Santa Cruz Civil Litigation Lawyers

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Litigation Lawyers in Santa Cruz

In Santa Cruz, California "civil litigation" refers to the procedure through which a court decides legal disputes that are not criminal in nature. They can involve private and public entities.

It's important to remember what purpose civil litigation in Santa Cruz, California is meant to serve. The purpose of civil litigation is not to punish individuals who have done wrong, or provide victims with some sort of moral vindication.

Rather than punishing wrongdoers, civil litigation in Santa Cruz, California serves the purpose of compensating individuals when they have been injured, and can prove that another party bears sufficient fault to be held liable for the harm. Normally, this compensation comes in the form of money. However, there are other remedies, such as injunctions, which are available in some cases.

Common subjects of civil litigation in Santa Cruz, California

Virtually anything can be the subject of civil litigation in Santa Cruz, California. After all, a legal wrong can be committed in just about any case imaginable. But, relatively few areas give rise to civil litigation most frequently in Santa Cruz, California.

Employment: Employers and employees in Santa Cruz, California have a distinct relationship. It can be a major source of friction. When disputes involving wages, discrimination, or on-the-job injuries arise, civil litigation is an extremely strong possibility if the parties cannot resolve their disagreement amicably.

Personal Injury: When somebody suffers an injury at the hands of someone else, they are legally entitled to compensation from the person who injured them. They typically seek this compensation through civil litigation in Santa Cruz, California courts. This compensation can come in a few different forms, such as money, or a court order compelling the defendant to do something (or stop something they're already doing), known as an "injunction." However, injunctive relief is only granted when no amount of monetary relief can adequately compensate the plaintiff.

Family: Family relationships in Santa Cruz, California can sometimes become pretty strained, leading to civil litigation among family members. Civil litigation in the family context is most common between former spouses, and typically involves things like child custody, alimony, and child support.

How Can a Santa Cruz, California Lawyer Help?

Civil litigation in Santa Cruz, California can get very complex, and emotions can run high throughout the process. Furthermore, individuals are often faced with civil litigation when they least expect it.

Consequently, it's always a good idea to find a lawyer in Santa Cruz, California who specializes in civil litigation, if it looks like you're going to be facing a civil litigation issue in the near future.

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Life in Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz, California is the largest city in, and county seat of, Santa Cruz County. It has a population of about 60,000 people.

Santa Cruz was the location of a Spanish settlement that was established in 1791. Beginning in the mid-20th century, and continuing to this day, Santa Cruz has long been a center of liberal and progressive social activism. In 1992, Santa Cruz, California became one of the first cities in the United States to legalize medical marijuana. The presence of the University of California, Santa Cruz adds to this culture of activism. It is also the largest employer in Santa Cruz, with about 7,000 workers.

UC Santa Cruz does not have a law school, but many of its graduates go on to attend other California law schools, and become successful Santa Cruz, California lawyers.

If you are a resident of Santa Cruz, and are in need of legal help, you can almost certainly find a Santa Cruz, California attorney who can assist you.

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