Real Estate & Business Attorneys
A resident returns from work and finds that a smart lock rejects the usual code. The owner meant to adjust an app setting, yet the error leaves the resident outside and creates a serious legal concern. For landlords, smart locks, cameras and automated systems can make...
Running an Airbnb or short-term rental in Los Angeles can be a successful investment strategy. But the city has very strict rules for property owners. Missing just one small regulation can quickly turn your profits into huge fines or angry neighbor complaints. It may...
In neighborhoods like Malibu, the Hollywood Hills and Santa Monica, a panoramic view can add hundreds of thousands of dollars to your property value. Across Los Angeles County, California, disputes over blocked views have become increasingly common as property owners...
Should I use the AIR CRE Commercial Leasing form of the CAR Commercial Leasing form? The lawyer answer is that they are similar but different! Most of the time the AIR form should be used, but both have pros and cons for landlords and tenants. See this attached...
There are several legal doctrines to examine to determine if a commercial tenant’s lease obligations are excused. The start is Civil Code §1511 and Civil Code §1514 This post examines the doctrine of “frustration of purpose” which is close to the related...
Saleen cars look awesome! Too bad the one in this case (not as pictured) only drove for 50 miles than died. Civil Code §1717 has a mutuality component. The defendant was added as an alter ego of a debtor under a Riverside Superior Court judgment, but was found to...
I see this case more as a discovery matter and a lesson for lawyers and clients not to lie. But it also stands for malicious prosecution, a favorable termination requires more than a dismissal of the underlying action. The person wrongfully sued who has prevailed...
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Los Angeles County now accepts online notarization. LA County Recorder Accepts Electronic Notarization Essentially you Facetime the notary, provide your ID and they email you the notarization certificate and document notarized. It is the absolute best way to...
LOS ANGELES (Updated April 24): “All civil trials scheduled to begin for the period March 17 through June 17 have been or will be continued by General Order. Because civil jury and non-jury trials are not included in the enumerated time-sensitive essential functions...