LEGAL INSIGHTS
Three Strikes and This Fiduciary is Out
Three Strikes and This Fiduciary is Out
Judges typically use a restrained, neutral style when writing their opinions. So Duane Farrant may have realized things were not...
The Law Says It’s Community Property. Or It’s Not
The Law Says It’s Community Property. Or It’s Not
When a married couple in California purchases a home or other asset, a provision of the Family Code says it...
Don’t Overlook “Change In Ownership” and “Change of Control” Rules
Don’t Overlook “Change In Ownership” and “Change of Control” Rules
It’s common for estate planning strategies to include making gifts to children or other heirs of partial interests in real...
Nothing’s as Certain as Death, Taxes and Estate Planning
Nothing’s as Certain as Death, Taxes and Estate Planning
The truth of the old saying that “there is nothing certain in life but death and taxes” was underscored by...
A Quick Laugh Leaves the Court Unamused
A Quick Laugh Leaves the Court Unamused
When two parties bring in an arbitrator to handle their dispute, the arbitrator is supposed to be unbiased and objective....
Even in Hollywood, Lawyers Can’t Just Play the Role
Even in Hollywood, Lawyers Can’t Just Play the Role
What happens if the person you thought was your lawyer isn’t permitted to practice law? If you are in the...