When a parent loses custody in California, it might feel as if the entire situation is hopeless. However, it is often possible to remedy the situation that led to the loss of custody and regain custody of your children. The process can be long, so patience,...
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How does substance abuse impact child custody?
When awarding custody, the court often intends to place the child in a loving, caring, and safe home. A parent may love a child very much and wants their California home to be a safe place, but substance abuse issues could make the environment dangerous. Drug or...
How does domestic violence affect child custody cases?
Few things can derail a child custody case in California as quickly as a domestic violence accusation. An accusation doesn't automatically mean that the other parent won't get custody, but if their former spouse has proof that the abuse took place, the judge might...
Differences between restraining orders and no-contact orders
The state of California has multiple laws in place that are aimed to protect victims of domestic abuse. If you've been the victim of a crime, you might need to file a restraining order or a no-contact order. Before you talk to an attorney, it's important to know the...
The role of a forensic psychologist in a child custody case
Going through a divorce in California is hard enough. When the divorcing parties cannot reach an agreement about child custody, the situation can become even more complicated. In the most difficult custody disputes, a forensic psychologist may come in to offer an...
How parents can increase their chances of winning custody
Making a good impression in court can mean the difference between someone winning his or her custody battle and losing the case to his or her former spouse. Accordingly, a parent should take the case seriously and represent him or herself professionally even when not...
How to file for a temporary protection order in California
Someone who's been victimized by violence, stalking or harassment might be able to file a temporary protection order against the perpetrator. A TPO is a court-authorized document that instructs an individual to stay away from the person who requested the order. The...
How Nasdaq is fighting financial crime in California
The company Nasdaq has created an automated investigator on anti-money laundering that tracks financial crime. Nasdaq is committed to combatting financial crime and promoting market integrity. Here’s a review of Nasdaq’s mission on fighting financial crime. What does...