It is common for homeowners associations to have rules about the proper upkeep of property that homeowners must follow. However, because of the Davis-Stirling Act, HOAs may not be able to legally enforce some of these rules during a drought emergency. Which common HOA rules are impacted? The Davis-Stirling Act Civil code section 4735 of […]

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The answer to the question of which injuries qualify as catastrophic may depend upon whom you ask. For instance, Section 3796b of Title 42 of the U.S. Code, the title dealing with public health and welfare, defines a catastrophic injury as one with consequences that “permanently prevent an individual from performing any gainful work.” On the other […]

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As you begin the divorce process, you may wonder what you can do to keep from feeling too stressed during this time of intense change in your life. Mediation allows both parties involved in a divorce to talk in private sessions, which can help you in multiple ways. Changes how you communicate According to Psychology […]

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