NCBA Law Practice Management Blog

MAY 24, 2020

Lawyers tend to manage in place. They oversee staff by walking around the office, to randomly check in on people, like Lumberg from ‘Office Space’. They can also be vicious micromanagers. It’s understandable to an extent, of course; if someone in the office screws up in a major way, it’s the attorney’s license that’s on the line. I get it. But, there is a better way; and, a way that is becoming increasingly necessary for law firms.

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MAY 28, 2020

COVID19 Eviction Rules and Limitations: The novel Coronavirus has impacted California Real Estate in a major way. As millions of people have lost their jobs and their income, the government has stepped in to enforce rules and limitations on evictions. Our best advice for landlords at this time is to contact your mortgage lender to verify if there are any programs that may be available to you, if your renter is not paying their rent.

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A People's Choice

MAY 24, 2020

If you have won a civil lawsuit and are owed money or property as ordered by the court, you are responsible for collecting judgment from the debtor. However, this collection is not always easy, and may involve an appeal, a renewal, and potentially further legal action. Luckily, there are laws and legal protections in place to help you get what is rightfully yours.

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Vanguard

MAY 26, 2020

Friday, May 22, 2020. After a record-setting decade, the number of private equity firms buying companies has slowe d. . According to data f r om Dealogic , M&A volume in the U.S. plummeted a jaw-dropping 50.2 percent compared to the same period last year. W orldwide, there was a 35.5 percent decrease in M&A volume and 16.3 percent drop in revenue. .

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CaseFleet

MAY 28, 2020

It’s safe to say electronic evidence—text messages, digital photos, cloud storage, and the internet of things—will be involved in every new case you have. As a result, it’s important you prepare to produce and request electronic evidence from the start of your case.

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A People's Choice

MAY 26, 2020

Probating an estate is complicated to begin with - but what happens when the original will has been lost or destroyed? Probating a lost will requires proving that the testator did not intend to revoke the will. Luckily, A People's Choice can help you complete and file the proper documentation for probating a lost or destroyed will. Read on to learn more.

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Vanguard

MAY 29, 2020

Friday, May 29, 2020. With an estimated 85 percent of the U.S. salad crop sprouting from California’s Salinas Valley, it’s small wonder why the people who harvest it are deemed essential workers by the federal government. . With those workers often subject to thankless , back-breaking and low-wage labor under a blazing sun, growers have long look ed south of the border or even across the Pacific to fill the ir seasonal needs.

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The Researching Paralegal

MAY 28, 2020

Coronavirus isn’t the Only Infection to Worry About Right Now, by Lance Caughfield, Appellate Advocacy Blog. [link]. Mr. Caughfield reports that the Texas Office of Court Administration was attacked by ransomware in May. According to Mr. Caughfield, Texas refused to pay the ransom and shut down their systems. They are doing their best to work around the problem.

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A People's Choice

MAY 27, 2020

Collecting child support arrears, or child support owed to you, is often a complicated and lengthy process. Thankfully, you have several options available to help you. For example, the Department of Child Support Services is available in the state of California. However, for a faster option, consider working with a registered legal document assistant like A People's Choice.

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A People's Choice

MAY 26, 2020

If you decide to represent yourself in a legal matter, you will be required to understand and follow court rules and the law. However, using the services of a legal document assistant's office such as A People's Choice offers an easier way to handle your own legal proceedings without having to hire an attorney. To read the complete article, please click on the link “Do I Need a Lawyer?

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A People's Choice

MAY 27, 2020

Raising a child is expensive, and doing so on your own is often not financially feasible. Therefore, many single parents must establish a paternity and child support order in California. While this process is complicated and involves many steps, you do not necessarily need to hire an attorney to complete it. Contact A People's Choice today to learn more.

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A People's Choice

MAY 25, 2020

If there have been considerable changes in circumstances since the date of your spousal support order, you may be eligible for modification. For example, imprisonment or loss of employment are both legitimate reasons to request a California spousal support modification order. If you've experienced a change in circumstance and need to modify your spousal support, here are the steps you should take to do so.

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A People's Choice

MAY 25, 2020

Registering a copyright is not complicated enough to require a lawyer, but it is easier to have a professional prepare your copyright application. Instead of hiring a lawyer, choose a California legal document assistant to help guide you through the copyright basics. To read the complete article, please click on the link Copyright Basics for Creative Minds This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Documents - Without the Lawyers.

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MAY 25, 2020

Did you know that the book 50 Shades of Grey started out as a fan-fiction about the characters from the Twilight series? If you have read books from both series, you probably noticed that they have little in common. That is because of copyright. Copyright is the right not to have others copy your creative works without your permission. I f you think there is a risk that others will try to take credit for your original work, you should register the copyright.

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A People's Choice

MAY 25, 2020

A copyright is a legal certification that a certain person or company owns a creative work. No one is allowed to distribute or reproduce the work without the copyright owner’s permission. If you create a written text or one of the other kinds of works eligible for copyright, you are its owner even if you do not formally register a copyright for it with the U.S.

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A People's Choice

MAY 29, 2020

Divorce affects every child differently. However, children with divorced parents oftentimes experience negative effects of the divorce. These negative effects may be manifested in poor social-emotional development or academic performance. Luckily, there are some positive effects of divorce on children. Read on to learn more. To read the complete article, please click on the link How Divorce Affects Children: The Good and The Bad This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Document

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A People's Choice

MAY 29, 2020

If you need to make changes to your living trust, you can either amend the original document or create a new document with a California trust restatement. Read on to learn more about when a restatement is advised, and the benefits of restating a living trust. Then, be sure to contact A People's Choice to learn how we can help. To read the complete article, please click on the link What is a California Trust Restatement?

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MAY 28, 2020

Learn how to evict a tenant in California and avoid unnecessary delays in the court process. While A People's Choice no longer offers legal document assistance for eviction or unlawful detainer court proceedings, we've provided a detailed guide for landlords looking to evict a tenant. From serving the preliminary notice to filing a civil lawsuit, going to trial, and scheduling a move out by the sheriff, we've covered it all here.

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A People's Choice

MAY 24, 2020

Electing an advance healthcare directive agent is an important estate planning step all older adults should be taking. However, how do you know who to choose and what they'll be doing? In this article we discuss the actions advance healthcare directive agents can take, and the qualifications you should consider before electing them. To read the complete article, please click on the link Choosing an Advance Healthcare Directive Agent This post appeared first on A People's Choice - Legal Docu

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