Monthly Archives: August 2020

What to do When the Police Ask for Camera Footage?

What to do When the Police Ask for Camera Footage?

O ver the past 10 or 15 years, cameras have become a major part of our daily lives. They’re on our phones, in our homes, built into doorbells, and even mounted on the dashboards of our cars. We usually don’t give them a second thought until the police request the footage. That’s when we suddenly […]

Can You Force Your Employees to Work During a Government Ordered Lockdown?

Can You Force Your Employees to Work During a Government Ordered Lockdown?

The Lock down has created some big legal questions that no one really considered prior to the pandemic hitting the United States in March. One of the questions both employers and employees are asking is if employees can be required to work during the government ordered lock down. The answer isn’t as straight forward as […]

California Yellow Traffic Light Laws

California Yellow Traffic Light Laws

W hen you see a flashing yellow traffic light it means you have the right of way, but that you should stay alert and use caution while going through an intersection. A solid yellow light means that the light is about to change to red and you should plan on stopping. That’s the idea but […]

Can My Business Stay Open During A Shutdown Order?

Can My Business Stay Open During A Shutdown Order

T he pandemic has done more than simply worry that we’re dying each time we cough. It has also triggered some pretty intense discussions about how much power the government has when it comes to shutting down your business. Most business owners never imagined that a day would come when the Governor would see what […]

Found a Lost Pet? Here’s What you Have to Do

Found a Lost Pet? Here’s What you Have to Do

I t happens all the time. A dog appears in your yard or you find a cat while your out on a walk. Even though the animal isn’t yours, you invite it into your home. At this point, you find yourself in the crossroads of an ethical decision. Do you keep the lost pet or […]

Legal Aspects of Owning and Carrying a Knife in California

Understanding Assault with a Deadly Weapon

S ome states have incredibly strict laws when it comes to carrying knives. California isn’t one of them. The state actually has a surprisingly permissive attitude when it comes to both open carry and concealed knives. The general rule of thumb is that yes, you’re free to carry a knife while you’re out and about. […]

California’s Video Taping Laws

California’s Video Taping Laws

T here was a time when no one worried about what would happen if they videotaped someone. Prior to cell phone cameras, it was nearly impossible for the average person to videotape someone without the person being taped knowing about it. Now that everyone has a video camera on their cell phone, many people have […]

California’s Attitude Toward Vandalism

California-Attitude-Toward-Vandalism

V andalism is often an act of passion. Most of us are angry or hurt. We want to strike back at the person we believe treated us badly. We might choose to do this by smashing their mailbox, spray painting a crude message on the side of their house, or slashing their tires. Normally, we […]

Falling Asleep Behind the Wheel in California

Distracted Driving in 2021

W e’ve all done it, gotten behind the wheel and driven when we were tired. Most of the time rolling down the window, cranking up the radio, and indulging in a massive amount of caffeine is enough to get us safely where we need to be. The problem is that some people don’t make it […]

Legal Responsibilities of Witnessing a Crime in California

Elder Abuse in California

A s you were walking your dog, you witnessed a hit and run. No one was hurt, but the fleeing car did do quite a bit of property damage. Suddenly you’re in the middle of a moral dilemma. Should you report the crime or should you pretend it didn’t happen and simply go home. While […]