Category: Laws

Understanding California’s 128.7 Motion and the Legal Standard for Review Dismissing a Lawsuit: §128.7 Motion vs. Motion for Summary Judgment There are distinct advantages to a §128.7 motion: less cost,…

California Attorney Misconduct Law California Attorney Misconduct and Malpractice: Laws, Rules, Ethics, and Moral Turpitude Many people aren’t aware that the California Supreme Court is responsible for the conduct – and misconduct – of all the…

Counterman v. Colorado – Supreme Court sets higher bar for prosecuting threats under First Amendment justices raising the bar for establishing when a statement is a “true threat” not protected…

Rules and Regulations Governing California Landlord – Tenant Laws Below is a summary of rental laws in California. This article is researched and cited according to the Official California Civil Code,…

Property Rights and the Constitution   Amdt14.S1.5.3 Property Deprivations and Due Process Fourteenth Amendment, Section 1: All persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction…

Oath and Obligation’s of Attorney – California Lawyers Intermittently, a lawyer should read the oath given upon admission to the practice of law. This will help remind the lawyer of…

“Civility” Oath Rule Adopted by Supreme Court The “civility” oath rule requires anyone admitted to practice law after 2014 to swear or affirm the following: “As an officer of the…

Landlord’s Right to Entry in California The 24 HOUR NOTICE Legal Reasons for Entry Inspections Improvements (incl. decoration) Maintenance Property Showings Emergencies Notice Requirement Usually 24 Hours, Written Verbal for…

California law banning gun magazines of more than 10 rounds struck down by federal judge banned – Penal Code § 32310 PC – Large-Capacity Magazines – California Law California cannot…

The Moves Wealthy Families Are Making to Skirt Estate Taxes How dynasty trusts can shield wealth before the Trump tax cuts expire They gave away $182.6 billion in 2021, more…