Sacramento Law Firm News & Updates

Losing a loved one is never easy. There is no way a financial settlement can replace them, or compensate you for the loss. When your loved one’s death is due to another person, business, or company, the only way your rights can be upheld is through providing for your recovery. This means you will be compensated not only for monetary expenses, but also for your suffering and loss of happiness, among other losses. Our trusted wrongful death lawyers at Bowman & Associates will support you through the process and protect your rights in order to see justice served.

Our wrongful death attorneys can help handle wrongful cases involving:

• Medical malpractice
• Motor vehicle accidents
• Construction accidents
• Nursing home abuse
• Unsafe or malfunctioning products
• Deaths resulting from other personal injuries Read More »

There are not many times in your life that you think about your will, or what will happen to your assets when you pass away. In many cases, it becomes too late to create a valid will and your wealth becomes the victim of the state. Don’t let a stranger decide where your assets go – be prepared for your family’s future and make the distribution of of your assets free of disputes. Contact one of our experienced Wills, Trusts, and Probate attorneys today to discuss your options.

Beneficiaries, Trustees, Heirs, and Executors all have some say in what happens when a loved one passes away. Because there are so many opinions and emotions, arguments and misunderstandings will be unavoidable. These situations can be avoided with a properly drafted will or through trusts. In the worst case scenario, your survivors may end up in court over what you leave behind for them. These trials can be lengthy and complex. The easiest way to avoid unnecessary litigation is to speak to a lawyer to begin planning for the inevitable future of leaving your assets behind. Read More »

At the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, APC, we have thirty years of experience representing clients with criminal convictions and DUI offenses. Our reputation for high quality and aggressive legal representation will be proven when you see positive results in your case. Our professional and diligent attorneys will go the extra mile in order to protect your rights. Being convicted of a crime does not mean you are a criminal. Let our criminal defense attorneys work for you so that you can obtain the best possible results.

At Bowman & Associates, we deal with many criminal defense cases, as well as DUI/DWI convictions. Our team, led by Sacramento Criminal Law Lawyer David P. Foos, has the necessary experience in every area of criminal and traffic charges to help you. If you are facing jail time or other serious penalties, we are confident we can help to reduce or even remove them.

Our attorneys have experience in virtually all areas of criminal defense. If you have been convicted of a crime, the sooner you act, the better. Consultation with one of our experienced criminal defense lawyers will give us a head start in building a strong defense. Depending on your conviction, the amount of time between being arrested and contacting a lawyer could be the difference between walking free or being behind bars. Read More »

At The Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, we handle all types of traffic violations. We have 30 years of combined experience protecting your rights. We serve clients throughout San Joaquin County and Sacramento. If you have been charged with a traffic violation, you should not let it affect your insurance or driving record. Paying for the ticket might get it out of your mind, but it will linger by increasing your insurance premiums and adding points to your license, or even end in suspension of your license. Don’t let this happen – hire an experienced lawyer who is familiar with traffic law and can defend your rights.

Our lawyers handle any misdemeanor or felony related to traffic violations. Speeding tickets, reckless driving citations, hit and run charges, driving with a suspended license, running a stop sign or red light, and any other violation can be resolved through consultation with an attorney. Our traffic violation attorneys will help you get the best possible results on your case. Our traffic citation team has inside access to the system and knowledge that will prove crucial to your case. Read More »

Sexual harassment is defined as any unwelcome sexual advancement, requests for sexual favors, and any other conduct of sexual nature when submission to said conduct is the basis of employment decisions or creating a hostile work environment. There are many circumstances of sexual harassment that you may not be able to control, or are afraid to report due to your employment situation.

There are hundreds of unique situations that could affect you in your place of employment. Sexual innuendos and slurs as well as content in notes or e-mail that is of sexual nature can be considered sexual harassment. Demeaning names, insults, threats, leering, whistling, touching, pinching, fondling…the list goes on. Pressure for sexual favors or intercourse, even if you submit, is sexual harassment. It is important to know the signs and understand when someone is harassing you. It is better to handle the situation properly before it escalates or someone gets hurt. Contact an attorney as soon as you notice any behavior that could turn into sexual harassment. Read More »

Seven Sacramento-area real estate professionals have been charged with committing mortgage fraud with losses totaling $4 million.

Moctezuma Tovar, 42, owned and operated Delta Homes and Lending, Inc., where Sacramento residents Manuel Herrera, 31, Ruben Rodriguez, 34, and Jaime Mayorga, 32, worked as licensed real estate agents.

A former loan officer, Sandra Hermosillo, 49, of Woodland, along with former loan processors and Jun Michael Dirian, 38, of Antelope and Christian Parada Renteria, 35, of Sacramento also worked for Tovar at Delta Homes.

Between October 2004 and May 2007, the defendants allegedly provided mortgage lenders with false and fraudulent loan applications on behalf of their clients, falsely representing the borrowers’ assets, income, liabilities, debts, employment statuses, and citizenship statuses.

The seven real estate professionals also allegedly provided money to their clients to inflate the appearance of their assets and bank account balances. The borrowers then reportedly returned the money after a mortgage loan was secured.

The case was extensively investigated by the FBI. The agency found that aggregate sales prices of the homes involved in the conspiracy exceeds $10 million.

If the defendants are convicted, they could face a statutory penalty of 30 years in prison and a $1 million fine.

Read the article here.

Sacramento Mortgage Fraud Attorney

As the housing market evolves, criminals are finding new ways to take advantage of homeowners and investors. If you have been the victim of a mortgage or housing scam, contact our office to discuss your legal rights.

Internet crimes are becoming more common  in our time as computers are implemented for use in daily tasks and at the workplace. At the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates, APC, we have the knowledge and skills with technology you need to have an advantage in your case. If you have been accused of an internet crime, it is important to have an experienced lawyer for your defense.

Our lawyers have extensive knowledge and experience in a variety of internet crimes. We assists clients in cases involving identity theft, internet fraud, copyright violations, illegal re-distribution of software, child pornography, and other types of crimes. There a number of defense strategies for each case. Our internet crimes attorneys will discuss your options with you and work to minimize penalties. Your case will be thoroughly examined from a legal and technological standpoint in order to settle issues. Read More »

In California, foreclosure can happen quickly if you fall behind on house payments. If you have been served with a notice of foreclosure, you need to take action immediately so that you can keep your home. With the help of an experienced foreclosure attorney, you can solve the mortgage problem while staying in your house.

The attorneys at the Law Offices of Bowman & Associates have successfully defended many clients facing foreclosure. We offer aggressive, strategic, and professional representation to homeowners across Northern California and in the Sacramento valley. Our knowledgeable foreclosure and bankruptcy attorneys can explain how bankruptcy may be able to save your property, or postpone foreclosure while you look at other options.

After receiving a notice of foreclosure or mortgage complaint, you only have 20 days to respond, or you risk losing your home, property, and rights. Prompt action is key to resolving your foreclosure or debt problem, and an attorney can make sure the necessary work is completed in a timely manner. Making informed decisions is also important, as you can buy yourself time for alternatives such as negotiating payments, catching up, recovering from financial hardship, or filing for bankruptcy. Remove the doubt and hopelessness you may feel when facing foreclosure by consulting with a foreclosure attorney at Bowman & Associates.

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Immigrating to the United States with the intentions of improving their lifestyles has been the purpose of many people for years. Immigration laws have become complex and require specific steps and a lot of time in order to be addressed properly. The lawyers at Bowman & Associates, APC, know their way through this complicated system and have helped many clients navigate through it. Regardless of the complexity of your case, our lawyers will review your needs, goals, and options. Contact us today for a free consultation.

For people who do not wish to work permanently in the United States, The Immigration and Nationality Act provides non-immigrant visas. Preparing, filing, and tracking these petitions will be greatly aided by an immigration attorney. Our lawyers have the knowledge in visa petitions including B, E, F, H, J, L, and P types. For any questions or issues regarding non-immigrant visas, contact an attorney at Bowman & Associates. Our lawyers will make sure delays and problems with your case are avoided at all costs.

If you are a United States citizen, your family members and relatives can become U.S. residents through the five categories of immigrant visas for family members. We are dedicated to helping your family to obtain lawful citizenship and immigrant status via the appropriate petitions and applications. If you want your family to live and work in the United States with you, you can trust an attorney from Bowman & Associates to see that it happens. Read More »

Construction accidents can happen without cause, but sometimes they may be due to negligence, recklessness, and other factors that may mean you will have a claim against another party. On top of that, you will be entitle to worker’s compensation. It is important for you to recover damages for your injuries to the fullest possible extent. Our lawyers will investigate whether you have a third party claim against your employer on top of your worker’s compensation.

At Bowman & Associates, APC, we are dedicated to answering your questions. After a construction accident, injuries or the death of a loved one are going to be the heaviest things on your mind. Covering medical bills, recovering lost income, and dealing with the suffering related to these accidents can be overwhelming. You deserve to know what caused the construction accident that led to a death or injury in your family. If you have a wrongful death claim, it is even more important to get these answers. Read More »