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Children with disabilities are nearly four times more likely to be physically abused or neglected and more than three times more likely to be sexually abused when compared to children without disabilities. [1] The odds of abuse are increased when an individual with special needs is placed in a group home or other communal environment. […]

National Deaf History Month: Deaf Awareness in the Legal Community Written by Sarah Duggan, CP, and Samantha Burns April 2022 April is National Deaf History Month, a unique opportunity to highlight the importance of inclusivity and equal accessibility for those who are deaf, hard of hearing, or experiencing hearing loss within our local communities. In […]

Kristine Custodio Suero, ACP, says the biggest piece of advice she would give to upcoming paralegals is to never give up. It’s a philosophy that has served her well in her own life and career. Kristine graduated from California State University Long Beach in 1999 with a B.A. in Human Development. She went on to […]

When Richard Hahn, ACP, was growing up, he was a big fan of the TV show Perry Mason. The legal drama about a mastermind defense attorney sparked young Rich’s interest in working with the law. He eventually went on to get his bachelor’s degree in political science from California Lutheran University and his paralegal certificate […]

Irish Eyes are Smiling in America Written by Adrienne D. Berry, CP March 2022 March is Irish American Heritage Month. Irish American Heritage Month was first recognized by Congress in 1991. Like other heritage months, it was established to celebrate and honor Irish Americans and their contributions to America’s culture. It was recognized in March […]

Black History Month Written by Yolanda A. Garcia, CP, PLS, TBLS-BCP February DEI Every February people across the United States celebrate Black History Month. It is a special time to reflect on more than 400 years of African American heritage and how it has shaped both the country and the world. While many people are […]