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GirlsDoPorn.com Lawsuit Now In Trial
Stokes O’Brien Partner is Among Plaintiff Attorneys in GirlsDoPorn.Com Lawsuit UPDATE: For the latest on this federal case, please see our new post here. Stokes O’Brien partner John O’Brien is among the attorneys representing the 22 female plaintiffs in the GirlsDoPorn.com trial. The scope involves three separate lawsuits against the owners of GirlsDoPorn.com, with the plaintiff attorneys claiming damages in… READ MORE
Real Estate Laws Cover a Wide Area
The average person defines “real estate,” as land ownership and/or use of land. Real estate laws, sometimes referred to as “property laws,” typically cover the right to own, use, and enjoy the land and its man-made additions. Whether we are homeowners, renters, landlords, home sellers or buyers, all of us are affected by real estate laws directly or indirectly. Real… READ MORE
Breach of Contract: An Overview
In a perfect world, companies and individuals consistently honor all signed agreements and contracts. Oftentimes, however, reality bites! Contracts are breached, resulting from either an individual or an organization refusing or failing to carry-out specifics from a contract without a justifiable or rightful reason. Broken promises can cause tremendous frustration, economic damage, and emotional instability for all parties involved. Staying… READ MORE
Financial Elder Abuse Exploitation: Cause for Concern
Elders and dependent adults are financially vulnerable for a wide variety of reasons. From the natural aging process and the impacts of illness to social isolation and loneliness, financial elder abuse occurs frequently in our society. California defines “elder” as those who are at least 65 years of age. This population faces a greater risk to financial victimization. Sadly, their… READ MORE
Construction Disputes & Litigation
The construction industry operates on a web of contractual relationships created and defined by bids, prime contracts, sub contracts, specifications, illustrations, bonds, and labor agreements. It is a large tent that covers public and private projects where the duties and obligations for all parties are established by contracts. A construction project can be a garage conversion, a hotel, a bridge,… READ MORE