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California’s New Child Support Guidelines: What You Need to Know

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California is making significant strides toward a more equitable child support system with the implementation of Senate Bill 343. Taking effect on September 1, these new guidelines overhaul how child support is calculated and distributed, ensuring that the financial responsibilities of both parents are balanced more fairly. Whether you’re a parent navigating these changes or … Continued

Fighting For Fido: Understanding Pet Custody in California

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In California, family courts consider pets as personal property, rather than as children or family members, which means they are treated similarly to other assets such as furniture or vehicles. As a result, family courts will generally determine pet custody based on the legal ownership of the pet. Legal ownership of the pet is established … Continued