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What Is the Difference Between Paternal Rights and Parental Rights?

Hossein Berenji, May 26, 2023

Parental rights and paternal rights are not interchangeable. The two terms are related, but understanding the differences between them is critical. Parental rights belong to the legally-recognized parents of a child, while paternal rights belong to the legally-recognized father alone. Paternity Must Be Established Before Rights Are Recognized Before any person tries to exercise paternal […]

What Are the Rights of Unmarried Fathers in California?

Hossein Berenji, Mar 04, 2021

Every year, thousands of babies in California are born to unwed mothers. In fact, just over 37 percent of babies born in the Golden State are born out of wedlock. While that might sound like a high percentage, California actually ranks in the middle of the pack. The state with the lowest percentage of births […]

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