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Since there is very little legal history on the subject and very little precedent, many conflicts of interest must be decided by new legal actions.</p>\n<p>The problem is compounded by the fact that websites, online blogs, e-commerce sites, and news sources reach far beyond our local areas.  While a question of legality may have been settled in one county of one state either by statute or by litigation, that settlement may not apply to other jurisdictions that are affected by the facts of the case.</p>\n<p>A website, for instance, offering purchase of a product that is legal to have in the county or state that the seller considers his or her target, might be legally proscribed in another state.  So there can be questions of criminal exposure as well as civil liability of those who conduct online business.</p>\n<p>Because there doesn&#8217;t appear to have been any legal questioning of an existing practice on the Internet, that is no guarantee that it won&#8217;t be targeted in the future. This FAQ page can only scratch the surface of an extremely broad section of law to demonstrate just how complicated and the subject is.</p>\n<p>Anyone venturing into Internet-based business should first seek competent legal advice on their project&#8217;s structure and legal vulnerabilities.</p></div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_6\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_3 et_pb_column_11  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_0 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is Copyright?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Copyright is a form of protection available to both published and unpublished works. The 1976 Copyright Act gives the owner of copyright the exclusive right to do and to authorize others to do the following:</p>\n<p> 	To reproduce the work<br />\n 	Create derivative works based upon the original<br />\n 	To sell or distribute copies of the work to the public including by sale or transfer of ownership, or rental<br />\n 	To perform the work<br />\n 	To display the work publicly<br />\n 	Only the form of expression is protected. Copyrights are registered by the Copyright Office of the Library of Congress.</p>\n<p>There are limitations and variations on these rights that cannot be enumerated here.  For further information about the limitations of any of these rights, consult the copyright law or write to the Copyright Office.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_1 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_1 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What are Website Terms &amp; Conditions?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>When you visit a website there are certain terms and conditions as part of its usage. Terms and conditions regarding ownership, use,  access, privacy, etc. There will usually be a link that displays certain terms and conditions associated with usage such as disclaimers, agreements, and terms.</p>\n<p>It is important for you to understand and comply with the terms and conditions.</p>\n<p>If you have questions about your legal rights and duties, we can be of assistance. Moreover, if you or your company is involved in a legal dispute that arises from website terms and/or conditions, we can assist in its resolution.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_2 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_2 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is an E-Signature?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Electronic signatures, or e-Signatures, are signatures for contracts you may execute on the web in order to indicate assent to a contract. They are usually effected by using a checkbox or requiring an individual to type their name.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_3 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_3 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is a Digital Signature?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Digital signatures are more complex e-signatures, relying on a form of encryption to ensure that the individual signing the contract is actually that individual. It accomplishes this by creating two “encrypted keys,” one for the individual signing the document, and another for all others.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_4 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_4 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is a “Wrap” Agreement?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Wrap agreements on the Internet, like clickwraps and browsewraps, all derive their origins from “shrinkwrap” agreements. Opening a shrink-wrapped product qualifies as agreeing to the enclosed terms.</p>\n<p>However, these Internet agreements rely on digital actions that a user takes, either by continued use, or going to a designated area on the website in browsewraps, or by clicking on a clickwraps checkbox.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_5 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_5 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is Internet Defamation?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Defamation is a statement that harms someone else’s reputation. Internet Defamation a statement made online that harms the reputation of someone else. This can be in email, a blog, a chat, or some other variation of online communication.</p>\n<p>Courts must balance the reputation of one person with the free speech rights of another. Statements must have caused damage to another person and must be repeated to at least one other. The two forms of defamation are ‘Libel’ and ‘Slander.’</p>\n<p>Libel is the publishing of a falsehood that causes harm to someone. Slander is the same, but refers to the spoken word. They are both ‘defamation.’ These laws are under the individual state’s jurisdiction. Most require that the falsehood be intentional.</p>\n<p>California’s Libel Definitions:</p>\n<p>The law definitions of Libel and Slander are extensive and intricate. For details consult the California Civil Code or contact us for a professional consultation on your individual situation.</p>\n<p>The statute of limitations is only one year for defamation, so even in the case where you don’t know exactly who created the defamation, it is important that you file a complaint before the deadline.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_6 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_6 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">Using Small Claims Court in California</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\">Your Attorney<br />\nCalifornia does not permit your attorney to appear in small claims court, however, you can consult with your attorney for assistance in formulating your case. Please request our consultation if you have specific questions about your case.</p>\n<p>Using the Small Claims Court option for money damages can be a quicker and more economical solution than litigation.  However, there are limitations on the allowed amount of claims.  For companies and corporations that is $5,000 and individuals can file cases that request up to $7,500.  Neither can file more than two claims that are over $2,500 in one calendar year, although, claims for $2,500 or less are not limited.<br />\nStrategy<br />\nYou will have at least two years to file an action, although there are longer periods for contract disputes and other types of actions. Every county has small claims advisors who can assist you with details.</p>\n<p>In Small Claims Court you are representing yourself and counting on your &#8220;inner Perry Mason&#8221;.  You have great leeway in how you present your case, but just as in a regular court preparation and strategy can be very important.</p>\n<p>Be sure to have any:</p>\n<p> 	Written documents such as contracts, correspondence, warranties or receipts<br />\n 	Photographic images of property, locations or damages<br />\n 	Official investigation reports<br />\n 	Repair estimates if property damage is involved</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_7 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_7 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">When Can I Use Another 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-->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_12\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_3 et_pb_column_21  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_10 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_9 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is &quot;Business Law&quot;?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>It is a highly diverse service that includes:</p>\n<p> 	How to set up and maintain business formation and organization</p>\n<p> 	Starting Your Business</p>\n<p> 	Contracts used in the conduct of a business<br />\n 	Business Planning</p>\n<p> 	Common Problems</p>\n<p> 	Negotiations</p>\n<p> 	Interrelations between business law and real estate</p>\n<p> 	Mergers and acquisitions<br />\n 	Divestitures<br />\n 	Other procedures relating to the business operation</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_11 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_10 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the Difference Between a Subchapter C and S Corporation?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Subchapter C Corporations<br />\nSubchapter C corporations face double taxation on their profits when they pay dividends.<br />\nC corporations file their own tax returns and pay taxes on profits before paying dividends to shareholders, and then shareholders are subsequently taxed on their individual returns.<br />\nSubchapter S corporations<br />\nSubchapter S corporations are allowed to insulate shareholders from corporate debts but avoid double taxation imposed by subchapter C. To qualify they must meet the following criteria:</p>\n<p>Must be domestic<br />\nMust not be affiliated with a larger corporate group<br />\nMust have no more than one hundred shareholders<br />\nMust have only one class of stock<br />\nMust not have any corporate or partnership shareholders<br />\nMust not have any nonresident alien shareholders.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_12 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_11 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the Difference Between an LLC and an S Corp?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>When starting a new business it is important to understand the difference between the different structures available for tax and liability management.  Two of those are LLCs and S Corps.<br />\nThere are many features in common between S Corps and LLCs.</p>\n<p>Limiting Liability.  Owners of LLCs and S Corps are not personally liable for debts and liabilities.<br />\nSeparate Legal Entities. Both are separate legal entities created by a state filing.  They are formed and governed, however, by different business entity statutes.<br />\nTaxation.  Both are pass-through tax entities.  The business does not pay income taxes (unless the owners opt to do so).  Profit and loss of the business is passed through to the owner&#8217;s personal tax return.<br />\nBoth have by state statute the obligation to maintain a registered agent and to file annual reports, pay annual fees, and various other reports of changes such as name, registered agent change and details of qualification to do business outside of the state in which they were formed.</p>\n<p>There are also many differences that affect how you conduct your business. While the IRS does not restrict ownership of LLCs, the IRS does restrict S Corps as follows:</p>\n<p>S Corps can have no more than 100 owner-shareholders.<br />\nS Corps owners must be citizens<br />\nS Corps cannot be owned by corporations, trusts, LLCs or partnerships.<br />\nS Corps can only issue one class of stock.</p>\n<p>There are many differences in management of LLCs vs S Corps.  You should always consult an expert in business formation before committing to a particular business structure to make sure that it best serves your business plan.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_13 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_12 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Happens if I (My Business) Gets Sued?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Regardless of how careful you are to avoid lawsuits, there is a chance that you will be sued.<br />\nYour chances vary with the type of business you do and things like the number of employees you have and the number of customers or clients you are working with.<br />\nThe prudent way to prepare is to consult your attorney to create a plan for dealing with such a lawsuit should it happen.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_14 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_13 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Challenges Can I Expect When I Start Up My New Business?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>In a word, ‘more.’ More than you expected.<br />\nHere’s a list of common challenges, but be ready for the unexpected ones that nobody thought of.</p>\n<p>Shortage of capital and/or cash flow. Have enough capital to carry you through the first year if possible.  Be prepared to have many of your assumptions on costs and expenses to exceed your estimates.<br />\nHave an excellent business plan. Find someone qualified to evaluate it who can make suggestions and point out flaws.<br />\nMake sure you have a really great product or service to provide. Know who else is likely to be your most successful competitor.<br />\nBe prepared to work much more than you expected would be required.<br />\nBe prepared to have customers reject your best pitches.<br />\nHire the best employees you can and be prepared to fire those that don’t perform.<br />\nManage your time so that you don’t neglect your personal life and your family.</p>\n<p>Hire an experienced business lawyer to assist you. 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Buyer&#8217;s representative</p>\n<p>A managing broker is responsible for agents and broker associates operating under his or her license</p>\n<p>While it is possible for an agent or broker to &#8216;double end&#8217; a transaction by representing both buyer and seller, parties to the transaction may be better served by each having dedicated representation.</p>\n<p>The reasoning for this is that a sales transaction usually is negotiated and each of the parties is interested in achieving the best price and terms possible.  A real estate agent or broker, while legally obligated to be fair to all parties, nonetheless has a primary fiduciary duty to either the buyer or seller by contract.  Human nature is to favor your employer over a negotiating adversary.</p>\n<p>So it is generally best for the buyer and the seller to each have different representation.  This can, however, still result in a perceived conflict when both the buyer&#8217;s agent and the seller&#8217;s agent are licensed under the same broker.</p>\n<p>An &#8216;exclusive&#8217; buyer or seller agent has no fiduciary obligation to the opposing party, however, they are obligated to act fairly and honestly. They have absolutely no obligation to reveal any of their client&#8217;s secret negotiating strategy to the opposition.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_17 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_15 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What&#039;s the difference between &quot;Buyer&#039;s Broker&quot; and &quot;Exclusive Buyer&#039;s Broker&quot;?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>An &#8216;Exclusive Buyer&#8217;s Broker&#8217; does not take listings and so does not ever represent the seller in a transaction. An EBB may or may not have a contract with a buyer setting terms of exclusive representation.  The buyer is responsible for the EBB fee, however, it is customary for the seller&#8217;s broker to pay 1/2 of the seller&#8217;s broker fee to the buyer&#8217;s broker.</p>\n<p>Just as a listing broker has an exclusive right to a selling commission during the term of his contract, so does a seller&#8217;s broker have an exclusive right to commission on the buyer&#8217;s purchase.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_18 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_16 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Is a Quitclaim Deed?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>A &#8220;Quitclaim Deed&#8221; declares that the Grantor conveys his interest in the property &lt;&lt;&lt;if he/she indeed has any conveyable interest in it&gt;&gt;&gt;.  It is used when there may or may not be an interest in the property and it is desired to clear the title of that possibility.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_19 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_17 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What is the difference between a cooperative and a condominium?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>Condominium ownership means you legally own a particular unit in a multiple unit structure of the building, and typically you share in ownership of &#8220;common&#8221; areas such as yards, gardens, swimming pools and clubhouse.  You pay into an association that manages the common areas.</p>\n<p>Your ownership in a &#8220;co-op&#8221; is stock in the corporation that owns the building, grounds, and apartments.  You lease the apartment from the corporation.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_20 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_18 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">How do I deal with a Buyer’s complaint that I misrepresented something?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>A dissatisfied buyer may choose to sue you for ‘failure to disclose.’<br />\nYour liability in such a suit can be substantial.  Avoiding this potential liability requires you (and your real estate broker if you have one) to be meticulous in fulfilling your obligations to disclose known defects or issues affecting the value or desirability of the property.<br />\nSelling the property ‘as is’ does not protect you from these obligations.<br />\nCalifornia requires you to provide your buyer with a Transfer Disclosure Statement (TDS).  This should be one of the first documents you complete and provide the buyer.  The buyer has the right to cancel the contract within three days of your delivering the TDS in person, or five days if it is delivered by mail.<br />\nYou and your real estate agent must make a full disclosure in the TDS to protect you against later allegations of misrepresentation or fraud.<br />\nThe list of issues to disclose on the TDS is long.  You may feel some issues to be unimportant, but it is far better to be too thorough than to decide an issue is not relevant.  If you are unsure consult your real estate broker or attorney.<br />\nShould your buyer sue and prove that you knowingly concealed a defect or information that 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insurance company to you.  If they don&#8217;t honor those obligations you have the right to sue them for handling your claim in &#8216;bad faith.&#8217;</p>\n<p>There is an implied &#8216;bill of rights&#8217; you have that says your insurance company must:</p>\n<p> 	Treat you fairly<br />\n 	Investigate the details of your claim<br />\n 	Not delay settlement unduly<br />\n 	Promptly communicate with you concerning your claim<br />\n 	Not use confusing terminology or language in its policy<br />\n 	Not break any of the promises to you that are included in the policy<br />\n 	Make clear to you in writing any and all of the reasons it has denied your claim<br />\n 	Not use excuses to deny or delay your claim<br />\n 	Not cancel or refuse to renew your policy unfairly<br />\n 	Give weight to your best interests as much as to their own</p>\n<p>If you have questions about your particular situation, schedule a free consultation with us by calling (530) 274-1321 or by filling out the form at 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If you believe an insurance company is failing to fulfill their mandated contractual duties to you, you may file a &#8216;bad faith insurance claim.&#8221;</p>\n<p>Insurance bad faith law recognizes that insurers have the right to reject an invalid claim or a fraudulent claim.  You, as a policyholder have the right to receive fair compensation for a legitimate claim that is described in the terms of your plan.</p>\n<p>There are many types of bad faith claims.  Here are a few of the most common ones:</p>\n<p> 	Refusal to pay a claim without citing a reasonable basis<br />\n 	Delaying their investigation without sufficient reason<br />\n 	Offering you less than what you deserve.<br />\n 	Requiring an unreasonable amount of paperwork to delay or confuse your claim</p>\n<p>While most insurance disputes are disagreements on interpretation of a contract, if bad faith is proven, you may be eligible to receive:</p>\n<p> 	Statutory penalties<br />\n 	Interest of funds that were not paid in a timely manner<br />\n 	Restitution of funds you paid in excess of your policy limits<br />\n 	Your attorney fees<br />\n 	Economic loss you have suffered as the result of the company&#8217;s bad faith action.<br />\n 	Punitive damages</p>\n<p>In California, to prove bad faith you must show that an insurer breached its duty by &#8220;refusing without proper cause, to compensate its insured for a loss covered by the policy.&#8221;</p>\n<p>Before filing a bad faith claim it is important first to get the opinion of a professional who does not work directly for the insurance company.  You can hire an independent adjuster, or consult with an attorney.</p>\n<p>Often claims adjusters will work on a contingency basis as do some attorneys.  If you prevail in a claim in court you may also have your legal expenses paid.</p>\n<p>For more on legal consultation or to read more on the subject read this article.</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_24 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_21 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Does a Homes Insurance Attorney do to help?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>A home insurance attorney or auto insurance attorney can help you decide if your insurance company is treating you fairly in accordance with your policy and with the law.  Often an informed request from your lawyer will &#8220;remind&#8221; the company of their obligations and can point out to them how they are not treating you fairly.</p>\n<p>It is much more efficient for an insurance company to settle your claim fairly than it is to go to litigation which is very expensive.<br />\nMORE . . .</p></div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle_content -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_toggle --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_divider et_pb_divider_25 et_pb_divider_position_ et_pb_space\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"></div></div><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_toggle et_pb_toggle_22 et_pb_toggle_item  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_toggle_close\">\n				\n				\n				<h2 class=\"et_pb_toggle_title\">What Does a Bad Faith Insurance Lawyer Charge?</h2>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_toggle_content clearfix\"><p>When hiring a lawyer the amount you are charged is dependent on the time spent by the lawyer and his or her level of expertise. 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While she worked for a prominent large law firm in Seattle Washington at the beginning of her career, she has worked primarily from the perspective of being part of the management team, where results and accomplishments matter, not legal maneuvering. Debra understands that you want to reach certain goals, or obtain a specific outcome; and she is adept in helping you achieve those aims legally, strategically, in the most practical manner possible.&nbsp; She is a problem solver who will facilitate your transaction, not disrupt it.<br />\nStarting Your Business<br />\nBusiness success is founded on correct structure.&nbsp; If we are your business attorney, you can count on an excellent foundation to support your new or reorganized business. Preliminary Questions to ask Seller</p>\n<p>There are many factors you need to consider as you form your new business.&nbsp; You want to start by writing your business plan which will include the structure of your business, how it will be registered, where will it physically be located, what equipment and supplies you will need, what permits and registrations are necessary, how you will finance it, and who will set up the books and do the bookkeeping. We can help you with the formation of the entity that is appropriate for your business.</p>\n<p>There are the tax considerations and business laws that are specific to your location within your state.&nbsp; You need to consider the complexity of setting up promotions and advertising to help your growth while maintaining control of your information and intellectual property.</p>\n<p>We are familiar with all of these problems of business law, and we have solutions for your specific problems.<br />\nThe Scope of Business Law<br />\nWhile Business Law is commonly thought of only as the creation,&nbsp;management, and operation of a service or product business, it is much more complex and includes myriad interpretations and applications of Contracts, Corporation Law, Securities Law, and the requirements of securing rights in Intellectual Property.</p>\n<p>There are complex laws relating to Commercial Loans, Leases, Service Contracts, and other laws and regulations that can impact a business negatively. There is Immigration Law, Labor Law, Employment Law, and other laws and regulations that also can impact a business negatively.<br />\nCommon Problems Relating to Business Law Interrelationship Between Business Law and Real Estate<br />\nWhether a transaction takes the form of a Purchase or Lease of Real Property,&nbsp;the laws of Agency and Fiduciary Responsibility are important; especially in California where most real property transactions are completed without the oversight of a qualified attorney.</p>\n<p>A real estate transaction can include buyer, seller, selling agent, buyers agent, and escrow agents.&nbsp; Each has agency responsibilities and fiduciary responsibilities.&nbsp; The interactions are exceedingly complex with the elements of asking price vs. selling price, agent commission and commission splits, legal obligations of the seller to disclose, the agent/s obligation to disclose, and ethical constraints of agents with respect to disclosure &#8212;&nbsp;especially when one agent is representing both sides of the sale.</p>\n<p>The very complexity of business law provides a myriad of traps for a businessman or woman who is trying to build their future without legal interruption.</p>\n<p>Clearly, early contact with legal representation in most transactions is very good practice.</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section --><div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_6 formwhite et_pb_with_background et_section_regular\" >\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1 class=\"text-align-center\">Contact Us Now to Schedule a Meeting</h1></div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_4\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_6  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>11750 Ridge Road</p>\n<p>Nevada City, CA 95959</p>\n<p>Debra Sitzberger <a href=\"tel:5302741321\">(530) 274-1321</a></p>\n<p>Neil Dorfman <a href=\"tel:5305596881\">(530) 559-6881</a></p>\n<p><a href=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/privacy-policy/\">Privacy Policy</a>  |  <a href=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/terms-of-service/\">Terms of Service</a> | <a href=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/disclaimer/\">Disclaimer</a></p></div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_6  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Copyright © 2016 - 2020  dorfmanandsitzberger.com</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column --><div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_7  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_map_0 et_pb_map_container\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_map\" data-center-lat=\"39.247066754693364\" data-center-lng=\"-121.05441788623045\" data-zoom=\"12\" data-mouse-wheel=\"on\" data-mobile-dragging=\"on\"></div>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_map_pin\" data-lat=\"39.2414831\" data-lng=\"-121.05613449999998\" data-title=\"Our Local Office\">\n				<h3 style=\"margin-top:10px\">Our Local Office</h3>\n				<div class=\"infowindow\"><p>We serve all of California from our Grass Valley / Nevada City, California Office. 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For sale by owner?  Have us review your purchase and sale agreement, or fully represent your interests in negotiations to avoid legal problems later.<br />\nAre You Buying a Property?<br />\nHave us review your loan documents or purchase and sale agreement. This is particularly important if you are purchasing a bank-owned or foreclosure property.<br />\nWhy Can&#8217;t My Real Estate Agent Handle My Legal Problems as Well as a Real Estate Attorney?<br />\nReal estate agents are experts in helping you select an appropriate property to buy, or soliciting a qualified purchaser to buy your property. However real estate agents cannot render legal advice when problems arise. We make sure the terms of the contracts are to your best advantage, and we consult with you to explain the terms and answer any questions you may have when problems arise. Many of our clients are referred to us by one of the many real estate agents in Nevada County who know there is no substitute for solid legal advice from a real estate attorney.<br />\nMortgage/Loan Resolutions<br />\nEvery day dozens of California residents face foreclosure and financial ruin as the value of their home or investments plummet and sink “underwater.” There are legal strategies to assist. But beware of unscrupulous “loan modification consultants” who charge thousands of dollars of fees with little results.<br />\nShort Sale<br />\nWe have concentrated on ethically and economically guiding individuals through the minefield of legal options, toward financial safety and peace of mind. We have advocated on behalf of clients with every major lender. We know what is important to each, and how to elevate our clients’ case to the attention of actual decision makers to secure results. If a short sale is indicated we can review your short sale package before it goes to the lender.  Also, we can draft a hardship letter your lender will appreciate, instead of dismissing your application out of hand.<br />\nDeed in Lieu of Foreclosure<br />\nMeet with our real estate attorneys to explore all your options be they short sale, debt negotiation, deed-in-lieu of foreclosure, bankruptcy, or strategic default and foreclosure. Usually, a one-hour consultation to develop a strategy specific to your loan(s), your lender, and your needs provides a long-term solution. You can then determine what further participation by us you wish, and the extent to which you wish to handle matters yourself.<br />\nOther Mortgage Resolutions<br />\nPlease call us to discuss your particular situation, and how we can best assist you.</p>\n<p>Dorfman and Sitzberger is fully compliant with all California and federal laws governing the rendering of legal advice in connection with the modification of any federally insured loan.  We are current in all the latest developments in the field, including those concerning the federal Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP), and the federal Home Affordable Foreclosure Alternative (HAFA).<br />\nGeneral Real Estate Issues<br />\nYou have bought or sold your property and now are ready to live happily ever after. But occasionally, issues arise. It may be that your neighbor claims he has an easement over your driveway, or that your garage crosses into your neighbor’s land.  You may discover the seller misrepresented a condition on the property in his disclosure statements, or that you are being accused of not making a necessary disclosure yourself. Dorfman and Sitzberger real estate attorneys have represented buyers, sellers, and real estate agents in every type of real estate controversy. We know the law, we know the evidence to look for, and we can help you with your real estate controversy.</p></div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>The Tip of the Iceberg of Legal Problems in Real Estate Transactions<br />\nThis is an overview of who the typical “players” are in the course of a residential purchase and sale and the legal obligations and liabilities that each may bear.</p>\n<p>Whole articles can, and have been written about the law relating to each one of these persons, and in the future, we will concentrate on each, but for now, this will provide some orientation if you are involved in buying or selling a home. Before we discuss the “players” it is worthwhile explaining basic real estate law and terminology.<br />\nBasic Concepts, “In Escrow,” “Closing” etc.<br />\nTransactions are regarded as “in escrow” when the parties have agreed upon the basic terms of the contract and are waiting for the parties to exercise their rights (like conducting inspections) and options (such as voiding the contract if they don’t like the inspection results).</p>\n<p>When/if the parties actually get to the point of paying money in exchange for passing the title, the transaction is said to have “closed.” Thus, a transaction can be “in escrow” for a while, and then have “closed,”</p>\n<p>However if one of the parties pulls out of the contract, in accordance with the contract terms or even in breach of the terms, the transaction is said to have “fallen out of escrow.”<br />\nReal Estate Title and Escrow<br />\nWhen the transaction is “in escrow” a “title insurance company” will issue a “preliminary title report” to the Buyer. The PTR basically lists all of the circumstances appearing on the record that prevent the Seller from conveying an absolutely clean title.<br />\nTitle Report<br />\nFor instance, it may note the gas company has an easement to maintain its pipes, or the neighbor has an easement to use the driveway. The PTR is a statement that the title insurance company might use to ensure that the Seller can convey a clean title. It may note items on the list of exceptions. This may include anything the Seller knows about already, or anything that a survey might have revealed is a problem. In this respect, a title insurance policy verifies circumstances that have already occurred. It is very important for the Buyer and the Buyer’s agent to read the title report.&nbsp;&nbsp;If they don’t understand it, they should seek clarification from the title company or an attorney.<br />\nEscrow Company<br />\nTransactions are “closed“ by an escrow company, which is often owned by a title insurance company. They act as the middleman between the parties. They keep the deposit and purchase money while the transaction is “in escrow.” When it comes time to “close,” the escrow agent will have the Buyer and Seller each sign the necessary documents. The agent will make sure the Buyers have deposited the funds necessary to make the purchase and cover any applicable fees. They make sure the Sellers have signed the documents necessary to convey ownership. They make sure other monies will be distributed to make sure other encumbrances are paid off (like the Seller’s mortgage), and fees are paid (like judgment liens or the agents’ real estate commissions). The escrow agency is bound to follow the “Joint Escrow Instructions” of the parties.<br />\nSo, who are the main players in the typical residential real estate transaction and what are their duties?<br />\nThe Seller<br />\nObviously, the Seller is the person who owns the property and wishes to convey the property. The Seller&nbsp; is obligated to abide by the conditions of the typical purchase and sale agreement.&nbsp; In most cases this is a form prepared by the California Association of Realtors (CAR). The CAR form provides that the Seller will convey good title to the Buyer upon the completion of the terms and conditions of the contract. That means that by the date the transaction closes the Seller will be the owner and will convey it without any encumbrances affecting the title.<br />\nWarranty of Seller<br />\nUnless they do so by express representations, Seller’s do not warrant that the property they are selling is any particular condition. There is no Seller&#8217;s implied warranty of quality or physical condition.</p>\n<p>Precisely because the Seller makes no implied warranty as to the condition of the property they have an important obligation.&nbsp; It is to disclose to the Buyer any fact of which they are aware and which they know the Buyer is not aware, that might affect the desirability or value of the property.<br />\nSelling &#8216;As Is&#8217;<br />\nSo, a Seller is not protected by the simple statement that the property is being sold “As Is.” That only advises that the Seller is not intending on making any changes or improvements to satisfy the Buyer..</p>\n<p>When a&nbsp;property is being sold “as is” it is important that the Seller discloses conditions of which the Buyer is unaware.&nbsp; &nbsp;We will discuss traps for the Seller in fulfilling their obligation of disclosure. Absent some reason to suspect the Seller has made a misrepresentation, the Buyer is under no obligation to confirm the Seller’s representations.</p>\n<p>In addition to their obligation to disclose conditions about the home of which they are aware, the Seller is also obligated to complete various disclosure forms that are provided for by state statutes.<br />\nThe Seller’s or “Listing” Agent/Broker<br />\nThe Seller’s or “Listing” Agent and Broker is the agent and Broker the Seller has chosen to represent them in the sale of the property. The Agent is usually an independent contractor or employee working for the Broker. The Broker is liable for the errors and omissions of the Agent.<br />\nSeller&#8217;s Agent Fiduciary Duty<br />\nBy statute, the Seller’s agent owes a fiduciary duty of utmost care, integrity, honesty and loyalty to the Seller. Fiduciary duty is the highest level of duty owed under the law,&nbsp; Just as a trustee might owe to the beneficiary of a trust. So, for instance, a Seller’s agent has to disclose relationships they might have with the Buyers. He or she also owes the Seller the diligent exercise of reasonable skill and care.</p>\n<p>That duty of professionalism means the Seller’s agent is the consultant to the Seller.&nbsp; For instance, in investigating the creditworthiness of a Buyer to whom the Seller is going to extend financing.<br />\nObligation of Disclosure<br />\nAnother area in which the agent may be assisting the Seller is in complying with the Seller’s obligation of disclosure. We have had many cases in which a Seller has advised their agent of various circumstances affecting the property, which the agent has told the Seller they need not disclose. If those undisclosed circumstances turn out to be important, both the agent and the Seller can be held liable for non-disclosure.</p>\n<p>The Seller’s agent is not obliged to investigate the ramifications of facts they are told about by the Seller.&nbsp; And they do not need to determine if what the Seller tells them is true or not. They must, however, make sure they are disclosed if they are material. And they must make sure they do not make misrepresentations concerning the condition of the property.&nbsp; For example misrepresenting that the property has a certain number of bedrooms, or misstating the acreage etc.<br />\nSeller&#8217;s Agent Duty to Buyer<br />\nSeller’s agents are&nbsp;obligated to do their own a visual inspection of accessible areas of the property,&nbsp; They must also make their own disclosure of anything of note that they observe.</p>\n<p>Not only are they obliged to the Seller, they have a duty to the Buyer of reasonable skill, care, honesty, and fair dealing. This means the Seller’s agent owes a duty to the Buyer to disclose material circumstance affecting the property of which the agent is aware,&nbsp; This is true even if the Seller is not aware of them, or does not want to disclose them.</p>\n<p>Commission Arrangements</p>\n<p>A Seller’s agent is paid by a commission they receive from the Seller upon the sale of the property, typically 6%. They will generally split that commission with an agent that brings them a Buyer.<br />\nThe Buyer<br />\nObligations to Seller<br />\nBuyers are obligated to abide by their promises made in the purchase and sale agreement.&nbsp; The most important obligation is to pay the purchase price by the date designated in the contract.&nbsp; They also owe to the Seller an obligation of good faith and honesty. So, they cannot lie to the Seller about their creditworthiness in trying to persuade the Seller to extend them Seller financing.<br />\nMore broadly, however, the Buyer is obligated to take those steps necessary to protect their own interests.<br />\nBuyer&#8217;s Obligation of Due Diligence<br />\nThe Seller has a duty to disclose material conditions unknown to the Buyer and that are not within the Buyer&#8217;s “diligent attention and observation.” So, if the Buyer fails to exercise “diligent attention and observation” such as making a diligent visual inspection of the property, or calling for professional inspections where appropriate, they risk excusing misrepresentations by the Seller.</p>\n<p>Statements of the Seller must be investigated by the Buyer. A Buyer of real property may well be charged with knowledge of the facts a reasonable inspection would disclose.<br />\nThe Buyer’s Agent<br />\nWhile the Seller’s agent has no duty to discover the condition of the premises beyond their visual inspection, or to investigate the ramifications or truth of the Seller’s representations, the Buyer’s agents&#8217; obligations are far different.<br />\nBuyer&#8217;s Agent Fiduciary Duty<br />\nBuyer’s agents owe&nbsp;their Buyers a fiduciary duty which encompasses the “utmost” care, and “diligent” exercise of skill and care. While the Seller’s agent must disclose facts, the Buyer’s agent must learn the facts. They must read everything and alert the Buyer if there is anything of particular importance contained in documents, such as unknown liens or easements encumbering the property disclosed on the preliminary title report.</p>\n<p>A Buyer’s agent is the Buyer’s’ real estate advisor, who must investigate the representations made by the Seller, determine their possible ramifications, and advise concerning the need for further investigations and inspections, and the advisability of the transaction itself. The Buyer’s agent is not expected to render advise beyond his or her training, such as engineering or legal advice, but is obligated to advise the Buyer to seek that type of advise when it appears necessary to do so.<br />\nVerification of Seller&#8217;s Representations<br />\nThe Buyer’s agent may not take at face value the representations of the Seller/Seller’s agent, he must either verify them or warn the Buyer that they are unverified. The Buyer’s agent’s obligations in this regard become particularly important when the Buyers have expressed a feature of the real estate with which they are particularly concerned, such as they really, really, want a&nbsp;property they can subdivide. In that situation, the Agent cannot merely accept the Seller’s representation the property can be sub-divided unless he warns the Buyer he has done nothing to verify that it can be sub-divided..</p>\n<p>The Buyer’s agent is generally paid by receiving half of the commission the Seller owes to the Seller’s agent<br />\nThe Dual Agent<br />\nA dual agent is one that represents both the Seller and the Buyer. The dual agent is the enviable position of being paid the full commission for selling the property without splitting it with another agent who has brought them a Buyer. When one agent lists the property and then also finds a Buyer for it, it is sometimes called “double ending” the transaction.<br />\nFiduciary Duty of Dual Agent to Seller AND Buyer<br />\nThere is nothing illegal about Dual Agency,&nbsp;The position has its perils, however. As a dual agent, the agent owes fiduciary duties to both the Buyer and the Seller. The same is true of a brokerage company in which both the Seller’s agent and Buyer’s agent are employed.</p>\n<p>The dual agent must, on behalf of the Seller, make sure the Seller has made all necessary disclosures, and then must, on behalf of the Buyer, must assist the Buyer to investigate all the ramifications of those disclosed facts and advise what further investigations should be undertaken.</p>\n<p>The dual agent has the obligation to communicate all offers or counter offers of either party to the other but is prevented from communicating confidential information such as what a party would “take” or “settle for.”<br />\nConclusion<br />\nAs this overview indicates, the sale of residential real estate employs a disclosure/investigation model. The Seller and his or her agent must disclose known material facts. The Buyers must protect themselves by doing any necessary investigation that the disclosure of such information indicates might be prudent. The Buyer’s agent is the Buyers consultant as to what that investigation should entail.</p>\n<p>Like any system based on disclosure, the law creates an obligation of honesty and good faith on the part of the parties. 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obligations to you?<br />\nHow do they change depending on the agent’s category?<br />\nUnderstanding your relationship to the real estate professional who is representing you is critical to the success of your sale or purchase.<br />\nYou want your agent to be not only honest but also to be an excellent negotiator who will get you the best “bottom line” possible.<br />\nThe agent&#8217;s qualifications are influenced not just by the law and their license, but also their experience, their training, and their moral judgment.<br />\nYour Choices when Choosing a Real Estate Agent:<br />\nThe most common choice is an agent working under the supervision of an employing Real Estate Broker. Both the agent and his/her broker being licensed by the California Department of Real Estate (DRE).<br />\nSuch an agent working under a broker&#8217;s supervision is legally an &#8216;agent&#8217; of that broker and must abide by the legal obligations and restraints that apply to that broker.  So the first consideration when choosing a real estate agent to represent you in a sale or purchase is who the employing broker is and what that broker&#8217;s relationship will be to you.<br />\nBroker Obligations to clients.</p>\n<p>The Department of Real Estate (DRE) states that: “A Real Estate Broker or Agent owes the highest duty of good faith, honesty and fair dealing to their client.”<br />\nWhat that means in your particular case varies. It depends on your written contract, and the type of property under consideration to name two variables.</p>\n<p>SCENARIOS:<br />\nScenario One:  You are listing your home for sale. You want to realize the best price and terms and want your agent to be a good negotiator.<br />\nSeveral real estate agents are under consideration.</p>\n<p>Cindy is an independent, licensed broker with her own brokerage.</p>\n<p>She has a good track record with no disciplinary license entries.<br />\nShe sometimes acts as a “Dual Agent,” that is, represents both you and the buyer of your property.<br />\nShe sometimes just acts as “Seller’s Agent” when an offer is made by a broker other than herself.</p>\n<p>Charlene is a real estate agent working for a well-known franchised brokerage like Coldwell-Banker.<br />\nTed is a licensed broker who states he does not represent buyers at all. He is an “Exclusive Seller’s Broker.”</p>\n<p>What should you consider as key features of each of these potential relationships in selling your home?<br />\nYou have determined they are all equal in experience and reputation. Also, they all have the same obligation defined by the DRE and will owe you “Fiduciary Duty.”<br />\nHere are possible sales-offer scenarios for each of the above agents.  (You have a special motivation to get a quick sale, an employment change, that you don&#8217;t want to reveal to a buyer because it would weaken your negotiating ability.)</p>\n<p>Possibility One: you choose Cindy and receive an offer.</p>\n<p>If the offer is from a client of another agent or broker Cindy is not obligated to reveal any of your weaknesses and would be remiss if she did so without your permission.<br />\nIf the offer is from a buyer who Cindy contacted herself. She is a “Dual Agent” representing both you and the buyer and you must agree in writing to allow her to act as a Dual Agent. The law is very rigorous on this point which is expressed well by: “Dual Agency and Real Estate Brokers &#8211; The Needs for Full Disclosure.”</p>\n<p>When you agree to such dual agency, you are relinquishing a negotiating strength.</p>\n<p>If you rely on a broker to guide you and also agree to their acting as dual agent, you are expecting an illogical relationship. Dual agency will eliminate much of the advantage that you gain by having broker representation.</p>\n<p>Agreeing to have a dual agent represent you in a sale is something you should consider very carefully.</p>\n<p>Possibility Two: you choose Charlene as the lister and receive an offer. Your circumstances are the same as the Cindy scenario above.</p>\n<p>Since Charlene is working under a supervising broker, her broker is responsible for her conduct.  and since her broker is a dual agent who is the listing broker and the buyer&#8217;s representative, your exposure to conflict of interest is the same as it is with Cindy. You must give up some of your negotiating leverage with a written agreement to allow Charlene to act as a dual agent (the agreement is nominally with Charlene’s supervising broker).</p>\n<p>Possibility Three: you choose Ted to represent you. He does not represent buyers in any transaction and commits to that in the listing contract.</p>\n<p>If the offer comes from any source and you have listed with Ted—effectively a brokerage that does not ever represent buyers—your negotiating information should be safe from disclosure to the buyer.<br />\nTed will normally agree to pay the buyer’s agent or broker a percentage of the fee you have agreed to in your listing agreement, but this will not affect his obligation to keep your information confidential.</p>\n<p>A video on the subject that illustrates the confusing complexity of this agency relationship is at https://youtu.be/jFchMcyNm60.<br />\nIf you are a seller and find that this post has raised questions, please contact us at Law Offices of Dorfman and Sitzberger, for a consultation on your set of circumstances.<br />\nScenario Two:  You are a buyer. You want to realize the best price and terms when you purchase and want your agent to be a good negotiator.  You want someone who will not reveal any of your negotiating weaknesses to the seller.</p>\n<p>Possibility One: You meet Cindy as she is holding an open house on one of her listings.</p>\n<p>You consider her to represent you in making an offer on her listing.</p>\n<p>You reason that since she is the lister, she will provide you with more information on the seller&#8217;s circumstances than any non-lister of the property, however&#8230;<br />\nYou must agree to dual agency and thus relinquish your right to total confidentiality concerning your negotiating weaknesses.</p>\n<p>Possibility Two: You meet Charlene.</p>\n<p>You consider her to represent you in your search.  She tells you that under her supervising broker, she is a &#8220;Buyer&#8217;s Only&#8221; agent and only works with buyers.</p>\n<p>However, since her broker takes listings, she has the same obligations to any seller who has hired Charlene&#8217;s broker as their listing broker.</p>\n<p>Possibility Three: You meet Fred, (a fourth category of agent) who explains that he is an &#8220;Exclusive Buyers Agent&#8221; and neither he nor his supervising broker ever take listings.</p>\n<p>Ted is under no obligation to reveal any of your confidential circumstances to any seller or seller&#8217;s agent.<br />\nHe will have no incentive to show listings from any particular broker.<br />\nHe will expect you to accept an agreement that you are responsible for his commission in case of a sale.<br />\nHe will explain that in negotiating on your behalf he will often receive the customary commission split from a seller&#8217;s broker which he will deduct from your commission obligation.</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_code et_pb_code_0\">\n				\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_code -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_section --><div class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_6 formwhite et_pb_with_background et_section_regular\" >\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					<div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_2\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_4  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_3  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1 class=\"text-align-center\">Contact Us Now to Schedule a Meeting</h1></div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column -->\n				\n				\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_row --><div class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_3\">\n				<div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_5  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_4  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>11750 Ridge Road</p>\n<p>Nevada City, CA 95959</p>\n<p>Debra Sitzberger <a href=\"tel:5302741321\">(530) 274-1321</a></p>\n<p>debra@dorfmansitzberger.com</p>\n<p>(Note: we do not handle evictions)</p>\n<p>Neil Dorfman <a href=\"tel:5305596881\">(530) 559-6881</a></p>\n<p>dorfman@goodfaithlaw.com</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/privacy-policy/\">Privacy Policy</a>  |  <a href=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/terms-of-service/\">Terms of Service</a> | <a href=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/disclaimer/\">Disclaimer</a></p></div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_5  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">Copyright © 2016 - 2023  dorfmanandsitzberger.com</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text -->\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_column --><div class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_pb_column_6  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_map_0 et_pb_map_container\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_map\" data-center-lat=\"39.247066754693364\" data-center-lng=\"-121.05441788623045\" data-zoom=\"12\" data-mouse-wheel=\"on\" data-mobile-dragging=\"on\"></div>\n				<div class=\"et_pb_map_pin\" data-lat=\"39.2414831\" data-lng=\"-121.05613449999998\" data-title=\"Our Local Office\">\n				<h3 style=\"margin-top:10px\">Our Local Office</h3>\n				<div class=\"infowindow\"><p>We serve all of California from our Grass Valley / Nevada City, California Office. 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California.<br />\nFirst rule of thumb: Disclose, disclose, disclose.<br />\nThere are 2 main disclosure documents used in most residential purchase agreements and sale agreements, published by the California Association of Realtors. The “Transfer Disclosure Statement” and the “Seller Property Questionnaire.”</p>\n<p>Many sellers mistakenly assume that selecting all “no’s” on these forms is a good thing and that if you simply answer all the questions you are in the clear.</p>\n<p>That is wrong.<br />\nHow to fill out the seller&#8217;s disclosures forms:<br />\n“Yes” answers with an explanation protect you as the seller. Any issue that arises relating to a question that you answered “no” to is likely to cause you problems. You are better off over-disclosing because when buyers come after a seller for a problem, it is because it was not disclosed.<br />\nHow to use the forms to disclose:<br />\nAfter each group of questions, there are tiny lines for your explanation. The lines are always inadequate so, write in “See Addendum A” on those lines, and include your explanation/s on a separate piece of paper, called &#8220;Addendum A.&#8221;</p>\n<p>You are responsible for telling the buyer what you know, but you are not required to do an investigation to discover things you don&#8217;t know about.</p>\n<p>In a claim for nondisclosure, the buyer has to prove that you actually knew about the problem. It is not enough that you should have known.</p>\n<p>However, a judge or jury might conclude that you did know. Evidence of you actually knowing can come from neighbors with whom you discussed the problem; or from service people that you had working on the house; or even from the disclosures that you received when you bought the house.<br />\nCarefully consider the traps in your answers and statements:<br />\nThere are traps for the unwary in the Transfer Disclosure Statement and Seller Property Questionnaire. There questions that touch on the same sort of things. These topics overlap:  mold or moisture; alterations; settling; flooding, grading and drainage; nuisance; CCRS; walls, fences and driveways. Make sure your answers match on questions that overlap!</p>\n<p>A lot of questions deserve a “yes” answer like fire abatement; alterations, modifications and repairs; ongoing maintenance.  What house doesn’t have maintenance? Check the preliminary title report to see any issues on schedule B—chances are there are a few that you are expected to know about.</p>\n<p>Don’t forget to give the buyer all the reports, inspections, seller&#8217;s disclosures, warranties, maintenance recommendations, estimates, studies, and surveys or other documents about the property.</p>\n<p>Finally, don’t limit yourself to what’s on the forms. 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the typical “players” are in the course of a residential purchase and sale and the legal obligations and liabilities that each may bear. Whole articles can, and have been written about the law relating to each one of these persons, and in the future, we will concentrate on each, but for now, this will provide some orientation if you are involved in buying or selling a home. Before we discuss the “players” it is worthwhile discussing some basic real estate terminology.<br />\nBasic Concepts, “In Escrow,” “Closing” etc.<br />\nIn real estate speak, transactions are regarded as “in escrow” when the parties have agreed upon the basic terms of the contract and are waiting for the parties to exercise their rights (like conducting inspections) and options (such as voiding the contract if they don’t like the inspection results). When/if the parties actually get to the point of paying money in exchange for passing the title, the transaction is said to have “closed.” Thus, a transaction can be “in escrow” for a while, and then have “closed,” However if one of the parties pulls out of the contract, in accordance with the contract terms or even in breach of the terms, the transaction is said to have “fallen out of escrow.”</p>\n<p>When the transaction is “in escrow” a “title insurance company” will issue a “preliminary title report” to the Buyer. The PTR basically lists all of the circumstances appearing on the record that prevent the Seller from conveying an absolutely clean title. For instance, it may note the gas company has an easement to maintain its pipes, or the neighbor has an easement to use the driveway. The PTR is a statement that the title insurance company might use to ensure that the Seller can convey a clean title, except for the items it has noted on the list (exceptions), and anything the Seller knows about already, or anything that a survey might have revealed is a problem. In this respect, a title insurance policy has been noted to be unique, in that it ensures circumstances that have already occurred (the status of the title), not circumstances that are yet to happen (like a fire). It is obviously very important for the Buyer and the Buyer’s agent to read the title report and if they don’t understand it seek clarification from the title company or an attorney.</p>\n<p>Transactions are “closed“ by an escrow company, which is often owned by a title insurance company. They act as the middleman between the parties. They keep the deposit and purchase money while the transaction is “in escrow.” When it comes time to “close” the escrow agent has the Buyer and Seller’s each sign the necessary documents. They make sure the Buyers have deposited the funds necessary to make the purchase and cover any applicable fees. They make sure the Sellers have signed the documents necessary to convey ownership. They make sure other monies will be distributed to make sure other encumbrances are paid off (like the Seller’s mortgage), and fees are paid (like judgment liens or the agents’ real estate commissions). The escrow agency is bound to follow the “Joint Escrow Instructions” of the parties.</p>\n<p>OK, with this said who are the main players in the typical residential real estate transaction and what are their duties?<br />\nThe Seller<br />\nObviously, the Seller is the person who owns the property and wishes to convey the property. The Seller of course is obligated to abide by the conditions of the typical purchase and sale agreement, which in most cases a form prepared by the California Association of Realtor (CAR) The CAR form provides that the Seller will convey good title to the Buyer upon the completion of the terms and conditions of the contract. That means that by the date the transaction closes he will be the owner and will convey it without any encumbrances affecting the title.</p>\n<p>Unless they do so by express representations, Seller’s do not warrant that the property they are selling is any particular condition. In other words, there is no Seller&#8217;s implied warranty of quality or physical condition.</p>\n<p>However, precisely because the Seller makes no implied warranty as to the condition of the property they have an important obligation to disclose to the Buyer any fact of which they are aware, and which they know the Buyer is not aware, that might affect the desirability or value of the property.</p>\n<p>So, a Seller is not protected by the simple statement that the property is being sold “As Is.” That only advises that the Seller is not intending on making any changes or improvements to the satisfy the Buyer in order to make the sale. Indeed, when property is being sold “as is” it is all the more important that the Seller disclose known material conditions of which the Buyer is unaware so that the Buyer can make an intelligent decision what the “is” in “as is,” actually “is.” As President Clinton infamously testified, it comes down to what the meaning of “is” is. In a following article we will discuss traps for the Seller in fulfilling their obligation of disclosure. Absent some reason to suspect the Seller has made a misrepresentation, the Buyer is under no obligation to confirm the Seller’s representations.</p>\n<p>In addition to their obligation to disclose conditions about the home of which they are aware, the Seller is also obligated to complete various disclosure forms that are provided for by state statutes.<br />\nThe Seller’s or “Listing” Agent/Broker<br />\nThe Seller’s or “Listing” Agent and Broker is the agent and Broker the Seller has chosen to represent them in the sale of the property. The Agent is usually an independent contractor or employee working for the Broker. As a practical matter, the Broker is going to be found liable for the errors and omissions of the Agent.</p>\n<p>By statute, the Seller’s agent owes a fiduciary duty of utmost care, integrity, honesty and loyalty to the Seller. Fiduciary duty is the highest level of duty owed under the law, such as a trustee might owe to the beneficiary of a trust. So, for instance, a Seller’s agent has to disclose relationships they might have with the Buyers. He also owes the Seller the diligent exercise of reasonable skill and care in the performance of the agent’s duties, as well as the duty of honesty and fair dealing.</p>\n<p>That duty of professionalism means the Seller’s agent is the consultant to the Seller, for instance in investigating the creditworthiness of a Buyer to whom the Seller is going to extend financing.</p>\n<p>Another area the agent may be assisting the Seller in is in complying with the Seller’s obligation of disclosure. We have had many cases in which a Seller has advised their agent of various circumstances affecting the property, which the agent has told the Seller they need not disclose. If those undisclosed circumstances turn out to be important, both the agent and the Seller can be held liable for non-disclosure, even if the Seller was advised by the agent it need not be disclosed.</p>\n<p>At the same time, the Seller’s agent is not obliged to investigate the ramifications of facts they are told about by the Seller or determine if what the Seller tells them is true or not. They must merely make sure they are disclosed if they are material. And they must make sure they do not make misrepresentations concerning the condition of the property in the course of marketing it, such as misrepresenting that the property has a certain number of bedrooms, or misstating the acreage etc.</p>\n<p>The Seller’s agent is obligated to do their own a visual inspection of accessible areas of the property and to make their own disclosure of anything of note that they observe.</p>\n<p>The Seller’s agent not only is obliged to the Seller, they have a duty to the Buyer of reasonable skill and care, honesty, and fair dealing. This means the Seller’s agent owes a duty to the Buyer to disclose material circumstance affecting the property of which the agent is aware, even if the Seller is not aware of them, or does not want to disclose them. That can occur when the agent has been involved in the purchase of the property when the Seller, or a previous owner, bought it or sold it. It happens. If the agent fails to disclose material circumstance of which they are aware, both the agent and the Seller may be liable, even if the Seller himself was unaware of the material circumstances.</p>\n<p>The Seller’s agent is paid by a commission they receive from the Seller upon the sale of the property, typically 6%. They will generally split that commission with an agent that brings them a Buyer.<br />\nThe Buyer<br />\nThe Buyer is obviously the party seeking to purchase the property. They are obligated to abide by their promises made in the purchase and sale agreement, the most important of which is to pay the purchase price by the date designated in the contract in which the transaction is scheduled to “close.” They also owe to the Seller an obligation of good faith and honesty. So, they cannot lie to the Seller about their creditworthiness in trying to persuade the Seller to extend them Seller financing.</p>\n<p>More broadly, however, the Buyer is obligated to take those steps necessary to protect their own interests.<br />\nAs stated, the Seller has a duty to disclose material conditions unknown to the Buyer and that are not within the Buyer&#8217;s “diligent attention and observation.” So, if the Buyer fails to exercise “diligent attention and observation” such as making a diligent visual inspection of the property, or calling for professional inspections where appropriate, they risk excusing misrepresentations by the Seller.</p>\n<p>The Buyer cannot simply accept statements of the Seller without investigation when the circumstances would not lead a reasonable person with their knowledge and experience to do so without further inquiry or investigation. A Buyer of real property may well be charged with knowledge of the facts a reasonable inspection would disclose.<br />\nThe Buyer’s Agent<br />\nWhile the Seller’s agent has no duty to discover the condition of the premises beyond their visual inspection, or to investigate the ramifications or truth of the Seller’s representations, the Buyer’s agent&#8217;s obligations are far different.</p>\n<p>The Buyer’s agent owes the Buyer a fiduciary duty which encompasses the “utmost” care, and “diligent” exercise of skill and care. While the Seller’s agent must disclose facts, the Buyer’s agent must learn the facts. The Buyer’s agent must read everything and alert the Buyer if there is anything of particular importance contained in documents, such as unknown liens or easements encumbering the property disclosed on the preliminary title report.</p>\n<p>The Buyer’s agent is the Buyer’s’ real estate advisor, who must investigate the representations made by the Seller, determine their possible ramifications, and advise concerning the need for further investigations and inspections, and the advisability of the transaction itself. The Buyer’s agent is not expected to render advise beyond his or her training, such as engineering or legal advice, but is obligated to advise the Buyer to seek that type of advise when it appears necessary to do so.</p>\n<p>Importantly, the Buyer’s agent may not take at face value the representations of the Seller/Seller’s agent, he must either verify them or warn the Buyer that they are unverified. The Buyer’s agent’s obligations in this regard become particularly important when the Buyers have expressed a feature of the real estate with which they are particularly concerned, such as they really, really, want property they can subdivide. In that situation the Agent cannot merely accept the Seller’s representation the property can be sub-divided, unless he warns the Buyer he has done nothing to verify if it is or is not.</p>\n<p>The Buyer’s agent is generally paid by receiving half of the commission the Seller owes to the Seller’s agent<br />\nThe Dual Agent<br />\nA dual agent is one that represents both the Seller and the Buyer. The dual agent is the enviable position of being paid the full commission for selling the property without splitting it with another agent that has brought them a Buyer. When one agent lists the property and then also finds a Buyer for it, it is sometimes called “double ending” the transaction.</p>\n<p>There is nothing illegal about it, the position has its perils however. As a dual agent, the agent owes fiduciary duties to both the Buyer and the Seller. The same is true of a brokerage company in which both the Seller’s agent and Buyer’s agent are employed.</p>\n<p>The dual agent must, on behalf of the Seller, make sure the Seller has made all necessary disclosures, and then must, on behalf of the Buyer, must assist the Buyer to investigate all the ramifications of those disclosed facts and advise what further investigations should be undertaken.</p>\n<p>The dual agent has the obligation to communicate all offers or counter offers of either party to the other but is prevented from communicating confidential information such as what a party would “take” or “settle for.”<br />\nConclusion<br />\nAs this overview indicates, the sale of residential real estate employs a disclosure/investigation model. The Seller and his or her agent must disclose known material facts. The Buyers must protect themselves by doing any necessary investigation that the disclosure of such information indicates might be prudent. The Buyer’s agent is the Buyers consultant as to what that investigation should entail.</p>\n<p>Like any system based on disclosure, the law creates an obligation of honesty and good faith on the part of the parties. 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et_pb_text et_pb_text_22  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">&nbsp;</p>\n<p> Kevin P.</p>\n<p>God bless both of you!! Please do me a huge favor&#8230;.<br />\nEach of you take 30 seconds (or 10 seconds) and picture [me] Kevin P., my looks, my stories etc.   OK, now think for a second about my case.<br />\nLook at what a super- wonderful thing you did for me.<br />\nWow!   That is one hell of an act of service, huh? I hope you let yourself feel auspicious and very proud of what you have given to J. [my wife] and I.<br />\nI hope we see each other again&#8230;.for whatever. You guys are the coolest!</p>\n<p>Tim Hood</p>\n<p>I was deep into negotiations on purchasing a commercial property when it became very apparent that I was in way over my head as I had never owned any commercial property before and the only realtor involved represented the seller. I did an internet search in the Grass Valley region for a real estate lawyer, found Debra and gave her a call. She answered personally and that same day I met with her. She guided me through the whole negotiation and purchase process including setting up an LLC and complying with all the regulatory requirements. Her advice, guidance and quick responses were indispensable to the very fast 23 day closing process. I highly recommend her and will continue to utilize her services whenever needed in all future commercial property endeavors.</p>\n<p>Lynn Rose</p>\n<p>Debra is a wonderful attorney. She has worked diligently on my case, even while she was on her much needed vacation. I would highly recommend her to any and all. You are only allowed to rate on a 1-5 basis. I would rate her so much higher if it was possible. People, if you have legal issues pertaining to property &#8230; Debra Sitzberger should definitely be your ‘Go To Attorney ‘ Thank You Debra </p>\n<p>Vern ClintonSilk Shorts, Inc.</p>\n<p>I have been doing business with Debra Sitzberger and Neil Dorfman for over a year. I have been extremely impressed with the high regard in which they are held by their clients. I highly recommend them to all of my family and business associates.</p>\n<p>Tanya B.</p>\n<p>Debra is very compassionate and attentive. I recently consulted with her on a real estate case. After calling numerous attorneys and paying for them to&#8230; Read More</p>\n<p>Karen B.</p>\n<p>I was referred to Attorney Debbi Sitzberger as one who could possibly answer my question that required the expertise of a tax attorney. Ms. Sitzberger&#8230; Read More</p>\n<p>Robert B.</p>\n<p>The law offices of Dorfman and Sitzberger have been assisting me and my business since around 2005. Neil and Debra are quite the team. With their varied&#8230; Read More</p>\n<p>&nbsp;</div>\n			</div> <!-- .et_pb_text --><div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_23  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n				\n				\n				<div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"> <div class=\"bne-testimonial-wrapper testimonial-wrapper-id-140 testimonial-api testimonial-api-single testimonial-layout-masonry testimonial-theme-default testimonial-left testimonial-arrangement-1 testimonial-transient-true  testimonial-branding clearfix\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Product\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Dorfman and Sitzberger\"><span itemprop=\"aggregateRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/AggregateRating\"><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"5\"><meta itemprop=\"ratingCount\" content=\"9\"></span><div id=\"masonry-id-748\" class=\"bne-testimonial-masonry-wrapper\"><div id=\"testimonial-id-g-1571084207\" class=\"testimonial-api-google testimonial-single col-3-masonry \" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope 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assisted me with solid advice and direction on how to proceed with a issue we were experiencing in a Real Estate purchase.</p>\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"readmore\">Read More</a></div></div><div class=\"clear\"></div></div><div id=\"testimonial-id-g-1535259112\" class=\"testimonial-api-google testimonial-single col-3-masonry \" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Review\"><div class=\"testimonial-author \" style=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/AOh14GhKVPiH5KF_XvJPN2ffmGUI-uG-4r1IJ6oqAzXs=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo?sz=150\" class=\"testimonial-image testimonial-square testimonial-crop-thumbnail\" alt=\"Tim Hood\" height=\"100\" width=\"100\"/><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Dorfman and Sitzberger Review\"><span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Person\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Tim Hood\"></span><meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2018-08-26\"><span class=\"testimonial-name\">Tim Hood</span><span class=\"testimonial-website\"><a href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117394353528383868795/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Review\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/wp-content/plugins/bne-testimonials-pro/assets/images/branding-google.png\" alt=\"Powered by Google\" class=\"branding-logo\" width=\"100\" height=\"13\" /></a></span><div class=\"testimonial-rating rating-5\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Rating\"><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"1\"><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"5\"><meta itemprop=\"bestRating\" content=\"5\"></div></div><div class=\"testimonial-content \" style=\"\"><div class=\"testimonial-message message-limit\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"><p>I was deep into negotiations on purchasing a commercial property when it became very apparent that I was in way over my head as I had never owned any commercial property before and the only realtor involved represented the seller. I did an internet search in the Grass Valley region for a real estate lawyer, found Debra and gave her a call. She answered personally and that same day I met with her. She guided me through the whole negotiation and purchase process including setting up an LLC and complying with all the regulatory requirements. Her advice, guidance and quick responses were indispensable to the very fast 23 day closing process. I highly recommend her and will continue to utilize her services whenever needed in all future commercial property endeavors.</p>\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"readmore\">Read More</a></div></div><div class=\"clear\"></div></div><div id=\"testimonial-id-g-1490202738\" class=\"testimonial-api-google testimonial-single col-3-masonry \" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Review\"><div class=\"testimonial-author \" style=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-GWkZmC1lMeA/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAAAA/AMZuucl3TOqrxjb-iOmEz5MuIMPaBmOdAA/s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo/photo.jpg?sz=150\" class=\"testimonial-image testimonial-square testimonial-crop-thumbnail\" alt=\"Rachael Pfadt\" height=\"100\" width=\"100\"/><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Dorfman and Sitzberger Review\"><span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Person\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Rachael Pfadt\"></span><meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2017-03-22\"><span class=\"testimonial-name\">Rachael Pfadt</span><span class=\"testimonial-website\"><a href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/105664214053315172240/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Review\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/wp-content/plugins/bne-testimonials-pro/assets/images/branding-google.png\" alt=\"Powered by Google\" class=\"branding-logo\" width=\"100\" height=\"13\" /></a></span><div class=\"testimonial-rating rating-5\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Rating\"><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"1\"><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"5\"><meta itemprop=\"bestRating\" content=\"5\"></div></div><div class=\"testimonial-content \" style=\"\"><div class=\"testimonial-message message-limit\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"><p>This team is amazing! The knowledge they share and the experience they  have can conquer all your legal business needs! They share great information weekly and take excellent care of their clients. HIGHLY recommend!!!</p>\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"readmore\">Read More</a></div></div><div class=\"clear\"></div></div><div id=\"testimonial-id-g-1557512448\" class=\"testimonial-api-google testimonial-single col-3-masonry \" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Review\"><div class=\"testimonial-author \" style=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-ePdcjCQhLDw/AAAAAAAAAAI/AAAAAAAAAAA/AMZuucmtXsER7CE78BXQ7l-L5Gj115J-tA/s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo/photo.jpg?sz=150\" class=\"testimonial-image testimonial-square testimonial-crop-thumbnail\" alt=\"Alyson Dorfman\" height=\"100\" width=\"100\"/><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Dorfman and Sitzberger Review\"><span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Person\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Alyson Dorfman\"></span><meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2019-05-10\"><span class=\"testimonial-name\">Alyson Dorfman</span><span class=\"testimonial-website\"><a href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113271777260818064862/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Review\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/wp-content/plugins/bne-testimonials-pro/assets/images/branding-google.png\" alt=\"Powered by Google\" class=\"branding-logo\" width=\"100\" height=\"13\" /></a></span><div class=\"testimonial-rating rating-5\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Rating\"><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"1\"><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"5\"><meta itemprop=\"bestRating\" content=\"5\"></div></div><div class=\"testimonial-content \" style=\"\"><div class=\"testimonial-message message-limit\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"><p>Thank you for filing our articles of incorporation. You made it so easy!!</p>\n <a href=\"#\" class=\"readmore\">Read More</a></div></div><div class=\"clear\"></div></div><div id=\"testimonial-id-g-1486055146\" class=\"testimonial-api-google testimonial-single col-3-masonry \" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Review\"><div class=\"testimonial-author \" style=\"\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/a-/AOh14Gh4QhdkfDPzbNmx4Yy0-s5p9UNHI-sEikywNndGHQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo?sz=150\" class=\"testimonial-image testimonial-square testimonial-crop-thumbnail\" alt=\"Machen MacDonald\" height=\"100\" width=\"100\"/><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Dorfman and Sitzberger Review\"><span itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Person\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Machen MacDonald\"></span><meta itemprop=\"datePublished\" content=\"2017-02-02\"><span class=\"testimonial-name\">Machen MacDonald</span><span class=\"testimonial-website\"><a href=\"https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116421560498691084449/reviews\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Google Review\" rel=\"noreferrer nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https://dorfmanandsitzberger.com/wp-content/plugins/bne-testimonials-pro/assets/images/branding-google.png\" alt=\"Powered by Google\" class=\"branding-logo\" width=\"100\" height=\"13\" /></a></span><div class=\"testimonial-rating rating-5\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"http://schema.org/Rating\"><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><span class=\"bne-icon-star-filled bne-stars\" style=\"color:#E7711C;\"></span><meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"1\"><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"5\"><meta itemprop=\"bestRating\" content=\"5\"></div></div><div class=\"testimonial-content \" style=\"\"><div class=\"testimonial-message message-limit\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"><p>Debra is a true professional in every sense of the word. She has a deep understanding of the law and is able to help her clients get what they want. 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