Puja Sachdev | October 31, 2021 | Divorce
A divorce can be a drawn-out process for a variety of reasons. A divorce in California is not considered finalized until a court issues a divorce decree. A divorce decree is an official document that resolves the major legal issues between a divorcing couple, such as child custody and property division. It is important to… read more
Puja Sachdev | October 8, 2021 | Child Custody
There are various reasons why a parent might limit a grandparent’s right or ability to see their grandchildren. If you’re a grandparent in San Diego, California, and you believe you are being unfairly prevented from seeing your grandchildren, you may wonder if this is legal. The following overview will help you understand what you need… read more
Puja Sachdev | September 24, 2021 | Divorce
When you are planning to file for divorce, there are many important elements that go into the process. One of the most crucial steps is serving the other party with divorce papers. Specifically, you will need to serve your spouse with the Summons and Petition of Dissolution, any other papers you have filed with the… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 31, 2021 | Alimony
If you’re getting a divorce in San Diego, California, you or your spouse may be required to pay alimony. Courts typically order alimony payments to ensure that a spouse can maintain their lifestyle after a divorce. Alimony may not last forever. Usually, the payments only continue for a certain length of time. The length of… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 16, 2021 | Divorce, Domestic Violence
Domestic violence and spousal abuse occur more often than many people realize. One reason is that abuse is underreported. Abused spouses are often scared to report what happened or think no one will believe that their spouse is abusive. Sadly, many abused spouses remain in the marriage because they are unaware there is help available…. read more
Puja Sachdev | August 11, 2021 | Divorce
The divorce process can be a challenge. However, divorcing during the COVID-19 pandemic posed additional challenges. The coronavirus caused a halt to many court proceedings. Courthouses throughout California had to shut down last year to slow the spread of COVID-19. However, courts implemented several strategies to deal with emergency court actions during the COVID-19 pandemic,… read more
Puja Sachdev | August 4, 2021 | Divorce
A car accident during a divorce can complicate the legal proceeding. Under California law, a spouse cannot be held personally liable for injuries or damages for a car accident that was not their fault. The spouse is only liable if they would have been liable had the marriage not existed. However, California law will hold… read more
Puja Sachdev | July 26, 2021 | Child Custody
Custody and visitation can be fiercely disputed in a divorce case. Each parent may argue that the children should spend more time in their home. A parent may hesitate to share custody rights with the other parent for a variety of reasons. California courts recognize that a child generally benefits from a close and loving… read more
Puja Sachdev | July 7, 2021 | Divorce
California family law provides several avenues for couples to end their relationship. They may choose a traditional divorce proceeding. Couples may also choose to file for summary dissolution or legal separation. If you want to leave your spouse, it can help to discuss your situation with a San Diego divorce attorney. The main difference between… read more
Puja Sachdev | June 15, 2021 | Child Custody
The California Family Code sets forth the factors the judge must consider in each custody case. It also includes factors the judge may not consider, such as the gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, or gender expression of either parent. According to family law attorney Puja Sachdev, an experienced child custody lawyer in San Diego, here are… read more
