Assembly Bill 2067: New Amendments to Legal Process Service for Financial Institutions

Introduction The California legislature unanimously passed Assembly Bill 2067 (“AB 2067”), which is expected to be signed into law on January 1, 2025. This bill proposes significant amendments to the existing law regarding the service of legal process on financial institutions within the state. The primary change introduced by AB 2067 allows financial institutions to […]

Consumer & Employee Records – Defined

If a witness is on the list below, a Notice to Consumer (NTC) is required. Doctors/MedicalPhysician, dentist, ophthalmologist, optometrist, chiropractor, physical therapist, acupuncturist, podiatrist, psychotherapist, veterinarian, veterinary hospital, veterinary clinic, pharmacist, pharmacy, hospital, medical center, clinic, radiology or MRI center, clinical or diagnostic laboratory State or Local Government Agency (Defined in Gov Code 6252)Non-public information […]

New Family Law Forms (Effective 09/01/2024)

I am sharing with you the Judicial Council forms that were approved this month. They are effective for use beginning September 1, 2024, most for mandatory use. Mandatory UseFL-150 Revised Income and Expense DeclarationFL-192 Revised Notice of Rights and Responsibilities Regarding Child SupportFL-342 Revised Child Support Information and Order AttachmentFL-342(A) Revised Non-Guideline Child Support Findings […]

New for 2024: Sheriff Instruction form

Last year, the California Legislature enacted Assembly Bill 2791, which directs the Judicial Council of California to create a statewide form to be used by litigants in civil actions or proceedings to request service of process or notice by a marshal or sheriff. (Gov. Code, § 26666.10.) A portion of AB 2791 took effect on […]

Major changes to Judgment Enforcement laws taking effect soon

California is set to make significant changes to the enforcement of judgments starting in 2023. Following months of deliberation by the State Legislature, Senate Bills 1200 and 1477 are now awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature. Senate Bill 1099 was signed by the Governor on September 28, 2022. The Governor is expected to sign the remaining […]