The collapse of Ashton Kutcher’s marriage with Demi Moore has been widely publicized, but divorce experts are beginning to speculate the former couple’s plans as the inevitable divorce draws nearer. Kutcher’s decision to put a $12 million property up for sale that Moore gave to him in an apparent private divorce settlement in March drew…
Sometimes, child custody is a matter of safety. But custody agreements don’t usually happen overnight and could put the child’s wellbeing in a state of flux during court proceedings. In California, you can request an emergency child custody or visitation order to protect your child from harm. “When can I use an emergency child custody…
Whether you have a new job or are experiencing financial hardship, it is possible to adjust your child support order and fortunately, the court displays a reasonable level of flexibility when it comes to support modifications. The following tips may give you a better idea of how to make your change possible. Requirements for Modifying…
Going through a divorce can be a challenging time for you and your spouse; however, if there are children in the mix, your divorce just may be even more difficult for them. While getting through the hardships of a divorce do come in time, as parents it is in your hands to help them work…
For couples going through a divorce, the issue of property division can lead to animosity and arguments. However, hiding assets could lead to far more serious consequences, including being charged with perjury. Making false statements on a financial affidavit is equivalent to swearing falsely in court. The judge can impose criminal penalties on the spouse…
California has led the way in enforcing some of the nation’s harshest driving under the influence (DUI) laws. Although DUI cases can vary significantly depending on the unique facts involved – such as the specific charge and one’s criminal history – there is no denying the fact that when individuals are convicted of DUI, they…
While practicing as a Modesto Divorce Lawyer I have seen hundreds of cases and so it is simple for me to list out some thoughts and ideas for handling a divorce in a better way. The information here is intended to be straightforward and simple, so that people who are facing a difficult divorce situation…
With a new year comes new laws. Many of those passed in California have a direct impact on motorists. Two of the most recent pieces of legislature concern limousine drivers and their passengers, as well as undocumented U.S. residents who want to drive. It is important to be aware of these laws and what they…
They’re a part of our Christmas cards, they get the best scraps from our dinners, and we can’t imagine life without them-our pets. Yet for some reason, California divorce laws put pets in the same category as physical property and expect spouses to just choose between pets or between properties during a divorce. This can…
Nothing can ruin the holiday season quicker than an untimely arrest for driving under the influence (DUI). This time of year typically brings about a higher concentration of impaired drivers on the roads, as holiday festivities oftentimes involve drinking. Modesto law enforcement knows this, and they are sure to be on the lookout for drunk drivers….
In today’s economy, rap sheets are increasingly problematic since employers frequently run criminal background checks before hiring applicants. A “rap sheet” refers to the list of your arrests and convictions; it is your criminal record history. Your criminal record includes any arrests or convictions for misdemeanor and felony crimes in the state of California. Your…
For many Americans, Labor Day weekend is a fun time to relax with family and friends. Since more Americans are off work and traveling during holiday weekends, the unfortunate side effect is that an increase in drunk driving occurs. To combat this, law enforcement will typically up their presence and make more arrests for DUI…
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