Legal Glossary
Understanding legal terms simplified
Easement
An easement is a legal right that allows one person to use a specific part of another person's land for a particular purpose, even though they don't own that land.
Employment Authorization Document
An Employment Authorization Document is a work permit issued by the U.S. government that allows non-citizens to legally work in the United States.
Escrow
Escrow is a neutral third party, common in California real estate, that temporarily holds all funds and documents for a property sale until every agreement term is met and the transaction can be safely completed.
Eviction
Eviction in California is the legal process a landlord must follow to make a tenant leave their rental property, usually because the tenant broke their lease agreement.