I’m Mike Hackard with Hackard Law. Growing up, I remember seeing lawyers on television dramas and still watch some current shows centered around the law. So, in this series on my favorite TV lawyers, I’ll start with the classic legal drama Perry Mason, which ran from 1957 to 1966. Brilliant defense attorney Perry Mason is known for his uncanny ability to uncover the truth and clear his clients of serious charges. Set in Los Angeles, the show follows Mason as he tackles complex criminal cases, often involving murder, and uses his sharp intellect and investigative skills to expose the real perpetrators in dramatic courtroom confrontations. With his trusted secretary Della Street and private investigator Paul Drake by his side, Maso[...]

Are you battling an estate or trust dispute in Mountain View, California? Don't let financial worries stop you from fighting for your inheritance. I’m Mike Hackard of Hackard Law: I am an experienced contingency fee trust litigation attorney for Mountain View beneficiaries. I’ve got 40+ years representing disinherited heirs and trust beneficiaries. We have a proven track record in Santa Clara County and Mountain View estate disputes. No upfront fees - we only get paid if you win. In Mountain View estate & trust disputes we handle: Undue influence in wills/trusts Elder financial abuse Fraudulent property transfers Family home conflicts So why should you choose Hackard Law for your Mountain View estate case? [...]

Day after day, we receive pleas for help from those harmed by estate wrongdoing. Emails flood in, phones ring, and texts chime - all telling familiar tales: A parent, elderly and vulnerable, A child, neighbor, or caregiver, acting out of self-interest. A lifetime's estate plans, erased by undue influence. I think I've heard this case before. I think I've tried this case before. I know that we've fought these battles. Has a loved one fallen victim to financial exploitation in their twilight years? Has undue influence robbed you of your rightful inheritance? At Hackard Law, we're listening. We're ready to hear your story and fight for justice. Call us today: 916-313-3030 Hackard Law - Advocating for the vulnerable, one estat[...]

Are you caught in an estate or trust dispute in Santa Monica? Don't let skyrocketing property values or complex real estate holdings prevent you from claiming your rightful inheritance. I'm Mike Hackard, founder of Hackard Law. For over four decades, I've championed the rights of heirs and beneficiaries in Southern California's most valuable real estate markets. Why Hackard Law Excels in Santa Monica Local Real Estate Experience: From legacy residential properties to high end multi-family units, we understand Santa Monica's unique property landscape. Risk-Free Representation: Our no-win, no-fee policy on estate and trust contingency fee litigation means you pay nothing unless we succeed. Our Santa Monica-Tailored Fee Struct[...]

Are you facing an estate dispute in Fremont, California? Don't let financial constraints prevent you from seeking justice. I’m Mike Hackard with Hackard Law. We’ve litigated several estate disputes over the years that involved Fremont houses owned by trusts and estates. Estate and trust contingency fee lawyers can help you fight for your rightful inheritance without upfront costs. If you've been disinherited or suspect abuse in a trust or estate matter, our experienced attorneys at Hackard Law can represent you on a contingency fee basis. I have over 40 years of experience in representing disinherited and abused trust and estate heirs. We handle complex cases involving: Undue influence in will or trust changes. Elder f[...]

I'm Mike Hackard with Hackard Law. Today, I want to talk about a critical issue affecting California's baby boomers and their families. As a California baby boomer myself, I'm keenly aware of our generation's unique position in history. We've witnessed and benefited from unprecedented economic growth and soaring property values throughout the 20th century. Now, we're on the cusp of the largest wealth transfer in history. By 2030, an estimated $10.6 trillion will change hands between generations in the United States alone. California, with its robust economy and high property values, is at the forefront of this transfer. But here's the twist: thanks to advances in healthcare, we're living longer than ever before. Many of us are still going[...]

Hackard Law is committed to delivering current, relevant legal information to our clients, prospective clients, and community members. Our primary areas of practice include estate and trust litigation on a contingency fee basis, as well as cases involving traumatic brain injuries and motor vehicle accidents in the Sacramento region. While our experience extends beyond these areas, they represent the current information focus in sharing our video content. It's important to note that motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries. In Sacramento, we have at least two primary medical centers that handle these cases. The University of California, Davis Medical Center, our only Level 1 trauma center, treats a sig[...]

I'm Mike Hackard with Hackard Law. Our law firm is dedicated to contingency fee estate, trust, and traumatic brain injury litigation. Decades of experience teach that unexpected challenges often arise in these sensitive and complex areas of the law. Today, I want to share how we help clients overcome the unexpected and achieve the best possible outcomes. While our clients expect competence, we expect more of ourselves. We’re continually working toward excellence in our practice. This work is ongoing, and experience certainly helps, as does continued training. But more is required - a deep commitment to our clients and their cases. We’re engaged - actively involved and invested in understanding our clients' needs. And we care - conce[...]