What Is Civil Litigation, Exactly?
You may have heard of “civil law” or “civil lawsuits,” but do you know what it means and entails? Here is some basic information to help you out: Civil law is sometimes referred to...
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Civil Lawsuits vs. Criminal Lawsuits: What’s the Difference?
One of the most confusing parts about the legal system is understanding the difference between civil cases and criminal cases. Which circumstances qualify for civil lawsuits, and which are considered criminal lawsuits? What...
Traffic Tickets: California Amnesty Program Now in Effect
If you have unpaid traffic and non-traffic infraction tickets, then you may be able to qualify for California’s new Amnesty Program. The Amnesty Program, which began in October 2015, helps some people reduce their...
What is the California Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 2016?
Do you know California has a new law requiring police agencies to have a warrant to search your digital records? It’s called the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, and it means your personal emails, texts,...
Civil Litigation: What is a Settlement Conference?
In civil litigation, there can be too many cases for the courts to handle in a timely manner. Therefore, civil attorneys and their clients can attempt to settle the case outside of court. One...
Can You Clear Your California Driving Record?
What California’s DMV Laws Say about Removing Traffic Violation Points Whenever you commit a traffic violation in California, by law the DMV must assign points to your driving record. If you have accumulated points,...
What is the Difference between Personal Property and Real Property?
In civil litigation, when the lawsuit involves some type of property dispute or damage, there may need to be a distinction between personal property and real property. This is because personal and real property...
Can You Be Sued for Posting Opinions Online?
Publishing our opinions on the Internet is as much an expectation these days as a convenience. But what happens if your comments attract the wrong kind of attention – can you be sued for...
How long do I have to file a claim for property damage in California?
First things first, determining exactly how much time you have to file a property damage claim can be very difficult. This is because even if you know what type of property damage claim you...
How to Ask for a Restraining Order
**If you are in danger right now, then you should call “911” for assistance.** When you feel that someone is dangerous enough to cause you harm, then you may need to ask for a...