Good Easements Make Good Neighbors
- by M. Laurie Murphy
A squabble between neighbors over an easement for a driveway has been in and out of Napa County courts for a quarter of a century and, thanks to a recent decision by the California Court of Appeal, is headed back for yet another hearing.
‘Close Enough’ Doesn’t Always Work In A Lawsuit
- by M. Laurie Murphy
You shouldn't have to have a law degree to understand that, if you are going to file a lawsuit, you need to sue the right person – especially if you are seeking $300 million and punitive damages.
Year-End Tax Planning for 2017
- by Valensi Rose, PLC
As the end of the year approaches, it is a good time to think about moves that will help lower your tax bill for this year and possibly the next.
2017 Year-End Tax Planning Moves for Individuals
- by Valensi Rose, PLC
Your year-end activities probably include getting together with family and friends. Perhaps less enjoyably, it should also be a time to consider some steps you may be able to take to lower the tax bill on your 2017 income.
2017 Year-End Tax-Planning Moves for Businesses and Business Owners
- by Valensi Rose, PLC
There is still time for you to take steps that may reduce the 2017 income tax bill for your business.
The Marriage Ended; The Debt Didn’t
- by Lynda I. Chung
Marriages, unfortunately, often end in divorce. However, that doesn’t mean that legal entanglements, such as debts guaranteed by your spouse, go away. Unlike diamonds, debts do not last forever, but they may last longer than the marriage.