legal aid lawyers

December 20, 2010

Signing Away All Your Rights? Not Always…

Many personal injury attorneys have been approached by a potential client who suffered a significant injury during an organized event or activity for which they were required to sign a waiver or release as a condition of participation. The viability of the potential client’s case is immediately called into question due to a likely express… read more

November 19, 2007

Closing the Justice Gap: AB 2301

By Joseph L. Chairez OCBA President The need for legal representation for the poor exceeds current pro bono and charitable fundraising efforts. A recent study shows that there are over 8,000 low-income persons per legal aid lawyer in the state. Volunteer attorneys and the California Legislature seek to close this gap with the implementation of AB… read more