Even though you can legally take on the responsibilities of a loved one’s financial and medical decisions when they become unable to do so themselves, being a conservator isn’t to be taken lightly. It’s not just about signing a document; that’s just the beginning. There are many ongoing obligations of a conservator of an aging […]

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“When faced with the question of whether you should stay in a marriage, difficult emotions are bound to arise…. Despite the emotions involved, a life-changing decision needs to be made when considering the financial, emotional, and legal implications specific to your situation. The first question you should ask is: ‘Should I file for divorce or […]

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Complexities aside, representing yourself in a divorce should always be a last resort. We understand not everyone can afford a high-priced attorney, but the inability to separate one’s emotions keeps a lot of people from logical, rational discourse, which inevitably leads to an outcome that’s skewed in the spouse’s favor. However, if you must act […]

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Divorce is never easy. Along with the emotional strain, dealing with all the forms, procedures, and rules required to file a divorce in California can become overwhelming. Understanding the basic process can help mitigate the stress. Step 1: Prepare to File for a California Divorce The first thing you want to do is inform your […]

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John and Mary got a divorce and filed a custody arrangement. Now, Mary wants to move to a new state and take her child with her. She files a petition for custody modification in her new state. Unfortunately, the court denies her request because the state does not have jurisdiction. Child custody isn’t just about […]

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In 1982, California passed the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act and became one of the first states to protect elderly and dependent adults from criminal abuse (physical, mental, and financial), abandonment, abduction, and neglect. Further private civil measures applied to the act in 1991 helped mitigate elder abuse. But by how much? […]

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Conservatorships are the best way to protect a loved one when they become physically or mentally incapacitated. In other words, a conservatorship allows you to take control over another person’s finances, health, and well-being when they are incapable of doing it themselves, or when doing it themselves would cause them harm. However, conservatorships can also […]

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Caring for an older adult, especially one with extensive care needs, can be time consuming and stressful. It’s why many people choose to place elderly parents or grandparents in nursing homes where they can be professionally cared for. But what happens when you find out the nursing home you’ve chosen begins to neglect your loved […]

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Back in 2019, Nicolas Cage married his then girlfriend Erika Koike after “drinking to the point of intoxication.” Cage, as a lot of people do when in the throes of infatuation, acted on impulse. Four days later, he claimed the marriage was fraud as he was not fully aware of the extent of a relationship […]

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What happens after and uncoupling? You have questions; we have answers. I want to pretend my marriage never happened. Can I get it annulled? As unromantic as it sounds, marriage is, in part, a business arrangement. Simply wanting to pretend it did not happen or being unhappy is not enough to annul a marriage. No […]

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