Is there a rule in the CCP that says that depositions for experts must be done 15 days before trial or they must be excluded.

You may be asking two different questions. Counselors Stempler and Chen answered correctly concerning depositions. But even if no depositions were...

Written response to motion for sanction vs personal appearance in court to orally defend myself?

In addition to a written opposition, answer the requests before the hearing. The judge should not deem the requests admitted if you answer before a...

I agree with counselors Barnes and Chen. That said, if you do have a righteous argument for MJOP, you want to make it sooner than later. The longer...

Do I have to file Motion for New Trial in addition to Notice of Intention?

You do not need to file the Memorandum of Points and Authorities and supporting affidavits at the same time as the notice of intent to move for new...

How much attorney charge.if any one want to file a lawsuit again Former business partner. Please help

As my colleagues indicated, your mileage will vary depending on the nature of the claim and the amount at issue, as well as the attorney's billing...

Is the deadline for answering Form Interrogatories deemed null and void while an amended complaint is pending?

I agree with my colleagues. Defendant is technically incorrect, but practically speaking you will not be able to compel responses. Extend the...

After a meet/confer attempt, is 9 days of silence long enough to compel responses?

Technically you do not need to meet and confer where no objections or responses were filed. Late objections are deemed waived and full responses...

I would first contact the attorney and explain the situation as clearly as possible and agree to provide confirmation of your identity if he/she...

Further to Mr. Kopelson's point, "joinder" is sometimes referred to adding additional parties or claims (i.e., pursuant to either permissive or...

Does the judge need to hear demurer before I can oppose?

The general deadline to oppose a demurrer is 9 court days before the hearing, though it's possible the deadline did not carry with the continued...