I'm handling a few of these right now and I can tell you there are important issues that must be considered in addition to the price one partner...

My child and I are lawful permanent residents. How can I change my child's last name?

There is a specific procedure that must be followed, including a notice must be published in the newspaper. The self-help desk at the Monterey...

Does a lawyer have to file a Notification by Trustee in the Court to be legally filed? Or can they just claim that they mailed

You may be using the wrong legal word. I believe you meant to say "executor" instead of "trustee". There is a difference between trustees and...

Can I keep a certain person off my property/out of my house if I have been issued a restraining order that keeps ME off?

No. You should contact an attorney who specializes in family law and discuss custody of the children in light of the fact that they may no longer...

Employment contract - non compete agreement in CA is binding in CA ?

I've encountered this issue many times. Since non-competes are enforceable in many states, some non-California companies use standard forms...

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Do Sun, Holidays, and days the office is closed count for the purpose of 72 hours before waiting time penalties in CA?

I tell my corporate clients all the time... 72 hours is 72 hours. It doesn't matter if there is a Saturday, Sunday, Christmas or any other day in...

Does California state law require all employees of a homecare co. to undergo a criminal background check, regardless of duties

The LAW does not require it for your position, but your company can require it for all employees nonetheless -- unless your work location is in one...

If I have a lease with a tenant that specifically prohibits operating a business, can she open a day care center

First, I have to say that no lawyer can answer a question related to a contract without reading the contract itself. Some legal terms can be...

Do I have a lawsuit if I have not been given my required lunch breaks?

You are definitely entitled to rest breaks (which are paid) and a lunch break (which is not paid). You can go to the labor board or directly to...

I have dealt with situations similar to yours. The first thing you should do is tell the bank you want to stop any and all NEW charges from going...