For decades, survivors of sexual assault have experienced a second trauma after their assault. It’s this additional harrowing experience that drives many survivors into hiding as they hesitate to bring their complaint forward. When those brave enou…
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For years, many survivors were told their time to take legal action had simply run out. A missed deadline should not decide whether someone gets justice. That reality is changing with California’s Assembly Bill 250. For survivors and those question…
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Sexual assault does not happen in a vacuum. What happened to you should not have been possible in the first place. Institutions are expected to create safe spaces, enforce policies, and respond when something goes wrong. When they do not, the consequ…
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Modern abuse does not always leave visible marks. That does not make it any less real. The devices you rely on every day can be turned against you. Technology in domestic abuse gives abusers new ways to monitor, threaten, and interfere with your life…
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You know something feels off at work. You can’t quite put a name to it, though. The reality is that it could be discrimination. California law identifies numerous types of discrimination in the workplace, and not all of them involve obvious slurs o…
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Access to justice should never depend on luck, timing, or knowing the right person to call. For survivors of sexual assault and harassment, access to knowledgeable legal guidance can be essential to understanding available options and next steps. ADZ…
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Divorce raises many questions, many of which center on the uncertainty of your financial future. One of the most common questions is, how long does spousal support last? California uses a structured formula to calculate duration, with the underlying…
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If you’re a victim of domestic violence, it’s important to obtain the relief you need to be free from harm. Notably, there are crucial legal remedies that may be available to you under California’s Domestic Violence Prevention Act (DVPA). The A…
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When creating a parenting plan in California, the best interests of the child are first and foremost. Although every parent wants what is best for their child, it can sometimes be difficult for parents to reach an agreement concerning child custody a…
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Sexual harassment and sexual assault are often confused. While there can be overlap between sexual harassment vs. sexual assault, it’s crucial to be able to distinguish between these types of harm. While sexual harassment typically refers to unwant…
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