Is it illegal for someone to state that, if compensated, they would suppress information related to alleged criminal wrongdoing?

Extortion is, “the obtaining of property from another, with his consent … induced by a wrongful use of force or fear…” (See Pen. Code section 518.)...

What rights does a woman have in California when her live-in boyfriend/partner of 8 years passes away without a will?

The woman has no rights to the decedent's property. California law does not recognize common law marriages, and unless there was a property-share...

What constitutes a "certified true copy" in California

"Certified copies" are provided by the court which entered the judgment. You typically have to visit the counter in person to make the request or...

How to handle a notice sent by my ex employer's lawyer ?

An offer letter can be construed to be an employment contract, but not always. If your company routinely sends offer letters to new hires and the...

To commit perjury under Penal Code section 118, you must willfully state as true any material matter you know to be false. Thus, “accidental”...

How do I get a key from my manager for the door to my room?

Unless there are some additional facts that I am not aware of, I suggest that you simply ask again, and if that fails, try another inn. Justin...

Harassment at the workplace?

With regards to collecting unemployment benefits, please review the following: When an individual files a claim for UI benefits, the Department...

Landlord's unjust enrichment or theft and extortion?

Please provide additional information about your agreement with the landlord. Were the terms of the agreement stated in the lease? In fact, was...

If I were in your shoes, I would disclose EVERYTHING. To the best of my knowledge disclosing that you may or may not have been on academic...

Question Save Share Can an auto repair shop hold a car hostage for payment?

Article XIV, Section 3 of the California Constitution supports Counselor Chen's conclusion. The Constitution provides: “Mechanics, materialmen,...