Island Pacific Supermarket earns great place to work certification
Island Pacific Supermarket is proud to be the first Asian Supermarket chain in the USA to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on…
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[COLUMN] Freedom from debt: When bankruptcy is the best option
Many people find themselves in the position of facing overwhelming debt, with constant calls from creditors and no obvious way out. For some, job loss sent them into a downward…
Fil-Am professor and eDiscovery professional discuss importance of technology in the legal field
ON Wednesday, November 30th, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Filipino Alumnus and Associate Professor Bobby Rimas of the American Legal Systems course at California State University, Los Angeles’ Downtown…
[COLUMN] Employers’ duty to protect employees against harassment from non-employees
Q: I feel I am being harassed at work and my manager is not doing enough to stop it. My manager is calling asking me to come back, but I’m…
[COLUMN] How courts determine child custody in California
One of the most emotional aspects of a marital dissolution case is dealing with child custody issues. Sadly enough, this is an area where most parents play games with each…
[COLUMN] Which debts are discharged in Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
THE Constitution of the United States of America allows bankruptcy to its citizens and residents to allow them to become productive again if they are saddled with accumulated debt. The…
City of San Diego adopts guidelines for Mira Mesa’s future development
Mira Mesa Community Plan update adds capacity for homes, jobs, parkland and improved access to transit SAN DIEGO – Continuing San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria’s vision to build thriving and…
[COLUMN] To people with debt problems – but are afraid of bankruptcy
DO you want to get out of debt but are afraid that filing bankruptcy may only make things worse for you? Facing difficult financial times can be a frightening thing…
[COLUMN] How to obtain custody and visitation rights for unmarried dads
Establishing parentage rights for Moms is a lot easier than establishing one for unmarried Dads. Moms can establish this by simply showing proof of her having given birth to the…
[COLUMN] Employers cannot use immigration status to avoid following employment laws
Q: I WORKED as a caregiver in a nursing home. I complained to my manager that the owner’s husband was sexually harassing me, but she told me I was overreacting…
[COLUMN] When the only way out of debt is bankruptcy
WHEN your financial circumstances are forcing you to declare bankruptcy, this can be one way of dealing with debts that you can no longer manage on your own. Of course,…
[COLUMN] Maximizing recovery in personal injury cases
DEAR Attorney Tan, I was driving home and was at a complete stop when another driver rear ended my car. I was not feeling well after the accident, as my…
[COLUMN] How to obtain custody and visitation rights for unmarried dads
ESTABLISHING parentage rights for Moms is a lot easier than establishing one for unmarried Dads. Moms can establish this by simply showing proof of her having given birth to the…
[COLUMN] New retiree chooses Chapter 7 fresh start to wipe out $45K credit cards
THE client just turned 67 and has been working for 40 years at a job that pays him $70K a year. He retired two months ago so he doesn’t make…
[COLUMN] What type of insurance do you need for your business
Starting a business is no joke. It’s not for everyone. If someone says starting a business is a walk in the park, they are lying to you. From idea to…
[COLUMN] How will your 401k retirement plan be divided in a divorce case?
For most families, their 401K retirement plan from work is the second largest asset an average family holds (second only to their family residence). How is this treated in a…
[COLUMN] Can bankruptcy fix your debt problems?
When debts spiral out of control, bankruptcy can become an invaluable financial recovery tool in getting you back on the right track. While it’s not for everyone, close to a…
[COLUMN] There’s a right time to file for bankruptcy
HOW do I know that there’s a right time for you to file for bankruptcy and I am 100% sure of this? Well, I refer you to the Bible Ecclesiastes…
[COLUMN] How will your 401k retirement plan be divided in a divorce case?
For most families, their 401K retirement plan from work is the second largest asset an average family holds (second only to their family residence). How is this treated in a…
True Light Legal Service Group: Providing a personalized touch to every case
Searching for a law firm for your immigration, business or personal injury case? Look no further than True Light Legal Service Group, a leading law firm that specializes in those practice…
[COLUMN] Caregivers must be paid overtime by Los Angeles County as joint employer
THE State of California, in partnership with various counties throughout the state, administers an In-Home Supportive Services (“IHSS”) program to allow low-income elderly, blind, or disabled individuals to hire a…
City of San Diego recognized as top digital city in the country
San Diego ranked first among major US cities in 2022 Digital Cities Survey by the Center for Digital Government SAN DIEGO – The City of San Diego on Thursday, November…
[COLUMN] Senior seeks Chapter 7 relief for $20K credit cards
THE client is 66. He says he is now old all of a sudden. He migrated here in 2004. He says he has been working hard since he arrived, but…
[COLUMN] Filing bankruptcy again? What you need to know
IF you’ve ever had to file bankruptcy in the past for whatever reason, you probably told yourself that hopefully, you never have to do it again ever. But sometimes you…
[COLUMN] Can I file a divorce in California if my spouse resides outside California?
This is a common question among people contemplating divorce in California when the other spouse does not live in the state. The California Courts has the power to grant a…
[COLUMN] What type of insurance do you need for your business
Starting a business is no joke. It’s not for everyone. If someone says starting a business is a walk in the park, they are lying to you. From idea to…
[COLUMN] Motion for bifurcation, status only dissolution for spouses who want to move on while divorce pending
THE decision to terminate one’s marriage typically brings to the forefront many issues all at once. Issues pertaining to property, support, and child custody need to be addressed in a…
[COLUMN] Should women receive equal pay for equal work?
FOUR female Google employees believed it was unfair that male colleagues with similar qualifications were consistently paid more than them and other female counterparts. This week, the San Francisco Superior…
[COLUMN] Bankruptcy: Chapter 7 or Chapter 13?
IF you’ve made the decision to file bankruptcy to get a fresh financial start, here are some things to consider in choosing between Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Be aware,…
[COLUMN] Do not conceal assets before filing for bankruptcy
WHAT are the things that you should not do before you file for bankruptcy? First on the list of things not to do is do not hide assets. Concealing assets…