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Apr
In the aftermath of an accident, it can be hard to know what issues to address first. Between medical expenses, lost wages, and home modifications, accident-related costs may be enough to make your head spin. Thankfully, at Bamieh & De Smeth, PLLC, our Santa Barbara personal...
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Apr
We hear the term “probable cause” frequently, but do you know what it means? Probable cause is a level of certainty that law enforcement must have before arresting someone. Probable cause requires that the police have sufficient evidence to demonstrate that a crime was committed...
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Apr
Bringing another child into your home can be a rewarding experience. While the experience can be gratifying, many prospective parents feel that they are under intense scrutiny by adoption agencies. While understandable, it is important to know that adoption agencies are looking o...
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Apr
With approximately 5. 7 divorces per 100,000 people, California has one of the highest divorce rates in the country. Although the number of people getting divorced has been declining in recent years in The Golden State, the issue is cause for concern. Given that the average length...
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Apr
Name-calling, put-downs, or other belittling behavior can be alarming signs of a verbally abusive relationship. Verbal abuse is just one component of emotional abuse, which targets an individual’s emotional and psychological well-being. A verbally abusive partner, spouse, or pare...
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Apr
California premises liability law requires property owners to keep the premises safe and warn visitors about any hazards on the property. Whether it be the result of a wet floor, cracked step, or bunched carpet, it is estimated that floors and flooring materials contribute to ove...
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Apr
In a recent five-year period, there were over 9,000 total DUI arrests in Santa Barbara County. Being charged with a DUI is a serious offense in the Golden State, subject to jail time, steep fines, license revocation, and having to attend an alcohol treatment program. Under Califo...
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Apr
If you have been in a truck accident, you may experience serious injuries, leaving you unable to work and take care of yourself. Instead, your time will be consumed by medical appointments, forcing you into debt to get the care you desperately need. In 2022, the United States was...
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Apr
In 2022, California experienced 143,476 injury crashes. Given the high number of crashes and injured persons, it is safe to say that motor vehicle accidents are far too frequent in the state. The events preceding an accident can be complex, involving various parties and acts that...
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Apr
Attorneys are expected to act morally and ethically in a given situation, maintaining the highest level of integrity and professionalism. To practice law in any discipline, it is important that a lawyer understands acceptable conduct and the type of behavior that must be avoided...
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