How to prevail against party who refuses or denies ability to produce in discovery from later using as evidence in sum. judgm?

In addition to a motion to strike, you might further consider a motion to extend the time to oppose the MSJ on the basis that additional time is...

I would not "copy and paste" previous answers. It could create an unanticipated mess later on. I would object that they have been asked and...

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Are frivolous arguments considered actual litigation?

I agree with Mr. Rafter. I only add that it is possible to challenge truly frivolous filings via a motion under CCP 128.7. However, you will most...

How do you get water damage in your apartment fixed when the landlords solution is just to paint over it?

Depending on if the damage impairs the habitability of the premises (e.g., presents health risks), you can pay for reasonable repairs yourself and...

Can you sue in small claims court (10K in CA) for perjury, defamation of character stemming from a lie riddled civil case?

False statements made in the course of litigation are not actionable as defamation due to the litigation privilege, but are violations of state...

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"Service by Mail" for Civil Unlimited Case.

Generally, it is permissible to serve a summons by U.S. Mail, along with a copy of the complaint, two (2) copies of the notice and acknowledgment...