Law Insights & Legal Guidance
Bigamy and Polygamy in California
Bigamy and polygamy are both forms of marriage involving multiple spouses. Bigamy involves marrying a second person while still being married to someone else. Polygamy involves marrying multiple spouses and can take the form of polyandry or polygyny.
Family Courts in Orange County, California.
In Orange County, the Lamoreaux Justice Center is the primary court where family law cases are heard. However, some cases may also be heard at the Central Justice Center and the Harbor Justice Center.
Domestic Partnerships in California
A domestic partnership is a legal relationship between two individuals who are not married but live together and share an intimate and committed relationship.
Understanding Timeshare and Custody in California Family Law
Timeshare refers to the amount of time each parent has physical custody of their child, expressed as a percentage of the total time the child spends with both parents.
Dunning-Kruger Effect in Family Law
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias that describes how individuals who have limited knowledge or ability in a particular subject or skill tend to overestimate their competence and expertise in that area. In the context of family law, the Dunning-Kruger effect can manifest in various ways. For example, a person who has little understanding…
What is the difference between UCCJEA and UIFSA?
The UCCJEA provides guidelines for determining which state has jurisdiction over child custody cases when the parents live in different states or when a child has been taken across state lines. The UIFSA deals with issues related to child support when the parents live in different states.
177 Sanctions
A 177 sanction is a monetary penalty of up to $1,500 imposed under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 177.5 for violating a court order without good cause. Learn how these sanctions apply in California family law cases.