What Are California’s Laws On Fighting In Public?

What Are California’s Laws On Fighting In Public?

For the most part, people are able to go about their day without much confrontation. In most instances, people would rather things go smoothly than get into a fight. Unfortunately, there are still times when fights will arise. Often times, they occur because one, or both, of the parties involved is not in their usual […]

Figuring Out How Stimulus Checks Impact Your 2020 Tax Returns

Figuring Out How Stimulus Checks Impact Your 2020 Tax Returns

2020 has finally ended which means we now have to think about our 2020 taxes. The issue is complicated by the fact that many of us received a COVID-19 stimulus check during 2020 and now have to figure out how that impacts our federal tax situation. The Stimulus Isn’t An Income The biggest concern most […]

Found A Lost Pet? Here’s What You Have To Do

Found A Lost Pet? Here’s What You Have To Do

It happens all the time. A dog appears in your yard or you find a cat while your out on a walk. Even though the animal isn’t yours, you invite it into your home. At this point, you find yourself in the crossroads of an ethical decision. Do you keep the lost pet or do […]

I Was Caught Using My Cell Phone While Driving. Now What?

I Was Caught Using My Cell Phone While Driving. Now What?

What we do know is that in California, drivers are prohibited from using their cell phone while they are behind the wheel, with a few exceptions. What we do not know is what the consequences are if we are caught doing so. EXCEPTIONS A driver may use their cell phone if they are making an […]

What Appears On Background Checks?

What Appears On Background Checks?

Your skills qualify you for the job you are interviewing for and you hit it off with your interviewer. They tell you that unofficially, you have the job. They just need to do a background check and get the paperwork in order. Once everything clears, you are hired! However, you are worried that your potential […]

Don’t Get Scammed Out Of Your Stimulus Check

Don’t Get Scammed Out Of Your Stimulus Check

As the world practically shuts down in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are now finding themselves stuck at home. For some, this time away from work can be very welcoming. However, for others, not making any money is very stressful. Millions of people across the country have either had their jobs shutdown and […]

What Is Disorderly Conduct In California?

What Is Disorderly Conduct In California?

Disorderly conduct in California isn’t really one specific charge. It’s a blanket term that covers a surprisingly large array and variety of charges. Charges that fall under the category of disorderly conduct in California include: Trespassing Rioting Begging Disturbing the peace Prostitution (both soliciting and engaging) Public intoxication Loitering Invasion of privacy And many more […]

Understanding The Miranda Rights

Understanding The Miranda Rights

The right to remain silent and the right to have a lawyer represent you, are two rights every person has when arrested. These are the Miranda Rights, which the police are required to read to every arrestee. The Miranda Rights are named after Ernesto Miranda, who was arrested in the 1960s and accused of kidnapping, […]