Do you own a mobile home that is parked on land, which you lease from a mobile home park? If so, you’re not alone. According to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, as of Jun 1, 2023, there are 5,908 Mobile home and RV Parks in the state of California, which accommodate about 375,438 mobile home spaces. Mobile homes are proving to be a more affordable option for housing in the state, and lawmakers are drafting laws to deal with the specificities of mobile home living.   Mobile...

In 2023, the cry of organized labor was heard across the nation. We bore witness to events such as the Screenwriter’s Guild strike and the rumbles leading up to President Biden’s blocking of a U.S Railroad strike. Based on the legislation going into effect in 2024, it seems that those calls were heard by California’s state government. More than 10 of the new laws are geared towards improving working conditions. Here, I will go into detail on a couple of interesting ones.  The biggest news in...

To close out each year, the Riverside County Law Library hosts a dinner wherein members of the board and staff from all three branches are invited and treated to an upscale dining experience. Although I have worked at RCLL for several years, this was my first opportunity to attend the annual Holiday dinner. From everyone’s perspective, this was definitely a year to remember, from the quality of the food and the effort of the staff who organized it. A system of rotation governs the decision as...

From the Riverside County Law Library, we hope you had a wonderful weekend full of family and food. Here are some responses from the staff when asked about their favorite traditions associated with Thanksgiving: One of our newest employees James said,” my favorite thanksgiving tradition is making pies and delivering them to friends and family.” A display of his friendliness that shines through in his new line of work as a library assistant!   Our other new recruit, Olivia, said, “playing...

In the fast-paced world of professional life, it’s essential to take a step back, recharge, and reconnect with colleagues. Our recent staff retreat was the perfect blend of learning, bonding, and fun! With a Real Colors Workshop, a Barbie-themed ambiance, abundant food, and an eye-opening tour of the District Attorney’s and Public Defender’s offices, it was an event to remember.  The journey started with our Riverside and Temecula staff members taking an adventurous drive out...