The "verbal okay to sign" seems like it may be a problem. Why would he change his mind if he was okay with it?

If I was you attorney, I would encourage him to become involved to get this matter settled and in the books. I would likely provide him with...

The Judicial Branch of California has some information to help you get started. https://selfhelp.courts.ca.gov/

Apparently, your evidence wasn't sufficient to support your claim. Even if the defendant doesn't answer, the plaintiff still needs to prove his claim.

Unfortunately, it's hard to trust anyone anymore. We live in different times. Lies are often embraced if they benefit a certain ideology. Many...

Unfortunately, you are probably going to need to contact a health care attorney directly. This isn't an issue most attorneys have dealt with in...

Yes, when you are arrested the arresting officer supposed to read you your rights. If properly challenged, some evidence may be off limits.

I apologize, but cannot possibly expect an attorney to jeopardize their license to practice law and a malpractice lawsuit by advising you to leave...

You are correct that most people posting here represent themselves. Some because they can't afford it, but many because they can't find an attorney...

That seems somewhat unusual, but your wife's attorney can still represent her against you even if the attorney is suing her in court over unpaid...