by Torrence Howell | Oct 24, 2014 | Law Blog
Individuals accused of homicide can no longer claim “gay panic” as a defense for their actions. At the end of September, Governor Jerry Brown signed a new law that finally takes an outdated, prejudicially-based defense option off the books in California. Defendants...
by Torrence Howell | Sep 24, 2014 | Law Blog
Recent high-profile child abuse case revives question as to where to draw the line between discipline and abuse. Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson made headlines and sparked debate when he was arrested on charges of child abuse for allegedly hitting his...
by Torrence Howell | Sep 22, 2014 | Law Blog
Even if you don’t marry, you can still take steps to protect your rights to your children and your assets. According to data recently released by the Census Bureau, the marriage rate in the US is at the lowest it has ever been since 1920. The first-time inclusion of...
by Torrence Howell | Sep 19, 2014 | Law Blog
Learn what factors a judge may consider when deciding to award spousal support in a divorce case. During a marriage, two spouses pool their efforts to maintain their household and care for one another and their children. While having two working spouses is more and...
by Torrence Howell | Aug 8, 2014 | Law Blog
California lawmakers will consider 4 proposals to update the Family Code when they come back from summer recess. There is no denying that the “traditional” family has been drastically redefined in California and in America as a whole. Recently, steps were taken to...
by Torrence Howell | Jul 21, 2014 | Law Blog
Immigrant advocacy groups are suing the US government for not ensuring children facing deportment have legal representation. The right to legal counsel and representation is a cornerstone of American justice. The 6th amendment guarantees this right for federal...
