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Restraining Orders in California: What You Need to Know
In the State of California, restraining orders are issued by courts to prevent specific people from abusing, harassing, threatening, or stalking another individual. Restraining orders can be issued whether or not the victim of domestic abuse is married to his or her aggressor. To obtain a restraining order, discussing the case with a qualified… Read More »
What You Should Know About Legal Separation in the State of California
When it comes to divorce in California, one of the biggest misconceptions is that you must first be legally separated before you can file for divorce, but this could not be further from the truth. Legal separations are an alternative to obtaining a divorce, and by no means are they required to get a… Read More »
What You Should Know About Spousal Support in California
If you are in the process of getting divorced or are considering your options, spousal support will probably be one of your main concerns. Usually, the party who earns the most income will be required to make monthly payments to the other party, but there are many factors that can play a role in… Read More »
Co-Parenting During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, has affected the day-to-day lives of millions of people across the nation. As the nation tries to control the spread of the virus, social distancing is being enforced across many states, including the State of California. While school and business closures are temporarily enforced, many families struggle… Read More »
What to Consider When Seeking a Spousal Support Modification in California
Spousal support, often referred to as alimony, is the court-ordered obligation mandated by a judge for one person to provide his or her former spouse financial support. Not all divorcing parties are obligated to pay spousal support, and it is also not a requirement to receive spousal support. However, when spousal support is court-ordered,… Read More »
What You Should Know About Paternity Cases in California
Throughout the State of California, countless parents are unmarried when their child is conceived or is born. In California, in order to establish paternity, or establish parental rights, a paternity case must be opened in the appropriate family law court. Cases involving paternity are challenging, often dealing with high levels of stress and concern…. Read More »
Understanding the Difference Between Temporary and Permanent Spousal Support in California
Facing a divorce or legal separation can be a very stressful process and alimony issues can exacerbate the ordeal. In the State of California, the family courts will consider many factors before making a decision to grant or deny spousal support. They will also determine the exact amount that is to be paid. Here,… Read More »
A Brief Overview of Restraining Orders in California
In simple terms, a restraining order puts a legal barrier between the victim and the accused. When granted, the restraining order can make it unlawful for the restrained person to contact the protected person. In a majority of cases, a restraining order will be filed following a domestic violence matter. In California, there are… Read More »
A General Overview of Spousal Support in the State of California
It is a shock for many to learn that spousal support is not very common. About 10 to 15 percent of divorces or legal separations will result in the obligation of one former spouse to pay support. Since there are a multitude of misconceptions surrounding spousal support, it is imperative to look into factual… Read More »
California Restraining Orders
A restraining order, commonly referred to as a protective order, works to protect a person from harassment and abuse by a specified person. A protected party can include the following parties: Spouses or domestic partners, Ex-partners, Cohabitants, Family members, Coworkers, and Roommates Types of Restraining Orders In California, there are four types of restraining… Read More »
