A former child star is facing charges in connection with an altercation with his girlfriend. Jason James Richter is best known for his role in the film, "Free Willy." The California resident was recently arrested on domestic violence charges stemming from an alleged...
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Positive outcomes are also a likely part of the divorce landscape
In California, the holidays are celebrated by people of many different backgrounds at this time of the year. For those who are intending to file for divorce or find themselves already in such legal proceedings, it can be a difficult time to retain a positive attitude,...
Divorce settlements hampered by new tax law rules
Divorce law may get a bit more difficult for practitioners in California and elsewhere after the end of the year. It may also get a bit more expensive for some clients to get a divorce at that time. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act passed by Congress eliminates the alimony...
Divorce could come with some nasty financial surprises for women
Women are very independent these days, and that includes financially, even if married. California couples often share assets though, and when they're headed for divorce court, a woman may not be prepared for what that could do to her financial situation. A recent...
Giuliani and wife clash as they begin to divide property
California residents may be aware that former NY Mayor Rudy Giuliani and his wife Judith are moving through a high asset divorce. As they navigate that process, the couple are at odds over how much money Mr. Giuliani is bringing in. According to his 2017 tax returns,...
Domestic violence restraining order does not always remove guns
California law prohibits persons who are under the constraints of a domestic violence restraining order from having a gun. However, local authorities have experienced that it is not so easy to enforce and track the gun status of an individual under a restraining...
Avoiding impulsive decisions during child custody disputes
Coming to terms with a custody determination can be challenging, even for parents who part ways amicably. For those who end their relationship with a significant amount of acrimony, adjusting to a child custody change can be even more difficult. It's imperative for...
Defensive lineman David Irving facing child custody battle
The National Football League has begun its 2018 season, with fans in California and throughout the nation donning their favorite team colors, hosting tailgate parties and making friendly bets on which two teams will ultimately face-off in the Super Bowl. Cowboys fans,...
New bill will assist in child support collection
Taking care of one's children is a top priority for parents. Many California parents will set aside their own desires to make sure that the children have what they need. Unfortunately, there are those parents who do not recognize that children must be given priority...
Theroux says divorce from Aniston was uneventful, even boring
Celebrity breakups are big news, especially when A-listers like Jennifer Aniston are involved. Her divorce from Justin Theroux made front-page news, not only in California papers, but in media all over the world. The thing is, though, their divorce, according to...