H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
After attending Loyola University School of Law, H. Dennis Beaver joined California's Kern County District Attorney's Office, where he established a Consumer Fraud section. He also became a highly visible presence on local television and radio as a legal affairs reporter. He is in the general practice of law and writes a syndicated newspaper column, You and the Law, carried by a number of papers in California.
Married for 50 years to his wonderful wife, Anne, Beaver says he is among the luckiest husbands on the planet. He has a 47-year-old son fluent in Cantonese and French, who lives in Hong Kong with his Japanese wife and 10-year-old grandson.
Beaver is fluent in Swedish and French and, for over 25 years, was a frequent guest on Voice of America French to Africa radio broadcasts and the VOA television program Washington Forum, until VOA was shut down as the result of an executive order by President Donald Trump.
"I love law for the reason that I can help people resolve their problems, and my newspaper column reaches so many people in need of down-to-earth advice not influenced by how much I am paid. I have never used any aspect of journalism as a form of advertising. I never charge readers for help, as I do not believe this would be ethical, and, in reality, they are the source of many of my columns. I know it sounds corny, but I just love to be able to use my education and experience to help, simply to help. When a reader contacts me, it is a gift."
Email: Lagombeaver1@gmail.com | Website: dennisbeaver.com
Latest articles by H. Dennis Beaver, Esq.
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We've Survived Bladder Cancer. Tough Love Isn't What We NeedBladder cancer survivors and a therapist share the realities of living with a stoma and how relatives can support loved ones as they rebuild their identity.
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Launching a Small Business? Avoid These 2 Costly MistakesExperts explain why skipping business insurance is a false economy, and how to avoid being accused of unfair competition when setting up a new business.
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Real-World Examples of Societal Impact That Can InspireWhat motivates the creation of societally impactful ventures? We can find some answers in the invention of a life-saving gadget and an author's book.
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How to Focus on Your Retirement Life Goals, Not Just the Math"Your Retirement Sketchbook" focuses on the hardest part of retirement planning — figuring out what your retirement life will look like.
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Are You Too Busy to Spare Your Heirs Stress and Heartache?The cost of delaying estate planning is far greater than the time it takes to get the ball rolling. The remedy is easier (and takes less time) than you think.
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What Can You Do When E-Billing Leads to Missed Payments?Email-only billing has created problems for some customers as bills land in spam folders and payment disputes ensue, not to mention heightened fraud risks.
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What Can You Do When Your Neighbor's Tree Is a Danger?Some neighbors are jerks, but you don't have to be. Here's how to create a paper trail when asking a neighbor to deal with a tree that's a safety hazard.
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A Simple Clue Unlocked a Workplace Safety CrisisA lot of people with hearing issues resist wearing hearing aids. "Nicole" had a very good reason not to wear hers, but figuring out why took some sleuthing.
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An Exec's 'Idiotic' Idea: Skip Training and Commit a CrimeSeveral medical professionals reached out to say that one of their bosses suggested committing a crime to fulfill OSHA requirements. What's an employee to do?
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A Financial Book That Won't Put Your Young Adult to Sleep"Wealth Your Way" by Cosmo DeStefano offers a highly accessible guide for young adults and their parents on building wealth through simple, consistent habits.
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A Healthy Dose of Terror: How to Survive Prison's First DaysThis young man needed to be scared straight after his mother expressed her fear that he was on a path to prison. Hearing these eight do's and don'ts worked.
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This Is How You Can Land a Job You'll Love"Work How You Are Wired" leads job seekers on a journey of self-discovery that could help them snag the job of their dreams.
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'You Owe Me a Refund': Readers Challenge Attorneys' BillsThe article about lawyers billing clients for hours of work that AI did in seconds generated quite a response. One law firm even called a staff meeting.
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Your 5-Step Guide to Discovering Whether a Lawyer Is ShadyResearch shows you can't rely on some state bar websites to vet a lawyer you're considering hiring. Here's how to check out a lawyer before you hire.
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Billed 12 Hours for a Few Seconds of Work: AI and Law FirmsThe ability of AI to reduce the time required for certain legal tasks is exposing the legal profession's reliance on the billable hour.
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How an Elder Law Attorney Can Help Protect Your Aging ParentsIf you are worried about older family members or friends whose financial judgment is raising red flags, help is out there — from an elder law attorney.
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As We Age, Embracing Our Own Self-Doubt Can Be a GiftAn aging couple hired a company that illegally required large deposits, and then they decided to stick with the company even after an employee stole from them.
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How to Protect Yourself and Others From a Troubled Adult ChildThis case of a violent adult son whose parents are in denial is an example of the extreme risks some parents face if they neglect essential safety precautions.
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What Makes This Business Successful? The Founder's Kids ShareThe children of Morgan Clayton share how their father's wisdom, life experience and caring nature have turned their family business into a respected powerhouse.
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Meet the World's Unluckiest — and Entitled — Porch PirateThis teen swiped a booby-trapped package that showered him with glitter, and then he hurt his wrist while fleeing. This is why no lawyer will represent him.
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Uber Takes Aim at the Bottom Lines of Billboard LawyersUber has filed lawsuits and proposed a ballot initiative, in California, to curb settlements it claims are falsely inflated by some personal injury lawyers.
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When Checkout Charity Gets Uncomfortable (Maybe Even Illegal)Cashiers asking customers to "round up" their total for charity can cross an ethical line if there's no disclosure about the benefiting organization.
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Fish and Chips? More Like Fish and a Side of Customer AngerYou expect chips — French fries, actually — to come with your order of fish and chips? Think again. This restaurant seemed to be violating truth-in-menu laws.
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How to Keep Your Business on Track, From the Authors of 'Hone'Business owners like this chef could learn valuable lessons from 'Hone,' including how caving in to pressure to quickly expand could lead to business 'drift.'
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