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Janet Portman

Attorney · Santa Clara University School of Law
Prisoners' Rights
People who have been convicted of crimes and sentenced to a period of incarceration certainly lose their freedom to move about, but they don’t lose all of their legal rights. This article explains the most important rights retained by incarcerated people. ... READ MORE
Counterfeiting: Who Pays When Merchants, Banks, and Individuals Are Duped?
Innocent recipients of counterfeit money end up with worthless paper. They may, however, have a way to make themselves whole. ... READ MORE
Reckless Driving
Though the term "reckless driving" is somewhat vague, courts and juries have had no problem knowing it when they see it. ... READ MORE
Landlord Liability for Toxic and Black Mold
All states (except for Arkansas) require landlords to offer and maintain fit and habitable housing. Legislatures and courts are increasingly recognizing that the presence of certain types of mold might violate the landlord’s duty. ... READ MORE
Staying Home Alone: How Old is Old Enough
Most parents understand that it is always wrong to leave an infant or toddler home alone while you go out - even for a quick run to the store. But when is a child old enough? Surprisingly, there aren't many laws to guide parents who aren't sure if their children are old enough to stay home alone. About ... READ MORE
Innocent Baby Photos or Child Pornography? Legal Overview
Not all images of nude children amount to child pornography, because images of naked children, without more, are protected under the First Amendment (as a form of freedom of speech). For example, a family photo of a child in the bathtub presumably would not be illegal. ... READ MORE