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Breach of Contract FAQ
A breach of contract occurs when one party to a contract fails to fulfill their obligations as outlined in the agreement. In other words, it is a violation of the terms and cond…
Can You Recover Your Attorney’s Fees In Litigation?
The single most frequently asked question by each one of our Clients who become involved in a lawsuit either being sued or suing) is, “Can I recover my attorney’s fees?” The qui…
Digital Signatures
In the modern age, lawyers and clients increasingly rely on digital methods of providing service, participating in discovery, and filing motions to the court. Integral to the le…
What is Discovery in litigation and what if the discovery is excessive.
Discovery in litigation refers to the pre-trial phase during which parties involved in a legal dispute gather and exchange information relevant to the case. It is a crucial part…
Do I provide the entire copy of my Trust?
Although people prefer to keep their confidential information in their living trust private, in some cases, the settlor(s) may need to disclose limited information after executi…
Do You Really Need A Living Trust?
If you pass in an accident or in an accident with your spouse, or shortly after each other, without a trust, your estate may be subject to probate. California has some of the hi…
How can I transfer my Corporation or LLC to my living trust?
To transfer ownership of your corporation or LLC into a trust, you will need to follow these general steps:
Is a Contractor Liable on a Flip
While working on properties, contractors and subcontractors shoulder many responsibilities and perform numerous tasks, and once in a while inevitably take part in the creation o…
Liquidated Damages- What are they?
A liquidated damages clause is a provision in a contract that specifies a predetermined amount of money that one party will pay to the other party in the event of a breach of co…
Lis Pendens – What is it and how do I use it.
A Lis Pendens, if filed can at least temporarily, prevent a party from selling or transferring the property or stop foreclosure proceedings or. If a Lis Pendens is filed at the…
What is a Motion to Compel and Do I get my Attorneys Fees?
A Motion to Compel is a legal document filed by one party in a lawsuit to request that the court order the opposing party to provide certain information or take specific actions…
Are you an out of state resident and being sued here in California?
Personal jurisdiction refers to a court’s authority to hear and make decisions in a case involving a particular individual or entity. It is a legal concept that determines wheth…
What is Piercing the Corporate Veil and why does it matter?
What is Piercing the Corporate Veil and why does it matter?
Quiet Title Actions Between Co-owners
Purchasing a home or other real property with another person, or multiple people, can be an attractive option because splitting the cost of down payments, closing costs and on-g…
Do I need to over disclose in a Real Estate Transaction
In California, sellers of real estate properties are generally required to disclose material facts to potential buyers. The duty to disclose arises from California’s real estate…
What does a Real Estate Attorney Do?
What does a Real Estate Attorney Do and why hire a Real Estate Attorney?
What fiduciary duties does a trustee owe to the Beneficiaries of a Trust?
A trustee has several fiduciary duties to the beneficiaries of a trust, including:
What to name your Living Trust
Drafting a trust and wondering what you should name your living trust?A close friend of mine called me and said he was buying a home and wanted to place it in a trust. We discus…
What is a Writ of Attachment?
A writ of attachment is a legal document issued by a court that authorizes the seizure or attachment of a person’s property or assets to secure a debt or judgment. It is typical…