William Simmons, lawyers in La Jolla, CA, California

Fraud in Real Estate Transactions

Real estate transactions are fraught with opportunities for fraud. In fact, it seems to happen all the time.More...

Noisy Neighbors

The regulation of noise from any source is governed by state and local law. Sometimes, the rules governing the rental of leased premises also restrict noise levels. Lastly, the rules governing planned unit developments often set forth prohibitions against unreasonable levels of noise. Protections against noise vary widely and must be consulted individually for further details.More...

Trees - Fruit & Nut Trees

Generally speaking, a property owner may cut back branches and roots that stray onto the property owner's property. The right of self-help, as it is called, is not found in state law; however, it derives from the common law. The rationale behind the right of self-help is that, to the extent possible, property owners should be able to protect their interests without the necessity of resorting to the courts.More...

Legal Research on Real Estate Law

Today, more so than ever before, non-lawyers have occasion to conduct legal research. A question involving real estate law may provide such an opportunity. The process can be quite daunting.More...

Disputes between Landlords and Tenants

A wide variety of disputes can arise between a landlord and a tenant. The nature of the dispute can be large or small. For instance, the dispute can relate to the responsibility for a minor repair to the leased premises. In other circumstances, however, the disputes can involve thousands of dollars. More...