When persons share a child in common, it is important to setup a child support agreement. Conflict related to child support and children’s expenses frequently arise when there is not a defined agreement in effect. To reduce the chance of conflict and to ensure that you have a legal and complete agreement, contact Tierney Law […]
When determining the best interests of a child in the court of law, child support is often a very large factor. Whether receiving or paying child support it is important for the amount to not only be adequate but also fair. To ensure both of these things occur it is essential to enlist the help […]
The Role Social Media Plays In a Divorce If you are in the midst of a divorce, many thoughts will be racing through your mind. For many people, going on social media sites is a great way to communicate with family and friends. However, if you are going through a divorce, this may not be […]
Is It Ever Too Late To Create A Prenuptial Agreement? For many couples that plan to marry, a prenuptial agreement is a way to make sure they have their financial interests protected should the marriage end in divorce. While this can be a delicate topic to discuss with your soon-to-be spouse, it can be an […]
How do Prenups Work in California? Just like other states, California has its own set of rules regarding prenuptial agreements. Also simply known as a prenup, this is a legal document that two people sign before they get married. Essentially, it determines what a spouse is entitled to and what happens with the couple’s debts […]
On October 8, 2019 Governor Gavin Newsom signed a statewide rent control bill, AB-1482 – Tenant Protection Act of 2019, creating stricter limitations on landlords in an effort to further protect California tenants. These changes can be confusing, but there here are the main components you need to understand regarding AB-1482 and what it means […]
As anyone who’s gone through a divorce can tell you, the process is rarely easy. Tensions run high, and couples often make poor decisions in the heat of the moment. Given the mountain of financial, practical and emotional details that have to be sorted, it’s not surprising so many couples wind up making critical mistakes […]
Unlawful Detainer Stay of Execution Due to Hardship In California, a landlord who wins an eviction case (unlawful detainer) and receives a judgment for possession of the property must act immediately to enforce the judgment by obtaining a Writ of Possession. Depending on county sheriff processing times, the time from obtaining a judgment for possession […]
This article discusses Property Owners and Liability for Injuries Not on Their Property. All owners of real estate in California are at risk for being liable for injuries that occur on their premises or property. When an owner has possession or control of the property, and it can be established they had knowledge of a […]
The potential tax trouble for a divorcing woman primarily lies in filing a joint return with your husband. It’s could be dangerous financially, because if it should come to light later that taxes have been underpaid, it won’t matter to the IRS which of you was responsible. If the return was filed jointly, the government […]
