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Common and Surprising Reasons a Parent Can Lose Custody of a Child

Being involved in a child custody case can be emotionally and legally challenging. Many parents may not fully understand the courts' legal standards to determine custody or how their actions can affect the outcome. Custody decisions in California are based on the best interests of the child. As part of this standard, the court may limit or terminate your custodial rights in certain circumstances. This guide will help you understand common and not-so-obvious reasons you could lose custody of your child. Child Abuse Although a...

What is Community Property in California, and is it Always 50/50?

When a married couple in California decides to separate or divorce, one of the legal questions is how their assets and debts will be divided. California operates under community property laws that...

Family Law Requests for Order

Under California family law, a Request for Order (RFO) is a formal motion made to the court that would result in establishing, modifying, or enforcing an order about child custody, visitation, child...

7 Steps and 3 Keys to California's Divorce Process from Petition to Judgment

Divorce pushes you into one of life’s most demanding transitions. Ending a marriage is an emotional weight you will have to face, and in doing so, the legal process brings your former partner into...

How Does Adultery Affect Divorce?

It is never easy to undergo a divorce, and when adultery comes into play, it can feel even more complicated. Many people going through this experience have questions about how an affair might affect the legal and financial aspects of their divorce. Does it affect spousal support? Would it change how assets are divided? Will it matter in child custody decisions? If you are facing these questions in California, you need knowledge of the state’s divorce laws. California is a no-fault divorce state, so neither spouse has to prove...

What is a Trial Separation in California?

The divorce process is emotionally taxing, especially for couples that have invested quality time and resources into the marriage. The couple can agree to end their marriage amicably, or one can...

How Does Senate Bill 1129 Affect California Divorce Laws?

California divorce laws are constantly changing. Lawmakers occasionally introduce new laws and remove others, affecting the divorce process and property division. An example of an introduced law is...

Penal Code 281 PC – Bigamy – California Law & Penalties

Under California Penal Code 281, bigamy refers to the act of entering into a marriage while still being in a lawful marriage with another person. Bigamy cases arise due to misunderstandings,...

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