If You Willfully Break It, You May Not Be Able To Fix It
Family law cases are fluid and dynamic. The cases are influenced by a variety of constantly changing factors, some simple like the child’s age; some more complicated by the loss
If You Willfully Break It, You May Not Be Able To Fix It
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Redefining the Date of Separation: the “Anti-Davis” Legislation
On July 25, 2016, Governor Jerry Brown signed Senate Bill 1255 into effect. This bill redefines the date of marital separation for purposes of the California Family Code as the
Compelling? Yes. Admissible? No.
One of the more challenging tasks family law practitioners are faced with is balancing their client’s often compelling and moving story against evidentiary rules and practices in court and in
What Happens When the Other Person Fails to Comply with a Court Order?
For many people, having their day in court can bring relief and a sense of certainty. The family court judge can make orders regarding custody and visitation of the children,
Are the Family Courts Becoming Hostile Toward Women?
From a historical standpoint, women have been the stay-at-home moms; the underemployed or unemployed spouse in a marriage; and the lesser paid sex in the workforce (the latter is still
Family Law and the Presidential Election
It is almost time for the Presidential Election. Everyone is impacted by the outcome but what many people do not realize is how much an election can impact family law.
What Judges Around the State are Saying About Children Testifying
Last year, I blogged about the law which was slated for implementation January 1, 2012 concerning children testifying in family law matters (Let The Children’s Voices Be Heard). The law
In Your Divorce, the Court Is Open for Business
Courts and court records are supposed to be open to the public. The goal is to make the judicial system transparent so it is held accountable for its actions, and
Making the Judge Your “Friend” on Facebook?
This past week the news reported the story of a judge in Connecticut who ordered both parties in a child custody dispute to give each other their Facebook passwords. The
Family Law Cases Will Finally Be Managed
It is no secret that family law matters can take a long time to be brought to final resolution. There are many reasons for this. For example, the emotions of