Stacy Barrett
Attorney · UC Law San Francisco
Who's Legally Liable When Someone Commits Suicide?
Lawsuits over suicide raise some unique—and uniquely complex—legal issues. ... READ MORE
A Guide to Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Your personal injury claim may settle at any time, but here's what you need to know if you file a personal injury lawsuit in court. ... READ MORE
Changing Your Name After Marriage
Everything you need to know about changing your name after marriage, including whether you need to go to court and how to update your identity documents. ... READ MORE
Colorado Small Claims Court
Find out how to file a Colorado small claims court case in Colorado County Court. ... READ MORE
How to Serve Your Spouse With Divorce Papers
Some divorcing spouses believe that if they can dodge delivery of the documents, it will delay the process altogether. On the contrary, if you can’t locate or serve your spouse, you can continue the divorce process by requesting alternate service or service by publication. ... READ MORE
Are Parents Responsible for Their Kids' Crimes?
Can you be made to pay for bad parenting? ... READ MORE
Are Uber Drivers Considered Employees?
The “gig economy,” also known as the “sharing economy,” has made significant changes to many aspects of the job market. Many of those changes are good. For example, a person who drives for a rideshare company like Uber or Lyft can enjoy a measure of flexibility not found in the traditional workplace. They can decide when to work and for how long. ... READ MORE
What Happens If I Hit a Pedestrian?
Learn what you need to do (or not do) to avoid making matters worse if you're involved in a pedestrian-car accident. ... READ MORE
How Long Can I Stay on My Ex-Spouse's Health Insurance?
If you’re covered on your soon-to-be ex’s insurance plan, you'll have to figure out how long coverage will last, and begin making plans for the future. Learn about your options. ... READ MORE
How, and How Much, Do Lawyers Charge?
Before you meet with a lawyer, it helps to have a framework for the costs of representation, and an understanding of how the fee agreement might work. ... READ MORE