California’s New Listing Photo Law: What Real Estate Agents Should Know

California’s New Listing Photo Law: What Real Estate Agents Should Know

Being catfished by photos is disappointing to say the least. The time and energy and space in your head that you’ve invested into a property — imagining yourself there, calculating the lifestyle... Read more »
San Jose Police Sergeant Shot During Carjacking Incident: What California Families Should Know About Law Enforcement Injury Cases and Estate Planning

San Jose Police Sergeant Shot During Carjacking Incident: What California Families Should Know About Law Enforcement Injury Cases and Estate Planning

Source: KSBW News Coverage ## For California Residents: Understanding Legal Protections When Tragedy Strikes Law Enforcement Families If you’re a California resident with family members in law enforcement—or if you’re managing assets... Read more »
Jack Smith Testimony: What California Families Should Know About Presidential Accountability and the Rule of Law

Jack Smith Testimony: What California Families Should Know About Presidential Accountability and the Rule of Law

For California residents concerned about protecting their family’s legacy and navigating complex legal systems, recent developments in federal law enforcement offer important lessons about accountability, transparency, and the importance of proper legal... Read more »
Can you bury a relative in your backyard? Here’s what California law says

Can you bury a relative in your backyard? Here’s what California law says

Want to keep a loved one close even after they have passed? Well, have you considered burying them in your own backyard? A woman on Tiktok recently went viral for burying her... Read more »

Utah Proposes Law To Encourage Starter Home Construction

Utah lawmakers will consider legislation aimed at easing the construction of new starter homes. Last week, state lawmakers introduced House Bill 184, which would create a process to allow people to request... Read more »

What Happens When Social Media Influencers Break the Law Abroad? Lessons from the Vitaly Deportation Case

If you or a loved one is a California resident planning international travel—especially for business, content creation, or extended stays—understanding the legal consequences of actions abroad is critical. The recent deportation of... Read more »
California’s New Guardianship Law: What Parents Need to Know About AB 495

California’s New Guardianship Law: What Parents Need to Know About AB 495

If you’re a parent in California who worries about what would happen to your children if you were suddenly unable to care for them—due to military deployment, serious illness, or an immigration... Read more »
California Probate Law Changes 2026: What Executors and Personal Representatives Must Know About New Notice Requirements

California Probate Law Changes 2026: What Executors and Personal Representatives Must Know About New Notice Requirements

If you’ve been named as an executor or personal representative in California, you’re facing new legal obligations starting January 1, 2026. Understanding these changes is critical to avoid personal liability and fulfill... Read more »
OC Law Firm Callahan & Blaine Leave Santa Ana for Irvine

OC Law Firm Callahan & Blaine Leave Santa Ana for Irvine

An Orange County-based law office is relocating its headquarters from Santa Ana to Irvine.  Trial and litigation firm Callahan & Blaine is moving to the top two floors of Newport Gateway, a... Read more »
Do Bank Accounts With Beneficiaries Have to Go Through Probate?| Keystone Law

Do Bank Accounts With Beneficiaries Have to Go Through Probate?| Keystone Law

Yes, bank accounts are generally considered intangible personal property in a will, as personal property includes all assets that are not real estate. However, bank accounts with beneficiaries usually bypass the will... Read more »