Filing for bankruptcy does not mean you have to start from scratch. California residents who decide to claim bankruptcy can keep exempt property listed on their choice of one of the state's two property exemption allowance lists: 704 exemptions or 703 exemptions....
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Year: 2021
How does a drug-related conviction affect college financial aid?
Paying for college nowadays often requires some financial acrobatics. After all, the average tuition and fees at public universities in the U.S. have increased by more than 200% in the past two decades. Fortunately, your child may be eligible for government-backed...
Taking a look at drug scheduling
If you are facing charges due to a drug-related offense, it is important to pore over the details of the case, understand your legal options and familiarize yourself with various terms. The penalties for a drug case depend on multiple factors, such as the amount of...
Changes to emotional responses for TBI victims
Victims of traumatic brain injuries in California may experience many changes in their life. Physical limitations, emotional trauma and loss of independence can each have detrimental effects. One of the more common outcomes of TBIs is a change in the way victims...
Laguna Beach man arrested as part of capital riot investigation
It may be only natural for people in California to assume that when law enforcement authorities make an arrest, they only do so after collecting overwhelming evidence as to a suspect's guilt. This assumption may prompt many to offer them the proverbial "benefit of the...
How can you rebuild your credit score?
If you are like most people, you worry about your credit score. If you have to file for bankruptcy, it may feel like you will have a low score going forward. The truth is that no matter the reason for your low score, you can rebuild it. U.S. News explains that how you...
Recent cases of embezzlement impact disparate individuals
Stories about embezzlement cases hit the newspapers with striking regularity every year. The psychological reasons that lead to such cases involve many complex factors. A look at a couple of recent cases shows how this crime continues to impact the lives of many...
Legal consequences for California DUI
Charges of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can result in serious legal consequences in California. The state has established minimum sentences that include license suspension, fines and even jail time. DUI charges apply to drivers arrested with blood...
Legal and illegal use of marijuana in California
Just because California legislation legalized marijuana in 2016 and opened up the market in 2018 does not mean laws or punishment for the drug went away. Even though adults over 21 can purchase and consume marijuana, there are still caveats to its use. Knowing the ins...
How do federal and state laws compare for drug charges?
Federal and state laws do not always align. This is especially true when it comes to drug laws. Federal laws tend to be much stricter when it comes to drugs than state laws. The best example currently is the difference between federal laws on marijuana and state laws...