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ADZ Law LLP Blog
1w ago
Sometimes, judges make mistakes and get the law wrong. Other times, your divorce or custody case may present a unique issue that attorneys and judges haven’t addressed before. When these things happen, it can result in appeals in family law cases. An appeal can be time consuming and expensive, but they are also hugely important ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1w ago
When I got up this morning and scrolled through my social media feed, I saw multiple headlines about the Kanye West (now “Ye”) and Kim Kardashian breakup. I normally would scroll past Hollywood clickbait articles but these headlines set off alarm bells for me as a family law attorney who represents victims of domestic violence.  ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
ADZ Law, LLP worked with other sexual assault attorneys and advocates to enact legislation that addresses the difficulties that sexual assault survivors experience in coming forward and creates a window of opportunity for those survivors to seek justice in the civil arena.
On January 1, 2019, Code of Civil Procedure §340.16 California initiated a 10-year statute of limitations for adult survivors of sexual assault. Meaning that survivors had 10 years to file a civil claim from the date of the abuse, or 3 years from the date they discovered an injury or illness which resulted from that a ..read more
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1y ago
After a domestic violence incident where children witnessed the abuse or were first-hand victims of abuse, law enforcement reports the incident to Child Protective Services (“CPS”). CPS is required by law to investigate reports of suspected abuse quickly. As a result, a CPS social worker will contact the abused parent to find out if the children are safe. The social worker may seek to interview both the victim and the children. The call may come within 24 to 48 hours of the incident. The abusive partner may still be in jail or may already be home. The abused ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
From Chatbots to Customer Insights: How AI and Analytics are Shaping E-Commerce Customer Service
On the other hand, leveraging AI capabilities can help free up human effort, allowing for more concentration on specialized tasks. With the ability to handle a larger number of customers within a shorter period of time along with fewer requirements for human resources, your businesses can improve operational efficiency. Customers are most likely to abandon their shopping carts due to a complicated checkout process, including multiple steps and complicated payment.
Tencent Backer Prosus Develops AI ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
In working with survivors of domestic violence, clients often wonder if they will have to confront their abuser in court. As of January 1, 2022, survivors of domestic violence may appear remotely at the hearing on a petition for a domestic violence restraining order per Family Code § 6308. Out of necessity, during the pandemic, courts had to implement procedures for remote video appearances. The legislature realized the benefits of allowing survivors of domestic violence to appear remotely and extended the right to remote appearance for parties seeking a domestic violence res ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
Mediation
Mediation can be a very effective tool to resolve your legal dispute quickly and inexpensively whether it be around a family law issue, a civil matter, a probate matter or any legal dispute. Even before a case is filed, you can work with a mediator to resolve your dispute without court involvement. Or, a judge might order you to attend mediation after a case has been filed. Either way, this alternative to litigation allows the parties to craft their own resolution to a dispute.
What is Mediation?
Mediation is a form of “Alternative” or “Appropriate” Dispute Resolution, mo ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
Will Accounting AI transform the finance function?
At the same time, they must not lose sight of the importance of human expertise and decision-making, which will continue to be an essential component of the accounting profession. By striking the right balance between technology and human intuition, accountants can successfully navigate the future of their industry. AI-powered software can streamline repetitive, time-consuming tasks, freeing up accountants to spend time on more complex work. For example, AI can automate the accounts payable process, reducing the need for manual data entry and ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
This past Pride Month, the debate about transgender issues was once again in the news. As many states introduce bills to criminalize certain forms of gender-affirming care or restrict the rights of trans people, California stands out as a state dedicated to protecting trans rights.
Still, it is a scary time to be the parent of a trans child, especially if you’re facing a custody struggle with a less supportive co-parent. Here’s what you need to know about the roadblocks you may face campaigning for custody of your trans kid, how California supports you, and what you can do to protect your chil ..read more
ADZ Law LLP Blog
1y ago
One of the most important ballot measures passed during San Francisco’s recent election has an unassuming name: Proposition D. Despite its generic title, Prop. D is a critical measure that will have significant positive impacts on vulnerable populations in San Francisco. The measure will establish the Office of Victim and Witness Rights, a new city department intended to support crime victims and witnesses, including victims of domestic violence (DV).
This new office will provide extra services to victims and potentially consolidate other city victim support programs in one place. This po ..read more