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Domestic Violence and Alimony in California: What Victims and Survivors Need to Know
Domestic violence, often termed the “quiet epidemic,” remains a taboo subject, frequently dismissed as a private family issue. However, its …
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How to Get a Restraining Order in California Against a Spouse or Partner for Domestic Violence
If you’re wondering whether you can get a restraining order against your spouse or partner, let’s start with some important …
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Can You Sue Someone for Emotional Distress?
Can you sue someone for emotional distress? If this is what bothers you, then read this article to get your …
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Understanding Burquet v. Brumbaugh: How California Courts Define Emotional Abuse in Domestic Violence Law?
A recent case has again come down from the Appellate Courts, upholding the broad definition of abuse. In Burquet v. …
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Alleged Abuser Recovered Memory
James, the adoptive father of Kathleen, filed a lawsuit against Kathleen’s therapist, alleging that he was wrongfully accused of sexually …
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Yours, Mine, And Now Ours?
In California, where spouses are concerned, property rights are determined by looking at the basic principle of “Yours, Mine and …
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Your Divorce is Yours
Your Divorce is Yours By Matthew A. Breddan Too many times people come to me and say “I want …
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Your 2019 Super Lawyers!
Reape-Rickett & Breddan is proud to announce Shareholders, James P. Reape, Esq. and Matthew A. Breddan, Esq., Senior Attorney Laurence …
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Best Family Law Firm in Santa Clarita – Divorce, Custody, and Support Experts | Reape-Rickett & Breddan
Thank you, Santa Clarita, for voting Reape-Rickett & Breddan the Best Family Law Firm for the fifth year in a …
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Who Owns the House in a Divorce? California Law, Title Risks & How to Protect Your Rights
In today’s complex real estate and legal landscape, couples are increasingly making critical decisions about homeownership, refinancing, and property titles, …
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When ( And How ) Do I File For Divorce
I believe it is a matter of personal choice when the time has come for one spouse to file a …
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What’s in a Name: Children and Stepparents
The world can be a difficult place for stepparents. On one hand, stepparents so often step into a family in …
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What To Do If The Tax Return Shows A Loss
Last month I wrote about Marriage of Sorge (2012) – CA-and its holding that a fiduciary duty to update material …
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Thinking About Divorce? Key Legal Considerations for Custody, Property, Pets, and Support
Many issues immediately come to mind when the time comes to dissolve your marriage. Some are very obvious, such as …
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What This Case Means to You! Putative Spouse
In California, questions of marriage validity often arise during emotionally and legally complex situations, especially following death or divorce. If …
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