A small estate affidavit can be used after a family member or spouse has passed away to speed up the process of estate resolution. If someone has passed away without a will or trust, and the estate is a small one, a small estate affidavit may come into play. An affidavit can also be used if you were named the executor of a “small estate.”
Sometimes landlord-tenant relations can be complicated, especially when talking about something like evictions, known legally as unlawful detainers. Here’s some general information that may provide some clarification:
In the state of California, a landlord may evict a tenant if they:
1. Fail to pay the rent on time;
2. Break the rental agreement and will not fix the problem (i.e. having pets when no pets are allowed);
3. Damage property and thereby lower the property value;
Bankruptcy can be considered a last resort to solve your money and debt problems. On the positive side though, bankruptcy can protect you and your property by stopping all collection actions by your creditors. On the other hand, it may make be difficult to get a mortgage, acquire credit, buy a car, or even get a job. Filing for bankruptcy will affect your life for the next seven years and beyond, so it is important to know your basics.
The most common forms of bankruptcy are:
The written materials for the Temporary Judge Training are available below.
Even though we try to drive safely, sometimes accidents happen. In fact, thousands of people are injured or killed every year. If you have been in a car accident that caused physical harm or injury, here are some of the next steps to expect. Remember, not all injuries show up right away. If you begin to suffer ill effects from the accident, get in touch with your health care professional as soon as possible.