Narcissistic personality disorder — one of several types of personality disorders — is a mental condition in which people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships, and a lack of empathy for others. … [Read more...]
Does bad behavior matter in a California no-fault divorce?
California is a no-fault divorce state, which, broadly speaking, means allegations of fault are “improper and inadmissible”. (California Family Code Section 2335) When a party files a Petition for Legal Separation, Dissolution of Marriage or Dissolution of a Domestic … [Read more...]
Should a Trust fund beneficiary’s net disposable income be used to calculate child support?
In a client's California divorce, a trust fund beneficiary's attorney argued that, for purposes of calculating child support, the beneficiary's income available for support should only include his net disposable income and not the tens of millions of dollars held in trust for his … [Read more...]
Are gifts or inheritance separate property in California?
You received a significant gift or inheritance while married and living in California post-1975. Now you want to know, is the gift or inheritance separate property under California law? Property acquired during marriage by gift, will, or inheritance is separate property. … [Read more...]
What are physical and legal custody in California?
If you're separating or getting divorced with kids, you'll need to understand and establish physical and legal custody in California. Here is an introduction to need-to-know terminology and concepts. The first important concept to understand is that custody is split in two … [Read more...]
