Today, Friday, June 28th, the U.S. Supreme Court made a decision that will affect all cities. In a 6-3 ruling, the court decided that cities…
Category: Community News
Abandoned Sunnyvale Residence is Reformed
An abandoned, single-family house in extreme disrepair had been a long-time municipal code violator and contributed to unsafe conditions for the neighborhood.
Discover Seamless Legal Solutions with Henry Negrete’s Global Expertise at Civica Law
t Civica Law, our mission is to provide unparalleled legal services with a focus on client satisfaction and operational excellence. Leading the charge in this endeavor is our Chief Operating Officer, Henry Negrete, whose global leadership and dedication is a cornerstone in ensuring our attorneys and paralegals have the tools in place to allow them to provide a seamless client experience.
Federal Court Sides with Civica Law, Will Be Granting Judgment on Multiple Claims In Favor Of City of Palmdale in Substandard Motel Case
In a significant legal triumph, Civica Law recently won a decisive victory for the City of Palmdale and its code enforcement officers, building officials, and other staff in two companion Federal District Court cases.
Civica Law Resolves Long-Standing Problem Property in Ventura, Results in Complete Neighborhood Revitalization
In the heart of San Buenaventura, on Phelps Avenue, a single-family residence once stood as a blight on the community. The property, plagued by dilapidation, rodent infestation, and extreme unsanitary conditions, had been red-tagged by City staff as unfit for human habitation.
Palmdale’s New Path to Public Safety: A Collaborative Effort with Civica Law
In a move that marks a significant milestone for community safety, the City of Palmdale has updated its public safety ordinances with a focus on community safety. This ordinance, on which Civica Law assisted City staff, underscores a shared commitment to enhancing the well-being and quality of life for all Palmdale residents and businesses. By introducing this new ordinance, Palmdale re-asserts its capability to enforce its own municipal code and criminal violations, reflecting a dedication to public safety and resident security.
Civica Law Guides Balanced Resolution: Firm Legal Action Meets Practical Solutions in Illegal Chino Cement Plant Case
Civica Law assisted the City of Chino in dealing with an illegal cement mixing plant, operating without authorization in a zone not zoned for such activity.
Civica Law Celebrates the Transformation of Salinas’ Historic Bruhn Building: A Testament to Community Revitalization and Collaboration
Last year, Civica Law shared an exciting update about the collaborative efforts to breathe new life into the historic Bruhn Building in the heart of downtown Salinas after being destroyed in a February 2016 fire.
Tackling Nuisance Conditions: Civica Law Helps City Successfully Abate a Downtown Dumping Lot
A vacant lot in the downtown of a city served by Civica Law became the focus of code enforcement due to its transformation into an encampment riddled with unlawful nuisance conditions.
Civica Law and City of Lake Elsinore Remedy Another Blighted and Dangerous Property
Civica Law recently marked a significant achievement in Lake Elsinore, California, turning a blighted property into a community gem.
Civica Law Group’s Expertise on Drone Use in Public Safety and Code Enforcement Featured in Western City Magazine
We are thrilled to announce that our Civica Law Group team, led by our founding partner Matthew R. Silver, associate attorney Lauren E. Brown, and law clerk Natalie Sahagun, has been recognized for...
Bruhn Building in Salinas Renovated Thanks to Team Effort
The Bruhn Building in Salinas was renovated after being dilapidated for over a decade, thanks to the help of Attorney Valerie Escalante Troesh.