A protection order, also referred to as a restraining order, is a legally binding order that is meant to protect someone from being abused, harassed, threatened or stalked. The person who requests the restraining order is referred to as the protected person, and the...
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What are your rights to business assets if you’re unmarried?
These days, fewer couples are getting married, but many are still purchasing property and going into business together. This can make breakups more complicated than ever before. According to California's Family Code and case law, property that is shared between a...
Key points about how child custody is determined in California
Many family law issues can be in dispute during a California divorce. Frequently, one of the most emotionally challenging and contentious ones is child custody. The circumstances dictate how agreeable or acrimonious the case might be. In some instances, the parents...
What can a restraining order do?
If a romantic partner is threatening or harassing you in California, you could protect yourself and your family with a restraining order while you pursue legal action. A restraining order could make it illegal for the individual to contact you, approach you in person...
The process of establishing guardianship in California
Although parental guidance is a necessary component of every child's life, some children end up without parents. Family members, family friends and individuals hoping to adopt may step in to help. While adoption is the only way to officially become a child's parent in...