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Disabled Plaintiff May Proceed Under Both Disabled Persons Act And The Unruh Civil Rights Act.

September 17, 2015 by

Plaintiff, who is disabled, was denied service at defendant’s restaurant due to presence of plaintiff’s service dog. After hearing various motions, the trial court concluded plaintiff could assert a claim under the Disabled Persons Act [DPA; Civil Code section 54055.3], but not under the Unruh Civil Rights Act [Civil Code sections 51, 52]. Plaintiff voluntarily […]

Filed Under: Appellate Law News, Disability Law News, Legal News Tagged With: § 51, § 52, § 54055.3, 190 Cal.Rptr.3d 33, 238 Cal.App.4th 930, Civ.Code, Civ.Code § 51, Civ.Code § 52, Civ.Code § 54055.3, Civil Code, Civil Code section 51, Civil Code section 52, Civil Code section 54055.3, section 51, section 52, section 54055.3

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What Happens If You Hire an Unlicensed Contractor in California?

September 11, 2026 By Mark Mellor

Quick answer: Hiring an unlicensed contractor in California can leave you without legal protections, financially exposed, and personally liable for injuries on your property. California law gives homeowners significant leverage against unlicensed contractors, including the right … Read More...

How to Find Hidden Liens in a California Preliminary Title Report

September 8, 2026 By Mark Mellor

Quick answer: A California preliminary title report lists recorded liens, encumbrances, and ownership details before a sale or refinance closes. To find hidden liens, read Schedule B carefully, verify the report's effective date, and search the county recorder directly using the … Read More...

Non-Compete vs. Non-Solicitation Agreement in California: What’s Enforceable?

September 4, 2026 By Mark Mellor

Quick answer: Non-compete agreements are almost never enforceable in California. Under Business and Professions Code Section 16600, any contract that restrains a person from working in their chosen profession is void. Non-solicitation agreements occupy a grayer area, but … Read More...

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