Does the evidence attached to a motion for summary judgment have to pass the "admissibility" test applied to evidence at trial?

“Supporting and opposing affidavits shall be made on personal knowledge, shall set forth such facts as would be admissible in evidence, and shall...

Is there an account stated doctrine?

"Account stated" is simply an alternate legal theory for recovering a debt against a person (usually) without a formal written contract. You may...

I need help with a summons for failure to repay a loan I signed as guarantor with my prior employer.

Bad news first - you could potentially be on the hook. Be very careful when guaranteeing or co-signing for anything. But, that is water under the...

Can I ask for leave to amend my answer to the complaint if evidence found during discovery supports the change?

Yes you may move the court for leave to amend. Although you do not have to attach the discovery, it may be helpful so the court can see what new...

Does rental income from an inherited property go directly to adult child or to their testamentary trust?

It really is going to turn on the terms of the trust. I would agree with the other attorneys - it would be better to check with an attorney. I am...

Is the opposing party required by law to provide me with statements that show charges that add up to the amount being demanded?

Not "required by law" if you mean is there some law that says they need to show that to bring a lawsuit. But, they would have to present proof of...

So, this is a little bit trickier than it may seem. Connecticut has a vicarious liability statute which states that the owner of the car (in this...

How many weeks is the average severance package?

Along the lines of what the other attorneys said, I would also add that you should consider if there are any written company policies, any...

What legal recourse do I have? Can I sue them for any form of breach of contract?

Without seeing any of the sale agreement documents or the emails, but based on your statement of the facts, I would say yes. The issue, of course,...

Can a plaintiff ask for an extension of time to produce documents that are supposed to be in their possession to begin with?

Yes, they can ask. There may be legitimate reasons they don't have the documents at the outset of the case. Of course, there is a limit to the...