Since you are both in CA, it is the law of this state that applies. I am a civil lawyer and hoping a criminal law can confirm what I believe is...

You should send a certified letter asking for an update. This requires the recipient to sign acknowledging they received your letter. This is proof...

You should contact a landlord tenant lawyer to learn about your options.

First, if you have insurance, you should turn this matter over to your insurance company. If you also have an injury, seek medical care. Last,...

This may be a case of medical malpractice but it is not a "criminal case."

This sounds more like a family dispute rather than a case for emotional distress. But each case depends on the specific facts of the case. So your...

Your father has liability insurance, which is required to have by CA law. That is really good. His insurance company will hire and pay for his...

This sounds really hard for your mom and hard on her family. Please contact a lawyer promptly so you can discuss her options and start her on the...

There is no tort for cruel and unusual punishment. But you may have claims for invasion of privacy and negligence, among possible other causes of...

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