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Guardianship and Conservatorship in California: Safeguarding Vulnerable Loved Ones

Guardianship and Conservatorship in California: Safeguarding Vulnerable Loved Ones

The legal frameworks of guardianship and conservatorship in California are crucial for protecting the well-being of vulnerable individuals who cannot care for themselves. These legal safeguards empower responsible people to make decisions on behalf of those unable to manage their own affairs, ensuring their safety and well-being. By understanding guardianship and conservatorship in California, you will be better prepared to determine the top solution and family law attorney for your loved ones needing assistance.

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How Do I Protect A Business During Divorce?

How Do I Protect A Business During Divorce?

The smartest thing you can do as a business owner is to plan ahead to protect your business from a divorce. A divorce can become more complex for a business owner. The impact of a divorce on your company could mean you are no longer able to run it.

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When Does Breach of Fiduciary Duty Apply?

When Does Breach of Fiduciary Duty Apply?

Many California spouses are unaware of their fiduciary legal obligations during the marriage. These duties are the same that apply to business partners. Fiduciary duty in marriage includes the obligation to act in good faith, avoid taking advantage of the other, and other fair and ethical obligations. What this means is that you should treat your spouse and your community assets with respect, and your actions should always be taken with your spouse in mind.

In marriage and separation, spouses must follow this duty. When a spouse breaches their fiduciary duty, they can be held legally accountable.

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What to Include in a Parenting Plan

What to Include in a Parenting Plan

Parenting plans in California are flexible because the court prefers that parents work together on a schedule. There are guidelines for plans, but they can adapt to the specific needs of a family. A judge will ensure the children’s interests are put first in the parenting plan you set forward.

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How to Keep Your High Net Worth Divorce Low Profile

How to Keep Your High Net Worth Divorce Low Profile

If you are caught in a divorce where a lot of assets are being divided between you and your spouse, this can be a difficult situation to find yourself in. With property, stocks, and other financial interests involved, a lot can be at stake.

Usually, in such high asset divorces, it is in each party’s best interest to keep quiet about the divorce circumstances and details. This can be to allow time for emotional processing and healing and to protect other family members, such as children. Keeping the private details of your divorce confidential can also give you an advantage in negotiations.

Overall, understanding strategies to keep your divorce confidential and private can go a long way towards protecting the interests of you and your family.

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How to Get a Fast and Friendly Divorce in California

How to Get a Fast and Friendly Divorce in California

Sometimes long-term partnerships, such as marriages, do not work out. This is completely natural, and a lot of marriages can end on good terms. Usually, when considering getting a divorce, most people wonder how they can get it over with quickly so that they can move on with their lives. The urge to get back to a new normal is common.

Perhaps you and your spouse have both decided that getting a divorce is the best thing for your family. You have sorted out your differences, and you are still in strong and clear communication. In that situation, a relatively fast and easy divorce in San Diego can be perfectly attainable.

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What Is Interstate Discovery and How Will It Affect a Divorce?

What Is Interstate Discovery and How Will It Affect a Divorce?

Although it can take time, out-of-state discovery is becoming increasingly important for many legal issues, especially those concerning divorce cases. Interstate discovery is increasing as internet-facilitated communication expands, opening up new avenues for the communication of legal materials as well. Fortunately, the Uniform Interstate Depositions and Discovery Act (UIDDA) can assist in standardizing the procedure for eliciting testimony and evidence from parties located outside of California’s jurisdiction.

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Common Reasons People File for Divorce in California

Common Reasons People File for Divorce in California

No one gets married expecting to get a divorce, but sometimes ending a marriage may be necessary. The reasons for getting a divorce are unique to each situation. However, the underlying causes for a divorce filing can give some context for how these proceedings unfold.

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How Is Spousal Support Decided in California?

How Is Spousal Support Decided in California?

Divorce is a complex legal process, and legal separation might involve several new systems that must be adapted. When adjusting to a fresh divorce, dividing assets, setting up child visitation plans, and separating joint bank accounts are expected parts of the separation process. Spousal support is one of the most hotly contested aspects of a divorce settlement. It is critical for anyone getting divorced to comprehend how these payment schedules are made and assigned during the settlement process.

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How to Complete a Family Law Appeal

How to Complete a Family Law Appeal

Navigating family law cases in court can be difficult because these cases often involve heavy emotions, even in the best circumstances. Those emotions can be even more heightened if you receive a court decision that is not in your favor. If you believe the decision made by the courts in your case is unfair, the team at Bickford Blado & Botros can help you with an appeal.

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