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In the past, if a client wanted to review and save documents from their case, it took crucial man hours to track down those documents from our secure storage facility, make physical copies of them and prepare for our clients; not to mention substantial costs keep those documents safe. These are costs built into the business model of each law firm and handed down through fees and percentages.

Now the lawyers of Bowman & Associates login to a secure, password protected and easy to use database that allows them to upload client documents and share between our two office locations. Additionally, we can allow access to our clients so they can view, review and print their case documents at their leisure! Check out our new Client Login page.

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Sometimes it isn’t always easy to make it down to our office with a check, or the mail delivery may be too slow. Sometimes our clients need immediate service and having to wait for checks to clear for court filings or other necessities could take days.

As a secure and convenient option to payment, we are now accepting PayPal to begin work on a case or credit your account. The Law Offices of Bowman & Associates is a verified vendor of PayPal and accepting payments from clients across California. Check out our new Make a Payment page.

Making it Easier for You

Two of the core principals of our law firm’s philosophy are to 1) keep you apprised of the progress of your case every step of the way; and 2) provide superior value for your legal investment. By embracing cloud data in a responsible, secure and protected manner, we are able to use technology to reach the goals of our clients in a more timely, convenient and affordable way!

If you have questions regarding the new features Bowman & Associates, feel free to contact our Public Relations Manager Chad Bowman: (916) 985-2600 or by email at Chad@BowmanAndAssoc.com.

The University of Michigan Health System reports that “in 1999, 3,385 children and youth ages 0-19 years were killed with a gun [in the United States]. This includes homicides, suicides, and unintentional injuries.”

If someone in your family has been injured by the careless acts of another, including accidents in the house, please do not hesitate to call me, Retired Superior Court Commissioner David P. Foos to help you get justice for your losses. I have 30 years experience helping people before the Courts. All consultations are free and if we take your case you pay us nothing unless we win the case for you. Also, we front all costs. Contact me at (916) 923-2800, or dfoos@bowmanandassoc.com, or our skilled Sacramento personal injury attorneys for a free case evaluation.

Childcare expenses are divided between the parents on a more or less equal basis, and are considered additional child support. Both parents are required to provide medical insurance for minor children if the coverage is available at nominal cost or no cost at all, through their work or union affiliation. Medical expenses not covered by insurance, such as co-pays, are generally divided equally between the parents.

An issue that can lead to complications is the difficulty in determining a parent’s income available for the purposes of paying child support. High earners, self-employed individuals, business owners and partners may see their income portrayed improperly. One parent could end up with an unreasonable support obligation when an incomplete picture is presented by individual tax returns and disclosure documents, or the other parent could end up with inadequate child support for the same reasons.

While ideally the support of the children should come from the two parents, in some cases, the parent with primary custody may need to receive AFDC payments in order to support themselves or the children. In the case of a child whose custodial parent is receiving public assistance, the Department of Child Support Services in El Dorado County may become involved with the collection of child support from the non-custodial parent. In these cases, any unpaid support is assessed interest at an annual rate of 10%. For this reason, it is especially important that a non-custodial spouse not be ordered to pay unrealistic support payments.

Whether you will pay or receive child support, approaching your divorce with dependable information and reasonable expectations on this issue is very important. Based on information about you and your divorcing spouse’s incomes and the time each parent will spend caring for children, El Dorado Hills Child Support attorney Ken Torkelson and our dedicated, professional staff will provide an accurate estimate of the child support order in your case. Contact our office for a free consultation.

However serious your injury may be, you can feel confident in our firm. Our Rancho Cordova attorneys handle serious injury and wrongful death claims with great care, attention and knowledge. We know how to investigate car accidents and how to prove these claims. We know what types of experts to hire and when they are needed. We know how to demonstrate to insurance companies and to juries the true cost of your car accident — so we can help you seek full compensation for everything you have lost.

The most serious injuries are those to the head, brain and spinal cord. Many are fatal, and others have severe effects on the person and the body. The bones of the spine support and protect the spinal cord, but in an accident, the spinal cord is vulnerable. Paralysis may affect all parts of the body below the point of injury.

California Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyers

Auto accident cases can be complicated. Our firm has extensive experience pursuing compensation for clients’ injuries. We understand the importance of receiving proper and immediate medical care. Medical documentation forms a significant part of your case. Reports, photos and other evidence can help illustrate the serious nature of your injuries.

Our investigation is thorough. We can talk with witnesses and police officers to get more information about your accident. When necessary, we can use accident reconstruction experts to help determine and prove liability. Our goal as your lawyer goes beyond getting you money for car repairs. We are committed to helping you receive maximum recovery for your injuries, lost wages and diminished earning potential.

Dealing with the Insurance Company

You and your insurance company — or the insurance company of another driver involved in a collision with your vehicle — are not on the same page. You do not have the same priorities and goals. Our Northern California car accident lawyers on your side, however, are invested with you in pursuit of fair compensation for your losses.

Whose insurance will cover the compensation you need? Is an excess umbrella policy available? Was the driver of the vehicle that hit you in the scope of employment at the time? Are there other assets available above and beyond insurance? Our experienced attorneys will conduct a thorough investigation in order to find the answers to these important questions that could determine the direction your case takes.

In this video he discusses the shock and confusion of a DUI arrest and how his experience as Commissioner and judicial officer will help get you through this uncertain time.

If you or someone you know has legal questions about a drunk driving or driving under the influence arrest in California, contact our firm in Sacramento or Folsom for a free case evaluation. We have handled thousands of cases and can help you.

If you or someone you know has legal questions regarding divorce, child custody, child support and other areas of family law, contact our firm today for a free consultation. We are here to help…

To obtain a green card, your marriage must be bona fide. This is a lot easier to prove if there is a wedding reception where the U.S. citizen spouse’s parents and relatives are present, where the couple has joint property and files joint income tax returns and especially if the couple has a child together.

Depending on your circumstances, it may make the most sense to follow one or the other of these courses of action:

• Bring your fiance(e) to the U.S. on a fiance visa (K1 or K3) and have your wedding here. You must finalize the marriage within 90 days and then petition to have his or her status adjusted to provisional permanent resident status, which will allow for employment in the U.S. Two years later, the provisional green card can be adjusted to be full permanent residency. Five years after that, he or she may petition for U.S. citizenship.
• Marry your fiance(e) in another country and then petition to bring him or her to the U.S. as your spouse.
• Marry your fiance(e), who is currently in the U.S. on a student visa or work-based visa, and then petition to have his or her status converted to provisional permanent resident.

One of the most important parts of the green card marriage process is the preparation of the application and supporting documents. A green card marriage application prepared properly by an experienced and trustworthy immigration lawyer can not only decrease your wait for a green card, but it can also be crucial in avoiding costly delays and/or denials. A denied or improperly filed green card application can result in unintended and harsh consequences to you, such as greatly prolonging the entire process, not being able to travel internationally, not being able to secure a job, not being able to secure a loan or credit, being required to refile the application with new filing fees, and, worst of all, potentially having to appear in immigration court for removal proceedings (deportation).

Applications are often denied because of errors or omissions in the large amount of required paperwork. If you’re concerned about getting bogged down in paperwork, concerned about the complicated requirements, or frustrated by the slow progress, it’s time to enlist help from someone who knows the immigration laws and regulations. To speed up the process of obtaining permission to move to the U.S., to gain the right to live or study in the U.S., or to get permission to work in the U.S. as an investor or through one of the many types of work visas, you need an attorney with a proven track record of success in immigration law.

Common problems in marriage visa and marriage-based green card cases:

• Unstable marriages
• Criminal convictions
• Immigration violations
• Periods of living apart
• Lack of persuasive joint financial documentation
• Divorce
• Arrest or incarceration of a petitioning U.S. citizen husband or wife
• Death of a petitioning U.S. citizen husband or wife
• Children out of wedlock
• Domestic violence, abuse or extreme cruelty, battered spouses
• Cases involving the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), which applies equally to both men and women

Green Cards and I-485 Forms

Once an individual is a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., but is not a citizen, he or she may be eligible for a green card. This documentation provides legal identification and indicates the individual’s right to reside in the country. This is not the same as citizenship, but it may be another step toward that status.

The I-485 form must be completed when obtaining a green card to change one’s status. Adjustment of status is the request by the foreign national to apply for and obtain permanent resident status in the U.S. The I-485 form is used to report information about an individual’s lawful status in the U.S. and any prior criminal or immigration problems.

Mr. Gavin’s clients contracted to have their dream home built in El Dorado Hills, California. After a series of delays and mistakes, the contractor left the site without ever completing the work. Mr. Gavin’s clients were left with an unfinished home that was dangerous for them and their two children.

Mr. Gavin sued the contract on his clients’ behalf, and the contractor forced the matter into arbitration. Undeterred, Mr. Gavin pushed ahead, and after an evidentiary hearing before the arbitrator, secured an award of almost $900,000 in compensatory damages and more than $200,000 in punitive damages.

The firm is proud to have helped these clients through their difficult case, and stands ready to assist its other clients toward a positive resolution. If you or someone you know has legal questions about real estate law, our skilled lawyers provide free case evaluations from our offices in Sacramento and Folsom. Contact us today!

• helping deserving parents reunite with their children;
• helping homeowners stave foreclosure proceedings;
• helping victims of sexual harassment get compensation from their employers;
• helping wrongfully accused people fight back against the justice system;
• helping slip & fall victims get money for their medical bills and injuries, and;
• helping those people facing wrongful deportation with immigration issues;
• and more.

At our law firm, it is not uncommon for your attorney to give you their personal cell phone number and take calls over the weekend when you have important legal questions.

At our law firm we offer free initial consultations to evaluate your case.

At our law firm your case is the most important and we put all our resources toward fighting for your rights.

But don’t take our word for it, check out what other people had to say…

“Fantastic! Robert has been an incredible help during a very stressful, constant custody battle. He’s always been there to answer the phone and provide advice, drastically lowering my stress level and anxiety. He was right, it takes a little time, but our court arrangement is finally both in the best interest of my son and fair to me.” – Heather via Google Places

This firm went way above the call in regards to my case, attorney Ken Torlelson is a fantastic lawyer with lots of wit and experience. I would call them first anytime in the future when the need arises. And will refer this office to all my friends and family with there needs. – David M. on Yelp

“When a family member was arrested for a DUI and jailed in Sacramento County jail with an ICE hold, I was scared and confused. I needed an immigration lawyer and Jesse Atwal and his team quickly secured an immigration bond with the San Francisco immigration court. He walked me through the entire process and went to the jail the same day to talk to his client and reassure him that everything was going to be ok. He personally kept me informed throughout the entire process.” – Satnam via Google Places

The seasoned lawyers of Bowman & Associates help clients across California from our offices in Sacramento and Folsom. If you or someone you know has legal questions regarding divorce and family law, wrongful termination and employment law, auto accidents and personal injury, DUI defense and criminal law, estate planning, immigration cases and more. Contact us today for a case evaluation.