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Ransomware- what is it??

Hacking has been in the news for the last few years. There was the Sony Hack, DNC emails and US Olympic athletes medical records released via hacking. There is a great tv show called Mr. Robot that shows various levels of hacking techniques. But there is…
Hacking has been in the news for the last few years. There was the Sony Hack, DNC emails and US Olympic athletes medical records released via hacking. There is a great television … http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2017/07/ransomware-what-it/

Learn all you can at the RCLL

The Riverside County Law Library is scheduling programs for all of its patrons. From the lowly pro se litigant who knows little or nothing about legal research to the dyed in the wool legal eagle who need everything from self-study MCLE to live programs,…
Did you know that the Riverside County Law Library ("RCLL") regularly schedules programs for both attorneys and non-attorneys? Sure, we do. For non-attorneys, our Legal Resea… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2017/06/learn-all-you-can-rcll/

Marijuana and the Law

On April 12, 2017, the Riverside County Law Library hosted “Marijuana and the Law,” an MCLE event for National Library Week. The MCLE was presented by Mike Donaldson, Esq and Deputy District Attorney Greg Rollins. Both were amazing speakers and were able …
On April 12, 2017, the Riverside County Law Library hosted “Marijuana and the Law,” an MCLE event for National Library Week. The MCLE was presented by Mike Donaldson, Esq and Depu… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2017/04/marijuana-and-law/

Lawyers in the Library

Free 20 minute consultations with an attorney, offered monthly at the Indio Branch of the Riverside County Law Library.
Have you ever: Needed help completing a court form? Had a procedural question? Just not know where to begin with a (legal) situation? Then a trip to the Indio B… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2017/04/lawyers-library/

RCLL's LW17 Legal Clinic

While library staff cannot give legal advice, once a year the RCLL hosts a legal clinic where attorneys can provide legal advice to anyone during National Library Week.
Library Week is a time to celebrate libraries. In addition to the programs we offer, and the resources we provide, one thing many Riversidians look forward to every year is the L… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2017/04/exception-legal-advice/

Naturalization Information Session

On January 19, 2017, the Temecula Law Resource Center hosted a Naturalization Information Session presented by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The presenter was Brandon L. Menancio, a USCIS community relations officer.
On January 19, 2017, the Temecula Law Resource Center hosted a Naturalization Information Session presented by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). The … http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2017/01/naturalization-information-session1/

Keep Your Thumbs on the Wheel

New driving law to take effect January 1, 2017.
Governor Brown has signed a number of bills to take effect on January 1, 2017. One such bill is Assembly Bill 1785 which has been added to the existing Vehicle Code 23123.5. This… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/12/keep-your-thumbs-wheel/

A New World for Selfies, Part II

Animals (and monkies) cannot own the copyright to photographs
About a year ago, I wrote a blog regarding copyright ownership when an animal, in this case a macaque monkey in Indonesia, took a selfie in 2011. Three groups were battling – PETA,… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/11/new-world-selfies-part-ii/

Is it legal to show my completed ballot?

Depending on the state in which you reside, it may be illegal to show your ballot to anyone.
You may have heard that the son of the Republican presidential candidate, Eric Trump, posted a picture of his prepared ballot on Twitter. While this may not sound like a very big… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/11/it-legal-show-my-ballot/

National Pro Bono Week

In celebration of National Pro Bono Week the Temecula Law Resource Center organized a free legal clinic at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library. The event took place on Thursday, October 27, 2016 from 10am-2pm. This was our biggest free legal cl…
In celebration of National Pro Bono Week the Temecula Law Resource Center organized a free legal clinic at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library. The event took place on T… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/11/national-pro-bono-week/

Help You Help Yourself

The Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library hosted the on-going series “Help You Help Yourself.” The goal of this series is to bring legal resources to the local community. This family law class was open to the public and free for anyone wishing to atte…
The Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library hosted the on-going series “Help You Help Yourself.” The goal of this series is to bring legal resources to the local community. This… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/09/help-you-help-yourself/

County law libraries celebrate 125 years of service at CCCLL Fall Meeting

On August 17th, county law librarians throughout the state were joined by local legislative representatives and dignitaries in celebrating the 125th Anniversary of California’s county law libraries
On August 17th, county law librarians throughout the state were joined by local legislative representatives and dignitaries in celebrating the 125th Anniversary of California’s co… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/08/county-law-libraries-celebrate-125-years-service-cccll-fall-meeting/

Summer Legal Scholars

On August 9, 2016, the city of Temecula as part of the Summer Legal Scholars hosted State Bar President David J. Pasternak. Mr. Pasternak spoke to the undergraduate students about the bar exam, state bar services and networking.
On August 9, 2016, the city of Temecula as part of the Summer Legal Scholars hosted State Bar President David J. Pasternak. Mr. Pasternak spoke to the undergraduate students abou… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/08/summer-legal-s/

Estate Planning 101: Mistakes to Avoid

The Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library in conjunction with the Riverside County Law Library hosted, “Estate Planning 101: Mistakes to Avoid.” The class was open to the public and free for anyone wishing to attend and was organized by the Temecula L…
The Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library in conjunction with the Riverside County Law Library hosted, “Estate Planning 101: Mistakes to Avoid.” The class was open to the publ… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/07/estate-planning-101-mistakes-avoid/

Using “smart” devices are not so smart: a recap of the 2016 AALL Annual Conference and Meeting

While “smart” technology is great and fun and fun to use, it can also be used against you in a court of law. So, best to play safe and be sure you’re not doing something that your “smart” devices can be used to tattle on you.
Do you own a Fitbit? For those who are unfamiliar, is a physical activity device that records your physical condition, how many miles you walked, your blood pressure and other pe… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/07/using-smart-devices-are-not-so-smart-recap-2016-aall-annual-conference-and-meeting/

Westlaw Next MCLE

In celebration of National Law Day, the Temecula Law Resource Center hosted an MCLE, "Westlaw Next, how to use the database."
The Temecula Law Resource Center hosted an MCLE, “Westlaw Next, How to Use the Database.” The event took place on May 6, 2016 from 12 pm – 1 pm at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula P… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/05/westlaw-next-mcle/

Free Legal Clinic for National Library Week

The Temecula Law Resource Center hosted a free legal clinic for National Library Week on April 12, 2016.
In celebration of National Library Week at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library the Temecula Law Resource Center hosted a Free Legal Clinic on April 12, 2016 from 10am-2p… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/04/free-legal-clinic-national-library-week/

Evictions

The Temecula Law Resource Center at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library hosted an on-going series “Help You Help Yourself” by the Riverside County Self Help attorneys. The topic was an orientation on evictions. The presenters were Nina Magno and…
The Temecula Law Resource Center at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library hosted an on-going series “Help You Help Yourself” by the Riverside County Self Help attorneys. T… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2016/03/evictions/

Help You Help Yourself

Efren (our Temecula Law Resource Center liaison) hosted a presentation titled “Help You Help Yourself” by the Family Law Facilitators. The topic was an orientation on family law issues. The presenters were Nina Magno and Joanne Cuevas.
We get all kinds of questions at the Temecula Law Resource Center. People ask about family law, estate planning, landlord/tenant issues, you name it, people have asked it. While w… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2015/12/help-you-help-yourself/

Pro Bono Clinic

On Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 10am-2pm the Temecula Public Library in conjunction with the Riverside County Law Library hosted a free legal clinic. The event was in celebration of National Pro Bono Week. The clinic was organized by the Temecula Law R…
On Thursday, October 29, 2015 from 10am-2pm the Temecula Public Library in conjunction with the Riverside County Law Library hosted a free legal clinic. The event was in celebrati… http://rclawlibrary.org/community/blog/2015/11/pro-bono-clinic/

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