accidents a Preventable Occurance
    Recently Orange County residents were witnesses to another motorcycle accident on our highways. Many motorists forget that motorcycles should be treated with as much respect, if not more, than passenger cars. However, if you ride a…
  • May 15

    6 Southern California Residents Canoe Capsizes Causing Dramatic Rescue

    6 Southern California Residents Canoe Capsizes Causing Dramatic Rescue
    It is amazing to me how often people do not consider risks when taking part in physical activities. But never more than when it deals with water. With high winds blowing from 15 to 20 knots, six passengers got into a canoe and braved rough…
  • May 14

    Dog bites account for one-third of all homeowners insurance claim

    Dog bites account for one-third of all homeowners insurance claim
    Once again, presumed dangerous dog breeds with a history of biting people and homeowners insurance are a topic of national discussion. Many dog owners disagree - or rather adamantly argue - that it isn't fair to judge a dog by its breed, but…
Rank this Week: 1739

San Diego Business Lawyer Blog

San Diego Business Lawyer Blog

Covers business formation and business litigation news and updates in California. Published By Donald Oder.

http://www.sandiegobusinesslawyerblog.com/
  • May 15

    Minimizing Self Employment Taxe

    Minimizing Self Employment Taxe
    It is said that only two things in life are certain, death and taxes.  While everyone is required to pay local, state, and federal income taxes, business owners are generally subject to an additional burden - the self-employment tax…
  • May 8

    What You Need To Know About Gross Up Provisions In Commercial Lease

    What You Need To Know About Gross Up Provisions In Commercial Lease
    In today's business world, with so much focus on the bottom line, most individuals and companies are looking for a way to cut operating expenses or at least pass them on to someone else.  For this reason, most commercial leases...
  • May 2

    When Lies Become Fraud

    When Lies Become Fraud
    The term "fraud" is thrown around a loosely these days.  It is not uncommon for a business client to tell her attorney that she has been defrauded in a business deal because a vender lied, a partner stole from the...
Rank this Week: 1609

San Diego Divorce Lawyer Blog

San Diego Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers divorce, paternity and legal separation issues. By Roy M. Doppelt and Associates.

http://www.sandiegodivorcelawyerblog.com/
Rank this Week: 1598

My Distribution Law

My Distribution Law

Focuses on distribution law issues for manufacturers, wholesalers, dealers, and retailers. By Howard M. Ullman.

http://www.mydistributionlaw.com/
Rank this Week: 1488

Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure news. By Nader Law Firm.

http://www.losangelesbankruptcylawyer-blog.com/
  • May 14

    Los Angeles Retirement Confidence Shot, According to Study

    Los Angeles Retirement Confidence Shot, According to Study
    A recent survey conducted by the Employment Benefit Research Institute revealed that only 13 percent of workers were "very confident" with regard to being secure in their funding and ability to retire. Our Los Angeles bankruptcy lawyers…
  • May 10

    California Foreclosures Still Nightmarish, Despite Decline

    California Foreclosures Still Nightmarish, Despite Decline
    A real estate research firm has reported that in the first quarter of this year, California foreclosure activity declined sharply to 18,600 - a 51 percent dip from the previous quarter and a nearly 70 percent drop from last autumn. However,…
  • May 7

    Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyers Warn Against Big-Bank Loan Sharking

    Los Angeles Bankruptcy Lawyers Warn Against Big-Bank Loan Sharking
    You are no doubt familiar with the storefront payday lenders who have come under intense scrutiny from state and federal regulators critical of the practices that keep consumers in a seemingly endless cycle of debt. A lot of people won't…
Rank this Week: 1723

May it Please the Court

May it Please the Court

Covers legal news and observations. By J. Craig Williams.

http://www.mayitpleasethecourt.com/
  • May 14

    Convicted Killer of Seven Wants Playstation in Jail Cell

    Convicted Killer of Seven Wants Playstation in Jail Cell
    You may never have heard of Julian Knight, but that's likely because not only is he down under, but he's also under sentence.  Seven of them.  Life sentences, that is.  Knight (I can't bring myself to put a "Mr." before his…
  • Apr 26

    The Big Print Giveth and the Small Print Taketh Away

    The Big Print Giveth and the Small Print Taketh Away
    People never cease to amaze me. Let's say you're a computer manufacturer in China, and you agree to sell, oh, say $2 million in computer parts to a computer company in the United States. Logistically, you've got one big problem on your hands.…
  • Mar 14

    When Is a Volunteer an Employee Covered by Work Comp? It Depends on the Pixie Dust you Sprinkle.

    When Is a Volunteer an Employee Covered by Work Comp? It Depends on the Pixie Dust you Sprinkle.
    Well, Disneyland is in Orange County, after all, so the term "Pixie Dust" is considered jargon around here. Not legal jargon, mind you, but anyone who's gone to Disneyland understands. In this case, it means the words you use to get what you…
Rank this Week: 1664

San Jose Business Lawyers Blog

San Jose Business Lawyers Blog

Covers business transactions, start-ups, and mergers. By Structure Law Group, LLP.

http://www.sanjosebusinesslawyersblog.com/
  • May 13

    Recent California Tax Law Change

    Recent California Tax Law Change
    Some tax law changes recently went into effect that that will have an impact on both individuals and businesses in San Jose and throughout the State: Yet Another Gas Tax Increase On February 28th the Board of Equalization approved a 3.5 cent…
  • Apr 23

    Lender Liability After the "Riverisland" Ruling - A Time To Assess Lending Procedures?

    Lender Liability After the "Riverisland" Ruling - A Time To Assess Lending Procedures?
    In the wake of the California Supreme Court's Riverisland ruling concerning lender liability, lenders in the San Francisco Bay Area and Silicon Valley may want to evaluate and consider modifying their current lending procedures. As a San…
  • Mar 27

    Closing the Deal: Boring is Best

    Closing the Deal: Boring is Best
    Having represented both buyers and sellers in mergers and acquisition transactions in Silicon Valley for more years than I care to admit, I have been through a number of closings. Some M&A closings that I have been involved in were…
Rank this Week: 1348

California Nursing Home Abuse…

California Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Blog

Covers various nursing home abuse and elder neglect issues such as signs and symptoms of neglect, and California Elder Abuse and Neglect Law. By San Diego, California personal injury attorneys, Walton Barber.

http://www.nursinghomeabuselawyerblog.com/
  • May 13

    Older Patients with Parkinson’s Face Hospital Danger

    Older Patients with Parkinson’s Face Hospital Danger
    A recent article in the New York Times discussed certain dangers that can await Parkinson’s patients when they’re admitted to hospitals. These patients require specific medications at certain times, and general hospital staff…
  • May 12

    $90.5 Million Verdict in Nursing Home Abuse Case to be Appealed

    $90.5 Million Verdict in Nursing Home Abuse Case to be Appealed
    A West Virginia jury awarded $90.5 million in damages to a family who alleged nursing home abuse and neglect back in 2010. The nursing home has taken the case to the West Virginia Supreme Court once already, according to an article in West…
  • May 3

    High Hospitalization Rates Linked to Elder Abuse

    High Hospitalization Rates Linked to Elder Abuse
    A recent study in JAMA Internal Medicine confirmed that abused and neglected elderly persons face much higher risks for hospitalization, and not necessarily for injuries suffered as a result of their mistreatment. According to Dr. Theresa…
Rank this Week: 1271

Bailey Class Action Daily

Bailey Class Action Daily

Covers class action issues, both in California and Nationwide. By Matt C. Bailey.

http://www.baileydaily.com/
Rank this Week: 1773

California Probate and Estate…

California Probate and Estate Planning Blog

Covers California probate and estate planning including law changes, legal strategies, and detailed descriptions of the options available. By Meissner, Joseph & Palley, Inc.

http://www.californiaprobate.info/blog
  • May 13

    What do I do when I receive a notice of proposed action?

    What do I do when I receive a notice of proposed action?
    You have received a notice of proposed action in a probate real estate sale… now what do you do?  You have options. Generally the notice says that you have until a date (15 days after the notice is mailed) by … Continue…
  • May 9

    Estate Planning second thought

    Estate Planning second thought
    A great article in Private Wealth magazine quotes yours truly!  It is an article about the people that made large gifts at the end of 2012 to take advantage of the $5.12m federal gift tax exemption. Did any of them … Continue…
  • May 8

    Cleaning up estate plan messes after death

    Cleaning up estate plan messes after death
    “I can get a trust done for $500, on the back page of Rolling Stone magazine, so why should I pay you $2,000?” My answer is simply, “we will find out after you die how good your five hundred dollar … Continue reading…
Rank this Week: 1501

Estate Planning in California

Estate Planning in California

By the Law Offices of Shahram Miri, Inc.

http://calestateplanning.blogspot.com/
  • May 8

    Adverse Possession

    Adverse Possession
    Rarely in life can you take someone else's property without legal consequence. Adverse possession is an exception to this rule. While recently listening to the radio in the Bay Area, a local news station mentioned the story of a West Oakland…
  • May 1

    Real estate recording fee increase

    Real estate recording fee increase
    A bill is currently being debated in the California Senate that would significantly increase the cost to record a real estate document.Basically any document related to real estate must be recorded with the applicable county recorder's…
  • Apr 26

    Trust Accounting Exception

    Trust Accounting Exception
    A trustee is normally required to render an annual accounting to a beneficiary subject to the following exceptions.Accounting Waived by Trust Instrument The trust may waive the right to an accounting per Prob C §16064(a). However,…
Rank this Week: 1782

California Lemon Law Lawyer Blog

California Lemon Law Lawyer Blog

Covers California lemon law. By Mark F. Anderson.

http://www.californialemonlawlawyerblog.com/
  • May 6

    Bill to Bar Car Dealers from Selling Cars with Open Safety Recalls Advances in CA Legislature

    Bill to Bar Car Dealers from Selling Cars with Open Safety Recalls Advances in CA Legislature
    Yesterday, the California Legislature Senate Judiciary Committee voted 4-2 to pass first-in-the-nation legislation to bar used car dealers from selling, renting, leasing, loaning, or otherwise transferring ownership of used vehicles that have…
  • May 4

    SF Chron Reports on How Car-Title Loans Are Driving People into A Deep Hole

    SF Chron Reports on How Car-Title Loans Are Driving People into A Deep Hole
    The SF Chronicle has a fine report on the car-title loan business in California. Car-title loans" aka auto-equity loans were taken out by 38,000 people in 2011 in California. Any owner with equity in a car (meaning they own it outright or…
  • Apr 24

    Car Dealers Sue Carfax in Antitrust Suit

    Car Dealers Sue Carfax in Antitrust Suit
    An East Coast law firm has filed an antitrust and monopolization case against Carfax alleging it hs become a monopoly in the business of issuing vehicle history reports (VHR) with a 90% share of the market. The complaint alleges Carfax has…
Rank this Week: 1398

California Lemon Law Blog

California Lemon Law Blog

Covers auto recalls, California lemon law, and unfair and deceptive business practices. By Law Offices of Howard D. Silver.

http://www.california-lemon-law-blog.com/
  • Apr 29

    The Largest Auto Recalls in Recent History

    The Largest Auto Recalls in Recent History
    With recent news of recalls affecting 3.4 million vehicles from Toyota, Honda, Nissan, and Mazda due to airbag defects, consumers might be wondering what exactly is going on. A recent report from Reuters highlights recalls affecting millions…
  • Apr 10

    Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle

    Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle
    Hyundai Motors and its affiliate Kia, have recalled more than 1.8 million vehicles due to problems with brake light switches and air bags, according to Fox Business. 186,254 Hyundai Elantra cars from model years 2011 through 2013 are being…
  • Apr 10

    Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle

    Hyundai and Kia Issue Multiple Recalls Totaling 1.8 Million Vehicle
    Hyundai Motors and its affiliate Kia, have recalled more than 1.8 million vehicles due to problems with brake light switches and air bags, according to Fox Business. 186,254 Hyundai Elantra cars from model years 2011 through 2013 are being…
Rank this Week: 1225

Southern California Bankruptcy Law…

Southern California Bankruptcy Law Blog

Covers bankruptcy, foreclosure, mortgage modification and short sales. By Nick Gebelt.

http://www.southerncaliforniabankruptcylawblog.com
  • Apr 24

    Bankruptcy: What’s In your Wallet? It’s A Loan Shark!

    Bankruptcy: What’s In your Wallet? It’s A Loan Shark!
    On January 30, 2013 Shan Li of the L.A. Times reported: Nearly 44% of American households are one emergency away from financial ruin.  That means they don’t have enough savings to cover basic living expenses for three months if…
  • Mar 29

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 2)

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 2)
    In my last post, I discussed retirement contributions within the Chapter 7 context.  Our attention now turns to retirement contributions in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. II.        Retirement…
  • Mar 26

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 1)

    Can I Continue To Contribute To My Retirement While In Bankruptcy? (Part 1)
    This easy question to state has a surprisingly complicated answer.  This is bad news if you were hoping for a simple yes or no, but good news if you’re a fan of more complex legal analysis.  In this post, I’ll…
Rank this Week: 1653

The California Blog of Appeal

The California Blog of Appeal

Features an appellate practitioner's take on practice and legal developments in the California Courts of Appeal, the California Supreme Court and the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. By Greg May.

http://www.calblogofappeal.com
Rank this Week: 1220

Infra Insight Blog

Infra Insight Blog

Covers infrastructure news, policy and industry developments. By Nossaman LLP.

http://www.infrainsightblog.com
  • Apr 22

    FDOT Receives SOQs for I-4 Ultimate Project

    FDOT Receives SOQs for I-4 Ultimate Project
    The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) announced on April 19, 2013 that it accepted Statements of Qualifications (SOQs) from seven proposers in response to a Request for Qualifications for the I-4 Ultimate Project.  The list of…
  • Apr 18

    LA Metro to Hold Industry Forum for Sepulveda Pass Corridor

    LA Metro to Hold Industry Forum for Sepulveda Pass Corridor
    On May 1, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) will hold an industry forum to present initial concepts for several multimodal P3 projects that are being considered for the Sepulveda Pass Corridor in Los Angeles…
  • Apr 17

    President's Budget Includes Funding For Two LACMTA Project

    President's Budget Includes Funding For Two LACMTA Project
    Possibly lost in the shuffle of the rollout last week is the news that the President’s budget proposal (PDF) includes $130 million to help fund two significant transit system improvements in Los Angeles, the Regional Connector and…
Rank this Week: 1575

Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

Immigration Visa Attorney Blog

Covers immigration law, including topics associated with family and employment visas, citizenship, and entry and exit issues. By Law Offices of J Craig Fong.

http://www.immigrationvisaattorneyblog.com/
  • Apr 18

    New Zealand Legislature Approves Same-Sex Marriage

    New Zealand Legislature Approves Same-Sex Marriage
    As an immigrant advocate for gay and lesbian couples, I regularly receive calls at my Los Angeles and Palm Springs offices about whether same-sex marriage is available in x, y, or z country of the world. The legislature of New...
  • Apr 16

    Tell me! Tell me! Tell me!

    Tell me! Tell me! Tell me!
    Yes, yes, yes. Some information about the proposed Comprehensive Immigration Reform was released today. As an immigration lawyer with over 30 years of experience, my phones here in Los Angeles and in the Palm Springs office have been ringing…
  • Apr 12

    French Senate Approves Same-Sex Marriage

    French Senate Approves Same-Sex Marriage
    I wrote a few weeks ago that the French National Assembly voted to approve same-sex marriage. Today, the French Senate passed a bill approving same-sex marriage, also. In the coming weeks, the two bills will undergo a "second…
Rank this Week: 1607

California Personal Injury Law…

California Personal Injury Law Case Notes

Provides information and insights into the law for California accident victims and their families. By the Danko Law Firm.

http://www.capersonalinjurycaselawnotes.com/
  • Mar 29

    GranuFlo Cases Will be Transferred to the District of Massachusett

    GranuFlo Cases Will be Transferred to the District of Massachusett
    Victims and family members who suffered a loss due to the defective dialysis component, GranuFlo, may have their cases transferred to the District of Massachusetts.  A panel of federal judges decided today that all of the GranuFlo…
  • Mar 12

    Sudden Cardiac Death During Dialysi

    Sudden Cardiac Death During Dialysi
    The manufacturer of a component of the hemodialysis treatment known as GranuFlo, investigated over 900 reports of cardiac arrest during or immediately following treatment.  According to an internal study by the manufacturer, Fresenius,…
  • Feb 1

    The Bumper Car Rider Gets Bumped Again

    The Bumper Car Rider Gets Bumped Again
    The assumption of risk bumper car case was discussed here. A doctor seriously injured her hand when she was hit from both the rear and the front.  Head on collisions violated the park’s bumper car rules. In that discussion, the…
Rank this Week: 1400

California Professional License…

California Professional License Defense Blog

Covers news and updates on professional license defense cases. Published by Law Office of Pilchman & Kay, P.L.C.

http://www.californiaprofessionallicensedefenseblog.com/
  • Mar 25

    Los Angeles Physician Charged with Sexual Battery

    Los Angeles Physician Charged with Sexual Battery
    Dr. Pez Abrahams, a physician in Los Angeles was arrested on charges of committing a sexual battery on a patient. The patient was being examined pursuant for federal immigration purposes when the alleged sexual assault by the physician…
  • Feb 21

    Orange County Anesthesiologist Sentenced for Sexual Assault on Patient

    Orange County Anesthesiologist Sentenced for Sexual Assault on Patient
    Orange County anesthesiologist, Dr. Yashwant Giri, 60 was sentenced to six months in jail and ordered to register as a sex offender after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting multiple patients while they were unconscious in a Placentia…
  • Nov 24

    Domestic Violence and California Physician

    Domestic Violence and California Physician
    Our criminal defense law firm, we will track your arrest with the district attorney's office AND negotiate with the district attorneys office for a rejection of your case or a reduction of charges FREE OF CHARGE. This way, you do not spend…
Rank this Week: 1432

San Diego Criminal Attorney Blog

San Diego Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law news and information. By Spiegel Law Group.

http://www.sddefense.com/blog/
  • Mar 5

    Internet Stalking in San Diego

    Internet Stalking in San Diego
    New issues regarding social media sites crop up on almost a daily basis. One of the problem areas that has been in the news lately concerns threats made utilizing Facebook and similar sites. This can be prosecuted as a federal ……
  • Feb 26

    Case Not Getting any Better for “Charlie Brown” Actor

    Case Not Getting any Better for “Charlie Brown” Actor
    In our blog of January 30, 2013 (Voice of Charlie Brown Denies Stalking and Threats Charges), we reported on the status of Peter Robbins, a resident of Oceanside and formerly the voice of Peanuts character Charlie Brown. At the time, ……
  • Feb 20

    Not Guilty Plea Entered on Arson, Burglary and Vandalism Charge

    Not Guilty Plea Entered on Arson, Burglary and Vandalism Charge
    Late last month there was a fire at a Greek Orthodox Church in Rancho San Diego, which reports state caused an estimated $250,000 in damage. Within hours of the discovery of the fire, a local man was arrested and charged … Continue…
Rank this Week: 1715

Anker Reed HSC's Blog

Anker Reed HSC's Blog

Covers business, real estate, estate planning, probate, trusts, wills, intellectual property and civil litigation.

http://ankerreedhsc.wordpress.com/
  • Feb 25

    Is Your Agreement Worth the Paper it is Written On?

    Is Your Agreement Worth the Paper it is Written On?
    The California Supreme Court recently answered that question with a resounding “No”. In one of its early decisions in 2013, Riverisland Cold Storage vs. Fresno-Madera Production Credit Association, the Court rejected what had…
  • Jan 7

    Introducing the New Law Firm Formation of Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP

    Introducing the New Law Firm Formation of Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP
    Larry S. Hymes and Douglas K. Schreiber are pleased to announce the formation of their new law firm, Anker, Hymes & Schreiber, LLP to continue the Anker Reed HSC tradition of serving your legal needs.
  • Aug 15

    Most Trusted Advisors 2nd Consecutive Nomination

    Most Trusted Advisors 2nd Consecutive Nomination
    Los Angeles Business Attorney Robert A. Cohen of Anker Reed HSC received a 2nd consecutive nomination to the San Fernando Valley’s Most Trusted Advisors Nomination.
Rank this Week: 1740

California Criminal Defense Blog

California Criminal Defense Blog

California Criminal Defense Blog covers topics such as drug crimes, legislation, sex crimes, sex offenses, and violent crimes. Published by Southern California Defense Lawyers Neil Shouse & Associates.

http://www.californiacriminaldefenseblog.com/
Rank this Week: 1361

California Divorce Lawyer Blog

California Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers annulment, child support, custody and visitation. By Gary D. Sparks.

http://www.californiadivorcelawyerblog.com/
  • Jan 7

    After 40 Years, Sesame Street Tackles the Issue of Divorce

    After 40 Years, Sesame Street Tackles the Issue of Divorce
    After more than 40 years, Sesame Street has never directly dealt with the issue of divorce and its impact on children. Until now. Sesame Workshop recently launched its "Little Children, Big Challenges" initiative, including an…
  • Feb 8

    Judge Sentences Husband to Take His Wife on a Date

    Judge Sentences Husband to Take His Wife on a Date
    A Florida judge has sentenced a Plantation husband to take his wife on a date for a domestic violence incident that began as a marital spat when he forgot to wish her a happy birthday. As reported in the SunSentinel, Broward County Judge John…
  • Feb 7

    Gary Sparks to Return as a Special Guest on the Ronn Owens Program This Week

    Gary Sparks to Return as a Special Guest on the Ronn Owens Program This Week
    For those of you who missed Gary's first appearance on the Ronn Owens Program (on KGO-AM 810) this past September, or those who want to listen in again, he will be returning as Ronn's guest this upcoming Thursday, February 9th, 2012 at 10:00…
Rank this Week: 1745

Sacramento Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Sacramento Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers California criminal law developments, including in the areas of DUI and search and seizure. By The Law Office Of Nancy King.

http://www.sacramentocriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/
  • Dec 26

    Voluntary v. Involuntary Intoxication

    Voluntary v. Involuntary Intoxication
    A recent California appellate court decision of a Placer County DUI case highlights the difference between voluntary and involuntary intoxication as it relates to driving under the influence. In People v. Mathson, the defendant was pulled…
  • Nov 25

    Voters Approve Revision of Three Strikes Law

    Voters Approve Revision of Three Strikes Law
    California voters' overwhelming approval of Proposition 36 - a ballot measure that significantly alters the state's three strikes law - will result in more equitable sentencing and reduced prison costs. In 1994, California voters said yes to…
  • Nov 10

    Sacramento City Tax Measure Passes, Providing Funding For Law Enforcement

    Sacramento City Tax Measure Passes, Providing Funding For Law Enforcement
    Sacramento city residents on Tuesday approved a half percent sales tax increase, with the new revenue targeted at restoring city services cut during the recession the last five years. According to city officials, one use of the annual $28…
Rank this Week: 1510

Sonoma County Bankruptcy Lawyer…

Sonoma County Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers landlord-tenant, bankruptcy, small business and family law. By Richard C. Koman.

http://www.richardkoman.com
Rank this Week: 1210

Reid & Hellyer News

Reid & Hellyer News

Focuses on business, real estate, litigation, bankruptcy and mediation.

http://www.rhlaw.com/news/
Rank this Week: 1368

Ledger & Associates Blog

Ledger & Associates Blog

Covers auto accidents and personal injury law.

http://www.ledgerlaw.com/personal-injury-lawyer/
Rank this Week: 1556

California Condo & HOA Law…

California Condo & HOA Law Blog

Covers affordable housing, elections, collections, boards and committees. By Beth Grimm.

http://www.communityassociations.net/cacondoguru/
  • Nov 19

    What Happens When an HOA Fails to File Tax Returns?

    What Happens When an HOA Fails to File Tax Returns?
    Here is a question recently received from an owner – and not an uncommon question:
  • Nov 3

    Managers – Don’t Pretend to Be Attorneys!

    Managers – Don’t Pretend to Be Attorneys!
    Here is a recent complaint from an owner in homeowner association about a manager (not completely unheard of, ha ha): “Our manager thinks she knows everything. At the meetings she runs the board, not the other way around. Whose [sic]…
  • Oct 17

    Contractor Bids in HOAs and Condo

    Contractor Bids in HOAs and Condo
    Here is a common question that owners and even board members have, sent in by a reader: “Are there any requirements for a  contractor proposal process? – Dos and Don’ts. Can an HOA review proposals and after the reviewaccept another…
Rank this Week: 1707

California Construction Law Update

California Construction Law Update

By Kring & Chung Attorneys LLP.

http://www.kcconstructionlawupdate.com/
  • Nov 2

    Using ASTM Standard E2128-12 to Defend Window Leak Claim

    Using ASTM Standard E2128-12 to Defend Window Leak Claim
    Consider two typical scenarios in construction defect litigation:
  • Oct 23

    The Pitfalls of Acting as an “Owner-Builder”

    The Pitfalls of Acting as an “Owner-Builder”
    With the economy improving, many homeowners are beginning to perform previously delayed construction projects. However, finances can still be a major issue, which is one reason why some elect to forego hiring a general contractor and instead…
  • Sep 20

    Homeowner Bill of Right

    Homeowner Bill of Right
    California homeowners and the California housing market received good news on July 11, 2012 when Governor Jerry Brown signed into law the Homeowner Bill of Rights. Effective January 1, 2013, the new law extends homeowner protections…
Rank this Week: 1437