Personal Injury

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Personal Injury

Business Litigation

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Disputes in a company can slow down business production and set a bad tone for the future. Lay the groundwork to avoid unpleasant surprises and quickly resolve issues when they do arise.

Handling Your Unexpected Business Disputes
Part of running a business is dealing with problems that arise from time to time. Most involve non-payment of money or non-delivery of products and services. Yet when they happen, they are generally unexpected and can potentially stop the flow of business.

The Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson represents businesses in a number of business litigation matters including:

Contract disputes

Business to business disputes

Vendor disputes

Commercial lease disputes

Trademark, copyright, and patent disputes

Accounts payable issues

Accounts receivable issues

International business disputes

Commercial construction disputes

Contractor disputes

An Approach You Can Count On
We take the time to counsel clients and look at alternatives. Settling matters in court is not always the easiest or financially soundest way to resolve a business dispute. Negotiation way be a better alternative. If a non-paying entity simply does not have the funds to pay a debt and the cost of litigation exceeds the debt itself, it may be better to take another approach.

Foreclosure

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Helping clients avoid unpleasant surprises and resolve those that have already occurred, we at the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson spend a great deal of time working with people to guide them in making wise financial decisions when options seem scarce.

When You Dear Losing Your Most Significant Investment
Your home is not merely a symbol of the life you have created for yourself and your family, but a major investment. It is probably the largest investment you will make in your life, representing hundreds of thousands of dollars, sometimes millions. Because every person’s situation is unique, it is best to speak to an attorney before you allow your home to be foreclosed upon.

At the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson, we represent homeowners who face the very real possibility of foreclosure. Whether your particular situation ends in foreclosure, bankruptcy, or another outcome, we will walk you through the process, explaining the judicial and non-judicial systems.

Explore Your Options
Has a deficiency balance left you wondering how to proceed? We are happy to explain how California’s anti-deficiency statutes apply to your particular situation. If you have no deficiency, you may be able to walk away. No matter what your situation is, speaking with our attorneys can help give you a fresh perspective. We have assisted numerous parties who have faced foreclosure. Some have filed for bankruptcy, some have let their homes go into foreclosure.

Is a sub-prime loan responsible for your financial situation? Do you have significant assets? Are you a business owner? By asking the right questions, we can gain an accurate picture of your situation and provide solutions that works for you. The attorneys at the law Offices of Eric W. Johnson understand the ins-and-outs of foreclosure and bankruptcy and offer free workshops to the general public on alternatives to foreclosure. In addition, we can steer you away from land patent schemes and other frauds perpetrated by opportunists.

Real Estate

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Whether you choose to buy, sell, or lease, the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson will help you do so wisely. That is very important in our current uncertain market. We will ensure that you meet with no surprises regarding:

Residential real estate buy/sell agreements

Rent to own agreements

Residential Real Estate Litigation
When you are buying, selling, or leasing a piece of residential property, especially in our current economic crisis, the last things you want is to to have the unexpected surprise of a problem crop up. When problems do arise, call on the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson. We are skilled at addressing a variety of residential real estate matters including:

Joint owner property disputes

Foreclosure

Buyer and seller disputes

Realtor disputes

Neighbor disputes

Title claims

Boundary disputes

Construction disputes

Non-disclosure disputes

Commercial Real Estate Litigation
People more often things of residential matters in real estate litigation, but commercial landlords and tenants, purchasers and sellers face a similar set of problems that may result in litigation. We represent business clients and commercial landlords in a variety of commercial real estate matters regarding:

Commercial landlord tenant disputes

Commercial lease disputes

Evictions

Environmental impact

CAM charges

Reliable Legal Representation
In representing parties in real estate litigation, we at the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson follow the same approach as we do in all other areas of law in which we practice: we take the time to listen to your needs and prove sound, consistent, counsel. While preparing for trial, we always look for ways to resolve matters out of court.

In addition, we offer transactional assistance with real estate matters including creating leases, commercial agreements and purchase or sale agreements. We assist with financing and work with individuals who have had compliance issues with homeowners’ associations.

Estate Planning

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Get the help you need to plan for the future and avoid surprises. At the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson, we offer a range of estate planning services to clients throughout San Diego County. Many people wonder when the best time to create a will is. While the decision is often event-driven, really any time is the right time to create a will. You may have found this page because you were online gathering preliminary information.

Why You Need An Attorney When Drafting A Will
There are numerous types of will kits on the market for people wishing to create a will on their own. So why hire a lawyer to help with your estate planning?

An attorney-drafted will can more specifically address your needs. A will kit will only offer you a standardized approach to estate planning.

An attorney can offer valuable advice and assistance planning a specific distribution scheme. A will kit will generally only offer a standard split among your heirs.

An attorney can make you aware of tax advantages or consequences associated with the designations you make. A will kit does not come with a tax planning guide.

You can ask an attorney for advice or clarification at any point in the creation process and get clear answers. A will kit cannot answer your questions.

Why You Should Choose Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson
At the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson:

Our attorneys know that unexpected events – the birth of a child, a significant purchase, a divorce, a business opportunity overseas – may result in your needing to create or revisit a will. We take our clients where they are at and address their particular needs to fit the occasion.

Our attorneys take the time to get to know you, your priorities, and your ultimate goals for the distribution of your estate.

Our attorneys are experienced in assisting clients with wills, trusts, healthcare powers of attorney, and living wills. We can help you create the best estate plan for you, for your heirs.

Bankruptcy

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Trying to decide whether or not to file for bankruptcy? You’re not alone. Given our current economic climate, it’s not surprising that a number of people are searching for debt relief. Yet even knowing others are contemplating the same, you may still feel alone. You may have questions. You may not know where to turn.

The Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson serves clients in San Diego County by offering sound advice regarding bankruptcy filing.

Qualifying For Chapter 7
It is difficult to qualify for Chapter 7 bankruptcy protection since the changes to the bankruptcy law in 2005. It is possible for some to still qualify for Chapter 7, this just involves a test employed to determine eligibility. Chapter 7 is sometimes referred to as straight bankruptcy and is a liquidation of unsecured debts. Under this form of bankruptcy, some are able to save their homes from foreclosure, but some are not.

Qualifying For Chapter 13
Chapter 13 recognizes your debt into a more manageable payment plan. Depending on your level of debt and your financial situation, you will be scheduled to repay your debt in a three or five-year period. Too often, individuals tire of this plan and find it difficult to maintain payments. Others are able to obtain financial freedom after repaying a percentage of their debt.

Understanding Your Options
Not everyone with financial issues is necessarily a good candidate for bankruptcy. The best way to determine if bankruptcy is right for you, contact an attorney. Many attorney’s see their role simply being that of a clerk, helping you complete forms and file them in a timely manner.

At the Law Offices of Eric W. Johnson, we do much more than this. We sit down with our clients, listen to their stories, and help then strategize for a brighter financial future. We never make promises and always set realistic expectations. Facing the reality of your financial state can be a sobering, even surprising, experience. Our consistency provides an anchor to clients. We’re a firm that can be counted on to help you make the right decision – whether you are filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy or working out a payment plan with lenders.