A Primer On California Do Not Resuscitate Orders.
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
The California legislature has given state residents several ways to advise health care providers about their health… more
Avoiding Adverse Effects of Holding California Marital Property In Joint Tenancy
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
Many married couples in California hold their community real property and personal property, such as investments and… more
California’s Wine Labeling Laws
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
California has a regulatory system for California wine labels that is designed to give purchasers a substantial amount… more
Civil Code Section 1719 – California’s Effective Remedy For Bad Checks
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
In 1983 the California Legislature passed Civil Code section 1719 in order to create an effective remedy for persons… more
Dispelling The Myth Of An Unconditional 3-Day Right to Cancel California Contracts
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
In over 37 years as an attorney, I have been surprised by the myths and misunderstandings about contracts that… more
Don’t Get Ground Up By A “Trust Mill”
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
In recent years, Living Trusts have become a popular estate planning option because they permit assets to pass to heirs… more
Good Hands May Not Be Enough – Getting the Most From Insurance
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
Some of the saddest cases that an attorney may handle are those where a client’s home or business is destroyed in a… more
Secret Recordings May Result In Civil And Criminal Penalties in California.
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
One of the more interesting legal issues that arose in connection with the efforts to impeach President Clinton had to… more
The California Wage Claim Process
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
Most persons are not aware that California has a procedure for dealing with claims by employees against employers or… more
When Can A Tenant in California Repair And Deduct?
Written by attorney Michael Fate, about 1 year ago.
Landlords and tenants alike are often unsure of their rights and responsibilities under California law regarding… more
