California

Nursing License with a Criminal Record — How Will it Be Affected in California?Watch this video on YouTube The California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) can discipline nurses convicted of certain criminal offenses. These include either misdemeanor or felony offenses that are “substantially related” to the qualifications and duties of a registered nurse (such as …

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) lawsuits are claims for compensation by children diagnosed with fatty liver disease and/or type 2 diabetes after regularly consuming UPFs. We allege that the food manufacturers knowingly designed these foods to be addictive and marketed them to children. Shouse Law Group represents UPF victims throughout the United States. Our lawyers are demanding that …

GLP-1 RA lawsuits are claims for compensation by patients diagnosed with gastroparesis (stomach paralysis or “frozen stomach”) after taking the semaglutides Ozempic, Wegovy, or Rybelsus. We allege that the manufacturer, Novo Nordisk, failed to warn doctors and patients that the semaglutides can cause gastroparesis. Shouse Law Group represents GLP-1 RA victims throughout the United States. …

Depo-Provera lawsuits are claims for compensation by patients diagnosed with meningioma after taking the hormonal birth control injection. We allege that the manufacturer, Pfizer, failed to warn doctors and patients that the drug could cause brain tumors. Shouse Law Group represents Depo-Provera victims throughout the United States. Our lawyers are demanding that the company compensate our …

Arrested for Rioting? — Harvard Lawyer: "Rioting" vs "Freedom of Assembly"Watch this video on YouTube Penal Code § 404 PC is the California statute that defines the crime of rioting or participating in a riot. This occurs when two (2) or more people acting together do any of the following without authority of law: Use …

Penal Codes 407 & 408 — The crime of unlawful assembly in CaliforniaWatch this video on YouTube Penal Code 408 PC is the California statute that makes it a crime for a person to participate in an unlawful assembly. This means for two or more people to gather together to do something illegal, or to …

Are all "Fireworks" illegal in California? A former District Attorney explains the lawWatch this video on YouTube California fireworks laws divide fireworks into two categories: dangerous fireworks and “safe and sane” fireworks. Dangerous fireworks are always unlawful except for use by a licensed operator. Safe and sane fireworks can be sold by licensed retailers from …

In California, parents can be held liable for damages caused by their children under the age of 18 in four general circumstances: When the child engages in willful misconduct that results in injury, regardless of whether the parent knew the child was dangerous;1 When the child’s driving causes an accident (Vehicle Code 17707); When the …

Pedestrian Knockdown Accidents — 3 Situations When It's NOT the Driver's FaultWatch this video on YouTube Pedestrians hit by a car in California can sue the driver for negligence to cover their medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If the pedestrian dies, their family can sue the driver for wrongful death to recover …

Business and commercial disparagement (also referred to as trade libel) is a civil cause of action under California tort law. The law states that businesses may sue people or other business entities for making false, negative, and malicious statements about the business that cause financial harm. Examples of business disparagement are when: A customer publishes false and …

Broken stairs and defective handrails can cause slip-and-fall accidents. In California, the property owner may be liable for your damages when you are injured in a broken stairway accident. You can file a personal injury lawsuit to recover compensation for: Medical bills, Lost wages, Lost earnings, and Pain and suffering. A homeowner’s or renter’s insurance …

Under California law, a non-delegable duty is an obligation that cannot be outsourced to another party by contract. This prevents a party from contracting out of an obligation or duty of care that belongs to that party by law. The law creates non-delegable duties: to ensure that when negligence occurs, and a party is harmed by that …

In California, private nuisance occurs when someone engages in disruptive behavior that obstructs or interferes with the use and enjoyment of your property. These cases generally involve a person who engages in offensive, loud or harmful activities that disturb or vex a neighbor or nearby occupant. Examples of a public nuisance may involve a neighbor …

How to File a Lawsuit for Unpaid WagesWatch this video on YouTube In California, an unpaid wage claim is a legal action brought by a worker to recover wages that an employer owes but has failed to pay. This action can be brought as a wage claim with the California Division of Labor Standards Enforcement, a wage claim with …

California Felony Sentencing Guidelines "How does the process work?" – Top Defense Attorney ExplainsWatch this video on YouTube Under the California felony sentencing guidelines, felony penalties can include: felony (or formal) probation, a term of at least 1 year in state prison, or at least 16 months in county jail (only for felonies that are …

Extradition in California: How Does It Work?Watch this video on YouTube In California, extradition is the process of transferring fugitives from the state where they are now (called the “asylum state”) back to the state where they allegedly broke the law (called the “home state” or “demanding state.”) California typically pursues extradition of alleged fugitives …

California’s pretrial release laws have evolved in recent years. In 2018 there was a strong push to eliminate cash bail entirely through Senate Bill 10 (SB 10). However, this was rejected by voters in 2020 via Proposition 25. As a result, cash bail remains a part of California’s pretrial release system. Just the following year, …

Former Cop: Never consent for police to search your carWatch this video on YouTube In California, police are allowed to search your vehicle without a warrant if they: have your consent or have probable cause to believe it contains evidence of a crime or are conducting a search incident to a lawful arrest or detainment …

Mental Health Diversion in California — 1001.36 PC "How Does it Work?"Watch this video on YouTube If you are charged with a crime in California, you may be able to avoid prosecution and jail by doing a mental health diversion program under Penal Code 1001.36. Then if you complete treatment, your criminal charges will be dismissed. …

Playlist: Bench WarrantsWatch this playlist on YouTube California judges issue bench warrants when you fail to appear in court or disobey other court orders. Bench warrants (also called “body attachments“) authorize police officers to arrest you and bring you before the court to answer for your noncompliance. Here are four key things to know: You …

California Penal Code § 1203.2 PC permits police or probation officers to arrest you if there is probable cause that you violated your probation. Common probation violations include: failing a drug test, no-showing at court or counseling, or picking up another criminal case. After your arrest, you are entitled to a probation revocation hearing. If …

Asset forfeiture in California: When can the government seize my property?Watch this video on YouTube California asset forfeiture laws allow the government to seize (and sometimes keep) your property when there is evidence that the property was either used in the commission of a crime, or obtained by way of criminal activity. Most types of property can …