Sexual Assault Of Minors In Rural Santa Barbara

They may not make the national news too frequently, but minors in rural areas are sexually assaulted – very often. Federal and state legislatures have enacted laws designed to protect minors from registered sex offenders. Adopted in 1996, Megan’s Law created a...

Your Social Media Profiles Could Be Fair Game In Custody Battles

A Westchester judge has allowed a dad to use his wife’s Facebook profile as a weapon in their custody battle, a groundbreaking ruling that could alter the way New York couples fight it out in court. Anthony DiMartino, 54, claims a review of his estranged wife’s...

Anatomy Of A DUI Investigation

Driving Under The Influence (DUI) violations are taken very seriously in court. This presentation outline includes the range of charges, the definition of “under the influence”, explanations regarding blood alcohol levels and more. This article is not...

Sanford Horowitz to Speak on Identity Theft at the Wine, Women & Wealth Seminar

Identity theft has become the fastest-growing white-collar crime in America. With your name, social security number and date of birth, a thief can apply for everything from a credit card or a bank loan to even an insurance policy. In a seminar focused on serving women...

Protecting Against Identity Theft

Identity theft is prevalent and getting more and more so in our fast-paced, Internet-connected world. What exactly is identity theft? What laws are used to prosecute identity theft? What should you do if you are a victim of identity theft? How can you protect yourself...

The Whirlwind of Cyber Bullying

The power of technology nowadays is undeniable. From using Yelp to quickly find a new restaurant in your area to posting pictures of your latest vacation, technology seems to know no limits. Unfortunately, the rise of technology has also led to extreme consequences,...

Business Succession Plans: An Important Part of Estate Planning

The sad fact is, most small businesses do not survive the transition to the second generation when the first generation passes. Small business owners should include business succession plans in their overall estate plan, or the business will become part of the...

Injured? Processing Insurance Claims? Some Tips

If you’ve been in an accident and you are in the process of working through your insurance claims, a little knowledge goes a long way. Insurance companies are there for a reason, but they are not really your friend, even if the agent wants it to seem that way. I...

California Child Custody Laws

Divorce happens, and children are often involved in the process. For parents that are going to file for divorce, the children will be the most important variable to carefully consider. Who will the children live with? How close to both parents will they be? What...

Sexting- Is It A Crime?

In its various forms, “sexting” is the transmission of nude images or suggestive material via text messages. Such transmission can be textual or image-based and typically occurs via cell phones, smart phones, computers, etc. However, it is typically the...

The Investigation and Prosecution of Hate Crimes

Hate crimes are crimes motivated by racial, sexual, or other prejudice, typically involving violence. Some gang cases can be charged as hate crimes, and speech alone may be the basis for hate crimes. Under certain circumstances, misdemeanors can sometimes be elevated...

What Exactly Is Identity Theft?

IDENTITY THEFT OCCURS WHEN SOMEONE REPRESENTS THAT HE/SHE IS YOU BY USING YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION AND DOES SO FOR EITHER FRAUDULENT OR OTHER UNLAWFUL, IMPROPER PURPOSES. Identity theft can occur when someone uses your personal information to open a “new account,”...

Internet Tips For Parents

What can you do as parents to help protect your child online? Parents need to educate themselves and become comfortable with the Internet. Communicate the dangers and risks of being online with your children. Supervise your children on the Internet just as you would...

Do You Have A Criminal Or Civil Case?

The American legal system is comprised of two very different types of cases, civil and criminal. Crimes are generally offenses against the state, and are accordingly prosecuted by the state. Civil cases on the other hand, are typically disputes between individuals...

Wrongly Accused Of A Sex Crime?

Like all criminal cases, the burden of proof for a sex crime is on the government. No matter the circumstances or the persons involved, was the crime committed “beyond a reasonable doubt?” If you, a family member or loved one has been accused of a sex...

A Introduction To California Courts

For the inexperienced, court systems are intimidating and difficult to understand. Whether you are involved in a criminal or a civil matter, knowing more about the court system in California is settling and a great confidence-builder. The more you know, the easier it...

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