DO-IT-YOURSELF
DIVORCE For California
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON WILLS
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
PREVENTION
GUIDELINE
This guideline was written by a California attorney, but the basic legal principles
exist in other states too. Know your rights!
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Did you know that you have a
CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT
to declare
BANKRUPTCY?
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JUSTICE ON THE STREET:
Traffic Tickets, the Vehicle Code
and YOU
Have you ever wondered about the validity of the laws that empower police to
pull you over and accuse you of crimes? If you have, you are not alone! This
article covers the basic laws controlling public use of highways, and the legal principles
involved.
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VICTIM OF FOOD POISONING?
You don't have to suffer through food poisoning. You do have a legal right to
recover damages when someone sells you food that is, in fact, poison. Find out how, free.
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The Component Parts of the Average Lawsuit
All lawsuits are the same, criminal and civil. The only difference is the burden of proof.
Learn about the COMPLAINT, the SUMMONS, and the all-important PROOF OF SERVICE.
The whole chronology of the average lawsuit is spelled out in language for the layman.
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THE LAW AND SERVICE OF PROCESS
Want to know the specifics on legal service? Every lawsuit is totally dependent
on the service of process, and without a valid service, the lawsuit can go nowhere.
The principles of justice require that a defendant have notice of any legal
action pending against him or her, and this article covers the basics of legal service.
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STATUTES OF LIMITATIONS
Statutes of Limitations specify the cut-off dates for particular types of legal actions.
A person who suffers damages has only so much time to file a lawsuit; sometimes lawyers
file papers on behalf of a client, knowing they will recommend that no action be taken, to eat
up the retainer fee, but also to cover himself, because if the statute of limitations expires due
to the negligence of legal counsel, that is what is called legal malpractice.
The reason statutes of limitations evolved was because it was difficult to conduct
business if legal actions could take place years or generations after a violation took place.
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Temporary Restraining Orders
Are you in fear for your personal safety, or the safety of your family members?
The legal remedy is a RESTRAINING ORDER. Anyone can apply for Temporary Restraining Order (TRO),
who has reason to believe that they are in danger. Find out the basics involved in
applying for police protection, and make the system work for you.
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The Right to a Wage
Individuals who work for someone who promises to pay them, who are then not paid,
are the victims of a serious crime. There are remedies for this kind of injustice.
THE RIGHT TO A WAGE
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NOLO PRESS
Nolo Press in Berkeley, CA is one of the founding forces of the paralegal profession
today. They provide reliable help for individuals who want to do their own divorces,
and many other legal actions. The main publications used by the Justice Center are published
by Nolo Press.
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LEGAL INFORMATION
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THE JUSTICE CENTER is an expert form preparation service, staffed by non-lawyer
paralegals. As a non-profit community service, we offer qualified help to individuals in preparing
their own paperwork, with over 20 years of experience. We assist individuals in informing
themselves regarding their legal rights. Our services are all 100% unconditionally guaranteed.
DISCLAIMER: The Justice Center does not give legal advice. This pamphlet is provided free of
charge, as a public service for general informational purposes only. No warranty is made or
implied. Persons with questions of law are encouraged to seek the advice of an attorney.
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THE JUSTICE CENTER
(949) 240-8472
"Everyone Deserves Justice"
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