Robert D. Chase, Attorney at Law, Legal Blog
Can you commit battery in California simply by pushing someone?
Your supervisor was giving out a limited number of tickets to a football game when Sam, your coworker, elbowed his way in front of you as you stood in line. You pushed Sam who then accused you of battery. Sam is a loudmouth who is always complaining about something,...
Handling false sexual assault allegations
If you face sexual assault allegations even though you did not engage in any unlawful sexual activity or carry out any illegal sexual contact, you likely have a lot of questions and considerable anxiety. It is important to remain level-headed, which is often very...
Are false allegations of sexual abuse common in divorce?
A divorce and child custody situation can be full of emotions and anger. This can lead to false allegations of sexual abuse. Whether it is your spouse saying you abused him or her or that you abused your child, it will cause issues in your divorce. According to...
The uncertain science surrounding shaken baby syndrome
An allegation of shaken baby syndrome has the potential to lead to serious criminal charges, even though the science surrounding the condition is uncertain. Yet, many parents across California and the nation remain in prison for offenses involving shaken baby...
Why are false sexual abuse claims common in custody cases?
Custody situations are often contentious. Sometimes, one parent will do just about anything to ensure the other parent has no contact with the children. In some cases, that means making false sexual abuse accusations. Psychiatric Times explains such moves are common...
What to do if in possession of a temporary protective order
Someone can request a restraining order if he or she claims there was abuse by someone of a close relationship. If someone has served you with a temporary protective order, also called a restraining order, you may be wondering what your next steps are. The California...
How can an underage DUI affect your life?
Drinking underage can potentially put a person at huge risk for enormous legal penalties. This can include fines and fees, and may even include incarceration or time in jail in some cases. However, there are plenty of repercussions that do not get as much attention....
Does California expunge juvenile records?
There are likely very few adults in California who look back on their younger years without remembering one or two things they regret. Fortunately, most probably will not have to worry about those past regrets (provided they learn from them) impacting them in the...
Detailing California’s self-defense law
It may be easy for many in California to dismiss claims of self-defense due to skepticism. This no doubt comes from the assumption that in any altercation serious enough to produce significant injuries (or even death) to one of the involved parties, both parties were...
How does California define domestic violence?
California takes domestic violence seriously and offers you protection if you become a victim of it. Under California law, however, if someone accuses you of domestic violence, you have the right to due process, meaning you can appear in court and contest the...
